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Oenothera biennis
This herb is NOT recommended during pregnancy due to potential risks to the developing fetus.
This herb is NOT recommended while breastfeeding as effects on infants are unknown.
Consult your healthcare provider before use.
This herb may interact with medications you are taking. Review the interactions table below and consult your healthcare provider before use.
Evening primrose is a wildflower native to North America whose seed oil is a rich source of gamma-linolenic acid (GLA), an omega-6 essential fatty acid. The oil has been widely used since the 1980s for women's health conditions and skin disorders. It plays an important role in prostaglandin synthesis and inflammatory regulation.
Evening primrose is a wildflower native to North America whose seed oil is a rich source of gamma-linolenic acid (GLA), an omega-6 essential fatty acid. The oil has been widely used since the 1980s for women's health conditions and skin disorders. It plays an important role in prostaglandin synthesis and inflammatory regulation. Key active compounds include Gamma-linolenic acid (GLA), Linoleic acid, Beta-sitosterol.
Gamma-linolenic acid (GLA), along with Linoleic acid and Beta-sitosterol, are the primary bioactive compounds in Evening Primrose. These compounds acts on pain pathways via anti-inflammatory and neuroactive effects.
Eczema and dermatitis
Supported by clinical evidence; more large-scale trials would strengthen findings
PMS breast pain (mastalgia)
Supported by clinical evidence; more large-scale trials would strengthen findings
Diabetic neuropathy
Limited clinical evidence; primarily supported by traditional use and preliminary studies
Rheumatoid arthritis
Limited clinical evidence; primarily supported by traditional use and preliminary studies
Menopausal symptoms
Limited clinical evidence; primarily supported by traditional use and preliminary studies
Women's health support
Based on traditional use; clinical evidence limited
Skin conditions
Based on traditional use; clinical evidence limited
Breast pain treatment
Based on traditional use; clinical evidence limited
| Drug | Severity | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Warfarin (Coumadin) | Moderate | Evening primrose oil may have mild anticoagulant properties that add to warfarin's effect. |
| Phenothiazines (Chlorpromazine) | Severe | Evening primrose oil may lower the seizure threshold, increasing seizure risk in patients taking phenothiazines. |
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