Check the serving size and whether the ingredient is a berry preparation or an extract. Milligrams and capsule count alone do not establish equivalence to a preparation used in a clinical study.
How to use
Follow the bottle's directions and discuss use with a clinician if urinary symptoms are the reason for choosing it. A supplement should not postpone evaluation of difficulty urinating.
Before use
Saw palmetto may cause digestive symptoms or headache and may be unsafe during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Tell your healthcare professional about it when reviewing medicines or other herbal products.
Does saw palmetto reliably treat an enlarged prostate?
Studies have generally found little or no benefit for urinary symptoms from prostate enlargement when saw palmetto is used alone. Seek medical care for urinary retention, blood in urine, or persistent symptoms.
Keep the bottle closed, follow its storage directions, and keep out of children's reach. Check complete ingredients and expiry before use. Read NIH's ingredient background and safety information. Dietary supplements are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent disease.
