Evening Primrose Oil
Introduction To Evening Primrose Oil
Evening Primrose Oil is a herbal medicine that is known to have a wide variety of properties. It is used in the treatment of various skin conditions and is also used in pain relief.
Take Evening Primrose Oil in the dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor. Take it regularly and at the same time each day to get maximum benefits from the medicine. Do not stop taking the medicine until your doctor tells you it is alright to stop.
Use of this medicine may cause few common side effects such as diarrhea, headache, nausea, and stomach upset. If any of these side effects persist or get worse, you should speak with your doctor. They may be able to help manage the side effects.
Uses of Evening Primrose Oil
- Pain relief
- Treatment of Skin disorders
Benefits of Evening Primrose Oil
Pain relief
Evening Primrose Oil contains fatty acids that help relieve inflammation symptoms such
as pain. It also helps reduce pain in the breast in women. Breast pain is
common in women and may even occur in healthy breasts. It also helps reduce
breast pain before and during the menstrual cycle. Take this medicine in the
dose and duration prescribed by the doctor.
Treatment of Skin disorders
Evening Primrose Oil also helps reduce inflammation in inflammatory conditions of the
skin such as eczema. When used correctly it is a safe and effective treatment.
It reduces the redness, rash, pain or itchiness caused by your skin’s reaction
to an irritant. It thus improves your self-esteem and confidence as your
appearance changes.
You should always use it as prescribed and only apply the amount you have been told to. Keep using it for as long as it is prescribed to get the full benefits.
Side effects of Evening Primrose Oil
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Evrose
- Diarrhea
- Headache
- Nausea
- Upset stomach
How to use Evening Primrose Oil
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Evening Primrose Oil is to be taken with food.
How Evening Primrose Oil works
Evening Primrose Oil is a herbal medicine. Its seeds contain high amounts of omega-6 essential fatty acids (EFAs), which have an indirect effect on different glands. This helps to regulate hormones during periods and breastfeeding. It also helps in reducing pain in the breasts. It also has anti-inflammatory properties that help reduce pain, redness and itching in certain skin problems.
Quick tips
- Before taking Evening Primrose Oil, inform your doctor if you are taking any other medications, especially blood thinners, like warfarin, as the risk of bleeding might increase.
- Evening Primrose Oil might also increase the chance of bleeding during or after surgery. Therefore, stop using it at least 2 weeks before a scheduled surgery.
- Let your doctor know if you are pregnant.
- Seek medical help in case you experience any allergic symptoms, like rashes, itching, redness, after taking Evening Primrose Oil.
Safety Advice
PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Can I take Evening Primrose Oil if I’m pregnant?
Information regarding the use of Evening Primrose Oil during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
BreastfeedingCAUTION
Can I take Evening Primrose Oil if I’m breastfeeding?
Evening Primrose Oil should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.
AlcoholCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Is drinking alcohol while taking Evening Primrose Oil safe?
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Evening Primrose Oil. Please consult your doctor.
DrivingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Can I drive after taking Evening Primrose Oil?
It is not known whether Evening Primrose Oil alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
KidneySAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Can I take Evening Primrose Oil if I have/had kidney diseases?
Evening Primrose Oil is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Evening Primrose Oil may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
LiverSAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Can I take Evening Primrose Oil if I have/had liver diseases?
Evening Primrose Oil is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Evening Primrose Oil may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
References
Written By:
Dr Advikka Ridhy
MBBS
RMO, Aster MIMS
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