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Hi, Im Taking Saw Palmetto 640 Mg Daily And Want

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Posted on Thu, 4 Jul 2019
Question: Hi, im taking saw palmetto 640 mg daily and want to stop taking it, is it safe to just stop taking or should i cut down in dosage? If so how much should i cut down on in how long time? i stopped taking it 4 days ago and im getting side effects like pressure to the head and headache and im really worried, ive read alot of storys of peaple online suffering permanent side effect after quitting saw palmetto due to hormon changes
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Answered by Dr. Ornela Ademovi (5 hours later)
Brief Answer:
You may just stop taking it

Detailed Answer:
Hello,

I understand your concern. According to scientific research results, although some people have reported mild side effects after stopping saw palmetto, such as headache, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or constipation, the same happened to people who were taking placebo (sugar pill), suggesting that saw palmetto does not really have any side effects. So there is no need to taper the dose.

As for permanent side effects, despite some reports of impotence, research has not confirmed or proved this side effect to be true.

I hope this answers your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Take care
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Hi, Im Taking Saw Palmetto 640 Mg Daily And Want

Brief Answer: You may just stop taking it Detailed Answer: Hello, I understand your concern. According to scientific research results, although some people have reported mild side effects after stopping saw palmetto, such as headache, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or constipation, the same happened to people who were taking placebo (sugar pill), suggesting that saw palmetto does not really have any side effects. So there is no need to taper the dose. As for permanent side effects, despite some reports of impotence, research has not confirmed or proved this side effect to be true. I hope this answers your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care