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Yohimbe Ultimate Nutrition

Erectile dysfunction is a condition that affects many men. There is an assortment of medications that can be effective for treating this condition. There are also lesser-known natural remedies that may help in treatment; one of which is an herb called Yohimbe or Yohimbe Bark available through Ultimate Nutrition.

  1. Origin

    • Yohimbe is a tall evergreen tree that is native to Western Africa. The bark of this tree contains a compound called Yohimbine. It has conventionally been used in Africa to increase sexual desire. It is currently being used as an herb to treat conditions such as erectile dysfunction in men and other types of sexual dysfunction.

    Dosing

    • Yohimbe is available in 8 mg capsules through Ultimate Nutrition. The company recommends that you take one tablet with a meal once per day, and that you should not exceed more than one capsule per day. However, according to the National Institutes of Health, there are no reliable clinical studies for the dosing or use of Yohimbe to treat health conditions.

    Side Effects

    • The most common adverse affects associated with Yohimbe are accelerated heart rate, high blood pressure, anxiety, sleeplessness, dizziness and frequent headaches. Those who have psychiatric conditions or kidney problems should avoid use. Also, caution should be exercised when using in conjunction with Monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) or medications for high blood pressure. You should also avoid Yohimbe if you are taking tricyclic antidepressants or phenothiazines.

    Considerations

    • Yohimbine hydrochloride, which is a medication used to treat erectile dysfunction, is available by prescription in the United States. It may be beneficial to talk with your physician about this option. There have been numerous studies conducted for the medication Yohimbine hydrochloride. However, the results of these studies cannot be interpreted as evidence for the use of Yohimbe. Although the medication Yohimbine hydrochloride and the herb Yohimbe are related, they are not interchangeable.

    Warning

    • The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) does not regulate the supplement and herbal industries. Therefore, supplements may be impure, have false claims, misrepresent dosages included in packaging, and fail to disclose side effects. If you are contemplating the use of any herb or supplement, always consult with your physician or registered dietitian (RD) first to ensure your health and safety.

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