Iripum – Pumpkin [Cucurbita pepo]1

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Iripum

500 mg Capsule Herbal and Nutraceuticals
৳7.00
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AI Summary Generated by AI for informational purposes only

This is a plant-based medicine commonly used to help with symptoms of an enlarged prostate, like frequent urination or discomfort. It works by increasing urination and may reduce prostate swelling. While generally safe in food amounts, using it in medicinal amounts during pregnancy or breastfeeding is not well-studied, so it's best to stick to usual food amounts during these times.

Indications

Pumpkin is a plant. The seed and its oil are used to make medicine. Pumpkin is commonly used by mouth for symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).

Pharmacology

The chemicals in pumpkin seed cause an increase in urination (diuretic effect), which helps relieve bladder and prostate discomfort. Some chemicals might also reduce swelling (inflammation) in the prostate.

Dosage & Administration

Important:
Do not take any medication without a doctor's prescription. Self-medication can be dangerous.
For benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH): 5 grams pumpkin seed twice daily. 1-2 tablets or capsules of pumpkin seed oil or extracts daily. 160 mg pumpkin seed oil 1-3 times daily in combination with saw palmetto and other ingredients.

Side Effects

Pumpkin is LIKELY SAFE in food amounts. It is POSSIBLY SAFE to take pumpkin seed or pumpkin seed oil in medicinal amounts. Side effects from pumpkin products are rare.

Pregnancy & Lactation

There isn't enough reliable information to know if pumpkin is safe to use in medicinal amounts when pregnant or breastfeeding. Stay on the safe side and stick with usual food amounts.

Storage Conditions

Store below 25ºC, dry place and away from direct sunlight. Keep out of reach of children.

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