Indications

Meno-Prev™ + Mood & Memory helps to reduce symptoms of menopause.

Ingredients

Each capsule contains

Maca extract root, 0.6% glucosinolates … 375mg
Milk thistle extract 80% silymarin … 87.5mg
Gamma oryzanol (rice bran) … 75mg
Rhodiola extract 3% rosavins … 60mg
Ginkgo biloba extract 24% flavoglycosides,6% terpene lactones … 40mg
Sage (salvia officinalis) leaf … 30mg
Black cohosh (actaea racemosa) root … 40mg
Chasteberry extract (vitex agnus castus) 4:1 … 30mg

Non-medicinal ingredients:
Vegetable-grade magnesium stearate (1%), vegetable capsule.

Description

Menopause is the next important stage in a woman’s life after the reproductive years. It signals the end of menstruation as the ovaries produce less estrogen and progesterone. These altered hormone levels can bring many unfamiliar and uncomfortable changes, like insomnia, hot flashes, weight gain, fatigue, short-term memory problems, mood swings and reduced sexual desire.

Meno-Prev™ + Mood & Memory is an all natural formula designed to provide relief from menopausal complaints, including subtle changes in mood and memory.

It is a workhorse herbal combination that offers considerable relief by alleviating menopausal symptoms, fostering a healthy mood balance, enhancing memory and supporting sexual health.

Quantity

120 vegetable capsules

Dose

Adult women - Take 1 capsule 3 times per day, a few hours before or after taking other medications. Do not take immediately before going to bed.

Consult a healthcare practitioner for use beyond six weeks. Periodic intervals of abstinence (two week breaks before continuing) are recommended for long- term use.

Potential side effects/Safety

Cautions and Warnings:
Contraindicated in pregnant and breastfeeding women.

Caution advised with medical conditions including high blood pressure, clotting, liver disorders or symptoms of liver trouble such as abdominal pain, dark urine and jaundice. Also bipolar spectrum disorders or any psychological disorder such as frequent anxiety or depression.

Drug interactions:
Contraindicated with health products that affect blood coagulation such as blood thinners, fish oils, acetylsalicylic acid and vitamin E. Caution advised when used concurrently with antidepressants, medications for diabetes, high blood pressure or seizures, or hormone medications such as progesterone preparations, oral contraceptives and hormone replacement therapy.

Side effects:
User should discontinue use if hypersensitivity to milk thistle occurs.

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