Saw palmetto is used for management of which condition?

Saw palmetto is used for management of which condition?

• A. Anxiety
• B. Gout
• C. Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
• D. Hypertension

Answer: (C)

Saw palmetto is used for management of benign prostatic hyperplasia. It is thought to help relieve lower urinary tract symptoms—such as weak stream, frequency, urgency, and nocturia—by affecting hormonal activity in the prostate and reducing inflammation. However, the quality of evidence is mixed, so it is not universally recommended as first-line therapy. It is not a treatment for anxiety, gout, or hypertension. If used, watch for possible drug interactions (for example with anticoagulants) and potential side effects like GI upset, headache, or dizziness.

Saw palmetto is used for management of benign prostatic hyperplasia. It is thought to help relieve lower urinary tract symptoms—such as weak stream, frequency, urgency, and nocturia—by affecting hormonal activity in the prostate and reducing inflammation. However, the quality of evidence is mixed, so it is not universally recommended as first-line therapy. It is not a treatment for anxiety, gout, or hypertension. If used, watch for possible drug interactions (for example with anticoagulants) and potential side effects like GI upset, headache, or dizziness.