Category: Women's Health

Drug Uses

Proscar prevents the conversion of testosterone to dihydrotestosterone (DHT) in the body. DHT is involved in the development of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).

Proscar is used to treat symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) in men with an enlarged prostate.

Proscar may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.

How to use

Take Yohimbine-1200 exactly as directed. If you do not understand these directions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to explain them to you. Take each dose with a full glass of water. Yohimbine is usually taken three times a day. Follow your doctor's instructions.

Drug Class and Mechanism

Yohimbine-1200, an alkaloid, is the primary active ingredient of yohimbe. Research shows it is a vasodilator, which means that it increases blood flow to the extremities and appendages. In other words, it can also increase the sex drive (libido) in men and in women. In addition (as if that wasn't enough), yohimbe has also been shown to help maintain healthy arteries. Not only does Yohimbine-1200 help men with sexual performance, and increase libido but yohimbe also has been shown to decrease fat synthesis in the body by increasing fatty acid mobilization.

Missed Dose

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the dose you missed and take only your next regularly scheduled dose. Do not take a double dose of this medication.

Storage

Store Yohimbe-1200 at room temperature, between 68 and 77 degrees F (20 and 25 degrees C). Store away from heat, moisture, and light. Keep Yohimbe-1200 out of the reach of children and away from pets.

Warnings/Precautions

You should not use this medication if you are allergic to Saw Palmetto, or have certain conditions. Be sure your doctor knows if you have:

a bleeding or blood clotting disorder (such as hemophilia);
stomach ulcer with active bleeding; or
ulcerative colitis or Crohn's disease.
Before taking saw palmetto, talk to your doctor, pharmacist, herbalist, or other healthcare provider. You may not be able to use this product if you have:
liver disease;
heart disease;
a heart rhythm disorder;
a history of stomach ulcer; or
asthma or other breathing disorder.
Do not take saw palmetto without telling your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment. Saw palmetto may be harmful to an unborn baby. It is not known whether saw palmetto passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Do not use this product without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby. Do not give any herbal/health supplement to a child without the advice of a doctor.

Possible Side Effects

If you experience any of the following serious side effects, stop taking Yohimbine-1200 and seek emergency medical attention:

an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of your throat; swelling of your lips, tongue, or face; or hives);
a very irregular or fast heartbeat; or
confusion or unusual behavior.
Other, less serious side effects are more likely to occur. Continue to take Yohimbine-1200 and talk to your doctor if you experience
dizziness;
anxiety, irritability, or nervousness;
tremor (shaking);
headache; or
skin flushing.
Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.
More Information

Yohimbe-1200 is not a pharmaceutical drug and contains none of the synthetic chemicals found in prescription medications. It is a safe alternative to prescription drugs, which can sometimes have serious side effects.