Herbs

Pygeum

Also called: prunus africana

Bark of an African tree.

Why people take it
Enlarged prostate.
What the evidence says
Older studies suggest modest benefit.
How it is usually taken
Usually 50 to 100 mg of bark extract twice a day.
Be careful
Stomach upset.
Medicines it can interact with
No important medicine interactions are known, but tell your doctor and pharmacist about every supplement you take.

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Common questions

What is Pygeum?

Bark of an African tree.

Why do people take Pygeum?

Enlarged prostate.

Does Pygeum work?

Older studies suggest modest benefit.

How much Pygeum do people take?

Usually 50 to 100 mg of bark extract twice a day.

Is Pygeum safe?

Stomach upset.

Does Pygeum interact with medicines?

No important medicine interactions are known, but tell your doctor and pharmacist about every supplement you take.

Sources and further reading

Last reviewed 31 October 2026. Written by Satya Babu.

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