Description
The article discusses the benefits of milk thistle extract, which include liver protection and relief from digestive problems and heartburn. It also notes that the extract contains six major flavonolignans, which may contribute to its hepato-protective properties. The article does not mention any potential side effects, contraindications, or interactions. It is not known if milk thistle is safe during pregnancy or breastfeeding, and the contents of the Knysna Health website should not be regarded as medical advice.
Solal - Milk Thistle Extract 90 Caps
Milk thistle is a herb traditionally used as a liver protectant and to support liver function. Milk thistle is also used to relieve digestive disturbances and heartburn.
WHY SOLAL MILK THISTLE EXTRACT
Supports and protects liver function
Herbal antioxidant
Relieves digestive upset and heart burn
Indications
Pharmacological Action
Silymarin is composed of six major flavonolignans, each of which may contribute to silymarins hepato-protective properties. Antioxidant or free radical-antagonising actions from flavonoids present in milk thistle have been cited as a likely mechanism of action of milk thistle.
Pharmacological Action
Silymarin is composed of six major flavonolignans, each of which may contribute to silymarins hepato-protective properties. Antioxidant or free radical-antagonising actions from flavonoids present in milk thistle have been cited as a likely mechanism of action of milk thistle.
Product Composition
Each capsule contains the following active ingredient:
Silymarin Milk Thistle Extract (supplying 200 mg silymarin)
250mg
Inactive ingredients: Hypromellose (cellulose) vegetarian capsule shell (gelatine free), microcrystalline cellulose and magnesium stearate.
Sugar-free.
Suitable for vegans and vegetarians.
Dosage Directions
Adults:
Take 1 capsule three times a day. Use for a minimum of 3 weeks to see beneficial effects.
Product Warnings
Do not use this product if you are hypersensitive (allergic) to any of the ingredients. If you are on any medication or suffering from any medical condition, it is advisable to seek medical advice before starting any new medicine, supplement or remedy. Do not exceed recommended dosages unless on the advice of a healthcare practitioner. This medicine has not been evaluated by the Medicines Control Council. This medicine is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
Cross-Allergenicity: Milk thistle may cause an allergic reaction in individuals sensitive to the Asteraceae/ Compositae family. Members of this family include ragweed, chrysanthemums, marigolds, daisies, and many other herbs.
Side Effects
There are no known side effects.
Contraindications
There are no known contraindications.
Interactions
There are no known interactions.
Pregnancy and Breastfeeding
Safety during pregnancy and whilst breastfeeding has not been established.
Disclaimer
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