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What it is supposed to do (Actions):Used in prevention/treatment of breast tenderness (mastalgia) and pre-menstrual syndrome; has been utilized in management of asthma or skin disorders (acne, eczema, psoriasis), gastrointestinal disorders, rheumatoid arthritis, multiple sclerosis, diabetic neuropathy How it is supposed to work:Considered to have anti-inflammatory, sedative, anticoagulant and drying effects. Toxic effects:Gastro-intestinal disturbances and headaches; insufficient clinical data on safety during pregnancy and lactation; no known drug interactions (but caution suggested in patients taking phenothiazines and other medications that lower the seizure threshold) Does it work?Meta-analysis of seven studies found no value in Pre-menstrual Syndrome. Some effectiveness found in studies of rheumatoid arthritis, diabetic neuropathy, and breast tenderness; no studies on asthma; mixed results in treating skin conditions. References:
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