Walgreens
Saw Palmetto
72/100
SUPPIE SCORE
58/100
EFFICACY
Medium
SAFETY
94/100
CLEANLINESS
What Does Saw Palmetto Do?
This Walgreens saw palmetto supplement is a straightforward single-ingredient formula with a clearly stated 450 mg serving. It may be reasonable for men looking for prostate support, but the evidence is modest and the capsule uses animal gelatin.
What is the saw palmetto dosage per capsule?
Does this product contain any common allergens or animal-derived ingredients?
Is saw palmetto a good option for prostate support?
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What Are the Benefits of Saw Palmetto?
Based on proven scientific research
Prostate SupportMild
Urinary HealthMild
Men's HealthSlight
Good For:
What Are the Side Effects of Walgreens Saw Palmetto?
Always consult your health practitioner if in doubt.
RiskMedium Risk
Overview
•Saw palmetto is generally well tolerated, but can cause mild digestive upset or headache in some users.
•It may interact with blood-thinning medications and should be stopped before surgery unless a clinician advises otherwise.
•Pregnant or breastfeeding people should avoid this product due to hormonal activity concerns.
•The capsule contains bovine and/or porcine gelatin, which is unsuitable for vegetarians and may matter for some religious diets.
•No major allergen list is provided, but animal-derived gelatin can be an issue for people avoiding pork or beef ingredients.
Potential Side Effects
Negative Interactions
Allergens
Gelatin (Bovine and/or Porcine)
Inactive Ingredients
Gelatin (bovine and/or porcine)
Low RiskCroscarmellose sodium
Low RiskStearic acid
Low RiskWhat Are the Ingredients in Walgreens Saw Palmetto?
saw palmetto (Serenoa serrulata) fruit powder
450 mg
Gelatin (Bovine and/or Porcine)
Croscarmellose Sodium
Stearic Acid
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Dosage & Bioavailability
How the active doses and forms in Saw Palmetto compare to the research.
•Fruit powder may be less bioavailable than standardized saw palmetto extract forms used in studies.
•No extract ratio or fatty-acid standardization is given, so potency is hard to compare to clinical research.
Sources & References
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Walgreens Saw Palmetto