Chaste Tree (Vitex)

Overview

Female hormonal regulator

Latin name : Vitex agnus-castus

Technical Sheet

Chemotype

Sabinene (20-35%), 1,8-cineole (15-25%)

Plant Part

baies

Extraction

distillation vapeur

Administration Routes

cutanee, orale

Max cutaneous dilution : 20%

Therapeutic Properties

• Progesterone-like
• Hormonal regulator
• Galactofuge
• Anaphrodisiac

Indications

• PMS
• Menstrual irregularities
• Endometriosis
• Weaning

Recommended Dosage

1-2 drops diluted 10%, 2x/day

Contraindications

• Pregnancy
• Breastfeeding (galactofuge)
• Hormonal treatments

Safety Profile

• Pregnancy : ✗ Not recommended
• Breastfeeding : ✗ Not recommended
• Children : ✗ Not recommended