Epimedium is a dietary supplement often used for treating sexual problems such as impotence. This eMedTV resource explores the effectiveness of this product, explains how it may work, and provides warnings and precautions for this supplement.
Epimedium is often used for the treatment of sexual problems such as impotence. This page from the eMedTV library discusses other possible Epimedium benefits, explores the effectiveness of this supplement, and explains how the product may work.
Potential side effects of Epimedium include thirst, dry mouth, dizziness, and vomiting. This eMedTV Web page also lists serious side effects that may occur, such as bleeding (including dangerous internal bleeding) or a rapid heart rate.
A safe and effective Epimedium dosage has not been established at this time. This article from the eMedTV archives explains why there are currently no standard dosing recommendations for this product and offers tips for finding a reliable manufacturer.
Anticoagulant or antiplatelet medications can cause drug interactions with Epimedium. This eMedTV article includes a list of other medicines that may interact with the supplement and explains what problems may occur if these drugs are taken together.
Epimedium can theoretically cause dangerously low blood pressure. This eMedTV segment contains more Epimedium safety information, including a list of other potential side effects of the drug and other important warnings and precautions.
