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I'm trying to get pregnant and i'm taking saw palmetto, should i stop taking them?

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Yes: Saw palmetto a herbal medicine taken for benign prostatic obstruction , skin problems , hair loss etc , not advisable to take during pregnancy.

Answered 3/30/2016

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Dr. Bruce J. Stringer answered

Specializes in Radiology

Good idea!: Not clear what effect saw palmetto would have on your desire to get pregnant. Recent studies have shown it to be no better than placebo for prostate enlargement. Best to avoid unknown unintended consequences.

Answered 9/5/2013

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