Vitex
Also known as: Agnus castus, Chaste tree berry, Chasteberry, Vitex agnus-castus
An herbal extract from the chaste tree berry. One of the most studied herbal remedies for PMS, cyclical breast pain, and irregular menstruation. Has dopaminergic activity and is thought to lower prolactin levels. Not recommended for use during HRT or pregnancy.
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Research Context
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How does Vitex work?
Binds to dopamine D2 receptors in the pituitary gland, suppressing prolactin secretion. Reduced prolactin levels allow normalisation of the luteinising hormone (LH) pulse and improvement of the corpus luteum, supporting progesterone production in the second half of the cycle. May also have mild opioid receptor activity.
Research Depth
Unknown
Long-Term Evidence
Limited
Only short-term data available. Long-term effects are not well understood.
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