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Evening Primrose
Oil
Prepared by : KESHANTHINI D/O RAMACHANDRAM
Evening Primrose Oil
Botany
Oenothera biennis., a wildflower/weed on the East USA coast
The seed is pressed to yield an oil
History
Many native American uses for the plant
Recent years have focused on the uses of the seed oil
Chemistry• Seed contains about 14% oil of which half is
gamma linolenic acid (GLA); this is a omega –6 essential fatty acid;
• note: omega –3 fatty acids are present in fish oils and flaxseed oils and have different uses (e.g. lower cholesterol and risk of cancer)
• GLA is a precursor to prostaglandin E1 which modulates (reduce) inflammation
• Other rich sources of GLA are borage seed oil (20%GLA) and black currant oil (15% GLA)
PHARMACOLOGY OF GLA
• GLA is precursor to several prostaglandins and leukotrienes
that influence pain and inflammation• The idea is to “flood the system” with precursor to enhance
synthesis.• Linoleic acid (LA) is an essential amino acid widespread in
our diet• GLA is formed from linoleic acid and is not found in
common foods
USES OF GLA AND EVENING PRIMROSE OIL
• Cyclic mastalgia• Premenstrual Syndrom (PMS)• Diabetic neuropathy• Vitamin E• Eczema• Arthritis, fatigue, digestive, asthma, weight
loss, and many others
CAN YOU GET EPO NATURALLY FROM FOOD?
GLA, is the active ingredient in EPO, can be found in small amounts in a variety of food sources. However it is most concentrated in plain oils such as epo and borage oil.
RISK FACTOR OF EPOMost people will tolerate EPO without complications.But keep in mind that there have been reports of side effect such as:
Headaches Stomach upsetNausea Increase the risk of bleeding among people who take
anticoagulant and antiplatelet medication.Raise risk of seizures as well as serious nausea and
vomiting for people taking a class of drug knows as phenothiazines. These drug used to treat psyschotic disorder.
RISK OF TAKING EPO? CONTINUED…
• People should be especially cautious about taking EPO if they have:
-Bleeding disorder -Seizure disorder
• People who take medication to low blood pressure, EPO may cause further drop in pressure.
• Pregnant women should not take EPO cause of the potential for complications.
BENEFITS OF EPO TO WOMEN
֎ EPO treat the symptoms of PMS because of its essential fatty acid contents.
֎ Getting enough omega-6 fatty acids(LA & GLA), Support overall hormonal
function within the body. Reduce PMS symptoms Create a healthy
environment for contraception
Help to loss weight Produce balanced hormones.
֎ Omega-6 fatty acids that are found in EPO are necessary for production & synthesis of prostaglandin E.
֎ Prostaglandins helps to control the regulation of hormones & manage the proper cell growth.
֎ EPO use to prepare the cervix for labor.
֎ Omega-3 fatty acid (GLA)
Increase the production of cervical mucus.
Cervical fluid is vital for allowing the sperm to swim freely through the cervix.
֎ Omega-6 fatty acids that are present in EPO help
Regulate your hormone
levels & cure hormonal acne issues.
It also play a role in cell structure, improving nerve fx & promoting skin elasticity.
֎ Essential omega-6 fatty(GLA) can be highly effective in the fight against hair loss.
Female hair loss generally due to:
o Stresso Hormone imbalance o Thyroid conditionso Toxic exposure
֎ EPO treat skin conditions such as:֎ Eczema֎ Psoriasis ֎ Atopic dermatitis
֎ Help with age-related structural & fx changes in skin tissues such as:֎ Redness֎ Firmness֎ Roughness
EPO treat:
֎ Rheumatoid arthritis
֎ a significant improvement of disease-related symptoms, including pain & morning stiffness .
(94% who got EPO reported)
֎ EPO treat hormonal issues.
֎ Taking EPO + (Fish Oil & calcium), seems to:
Decrease bone loss Increase bone density
In elderly people with osteoporosis
EPO BRANDS THAT AVAILABLE IN BEYOND PHARMACY
҉H Mega Live҉H Nova҉H eurobio҉H Kordel’s҉H Blackmores
halal certified.
MEGALIVE {EPO} Ingredients :
• EPO (10% GLA) 1200mgequiv. GLA 120mg
• Vitamin E 11.5mgequiv. to d-a- Tocopherol 10mgequiv. to Natural vitamin E 15 IU
Dosage : 1 to 2 cap to take daily with meal.
1 Box contain 30 capsules.
Source of gelatin : Bovine
Manufacture in NEW ZEALAND
Repacked by : White Heron Pharmaceutical sdn.bhd.
NOVA {EPO}Ingredients :
• EPO (10% GLA) 1000mg
Dosage : 1 to 2 cap to be taken daily after meal.
1 Box contain 100 capsules.
Source of gelatin : Bovine
Manufacture & Distributed by Product Registration Holder : Nova Laboratories Sdn.Bhd.
EPO is made from cold-pressed seeds. It contain rich natural
source of Gama Linolenic Acid (GLA) &
Linolenic Acid (LA) which are know as
Omega 6. These essential fatty acid are importance for
maintenance of good health.
Eurobio {EPO}Ingredients :
• Cold Pressed EPO (10% GLA) 1000mg
• Vitamin E 7.5iu
Dosage : 1 to 3 cap to be taken daily after meal.
1 Box contain 120 capsules.
Source of gelatin : Vegicap
Made in Australia by : Catalent Australia Pty Ltd
Imported by : Eurobio Sdn. Bhd.
Repacked by : Prime Pharmaceutical Sdn.Bhd
Distributed by: Zuelling Pharma Sdn.Bhd.
Kordel’s {EPO}Ingredients :
• EPO (10% GLA) 1200mgequiv. GLA 100mg
Dosage : 1 to 3 cap to be taken daily after meal.
1 Box contain 150 capsules.
Sources of gelatin : vegicap
*Suitable for vegetarians
Manufacuture by : Catalent Australia Pty Ltd
Product owner/marketing Authorization Holder (MAH)
Repacked by : Vitaco Health (NZ) Ltd
Blackmores {EPO}Ingredients :
• EPO (10% GLA) 1200mgGLA 100mgLA 650mg
Dosage : 1 to 3 cap to be taken daily with meal. Recommended to children (6 – 12 years).
1 Box contain 100 capsules.
Source of gelatin : Bovine• cold-pressed
Imported by : Blackmores (Malaysia) Sdn.Bhd.
Distributed by: Zuelling Pharma Pte.Ltd.
Manufacture by : Catalent Australia
Packed by : Blackmores Ltd, 20 jubilee Avenue, warriewood NSW 2112 Australia
Blackmores {EPO + FISH OIL}Ingredients :
• Natural Fish Oil 500mgApproximately equivalent to :
Omega 3 marine triglycerides 150mg as:-Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPO) …90mg-Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) …60mg
• EPO 500mg-GLA 5% 50mg
Dosage : 1 to 3 cap to be taken daily with meal. Not recommended to children under 12 years.
1 Box contain 120 capsules.Source of gelatin : Bovine• cold-pressed
Manufacture by Catalent Australia
Packed by : Blackmores Ltd, 20 jubilee Avenue, warriewood NSW 2112 Australia
Imported by : Blackmores (Malaysia) Sdn.Bhd.