Quercetin
In this Article
- What other names is Quercetin known by?
- What is Quercetin?
- How does Quercetin work?
- Are there safety concerns?
- Are there any interactions with medications?
- Dosing considerations for Quercetin.
How does Quercetin work?
Quercetin has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects which might help reduce prostate inflammation.Are there safety concerns?
Quercetin appears to be safe for most people when up to 500 mg twice daily are taken by mouth. It is not known if larger amounts might be safe. Quercetin can cause headache and tingling of the arms and legs. Very high doses might cause kidney damage.Do not take quercetin if:
- You are pregnant or breast-feeding.
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