Holland & Barrett Cold Pressed Evening Primrose Oil Capsules

GH₵ 10.00
Per Bottle

 

Product Name: Holland & Barrett Cold Pressed Evening Primrose Oil Capsules

 

 

Type:

 

 

  • Dietary supplement in softgel format

  • Cold‑pressed Evening Primrose Oil (EPO), with added Vitamin B6 and E

Intended Use:

 

 

  • Supports women’s health, particularly hormonal balance, PMS relief, breast pain, and menopausal symptoms

  • Provides essential fatty acids—Linoleic Acid (LA) and Gamma-Linolenic Acid (GLA) for prostaglandin synthesis

  • Lauded for anti-inflammatory benefits, skin hydration, and cardiovascular support via cholesterol regulation

 

 

Usage Instructions:

 

 

  • 500 mg version: 3–6 softgels per day with meals

  • 1500 mg high-strength version: 1 capsule per day with meal; do not exceed stated dose

 

 

 

Advice/Warnings/Precautions:

 

 

  • Not a substitute for a balanced diet

  • Consult a physician prior to use if pregnant, breastfeeding, taking medications, or under medical supervision

  • Discontinue use and seek medical help if adverse reactions occur

  • Keep out of reach of children; do not use if tamper seal is broken

  • Caution if you have epilepsy—EPO may pose seizure risk

 

 

 

Ingredients:

 

 

  • Active: Evening Primrose Oil (Oenothera biennis seed) — 500 mg with ~45 mg GLA or 1500 mg with ~135 mg GLA depending on strength

  • Added nutrients: Vitamin B6 (0.25 mg) and Vitamin E (~15 mg α‑TE)

  • Other components: Gelatine capsule, glycerol, water

 

 

 

Side Effects:

 

 

  • Common: mild gastrointestinal upset (nausea, diarrhea, abdominal discomfort), headache, possible allergic reactions

  • Rare/serious: allergic response (rash, swelling), potential seizure in epilepsy, increased bleeding risk especially if combined with anticoagulants

 

 

 

Warnings/Interactions, Caution:

 

 

 

 

 

  • May increase bleeding risk when used with warfarin, aspirin, NSAIDs, garlic, ginger, etc.

  • Use caution in individuals with epilepsy or seizure disorders; best avoided in such cases

  • Should not be used late in pregnancy or around labor—may soften cervix or induce labor; practitioners often advise stopping before week 36

  • Potential minor interactions with hormonal/hair treatments—though evidence inconclusive—some users wondered about DHT effects alongside finasteride/minoxidil, but no confirmed impacts

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