Overview

Genistein combined polysaccharide is a chemical that is made by fermenting soy with a certain type of mushroom called basidiomycetes.

Genistein combined polysaccharide is made up of genistein, a chemical found in soy, and a certain type of polysaccharide found in mushrooms. It might alter levels of some hormones in the body.

Genistein combined polysaccharide is used for prostate cancer, bladder cancer, and breast cancer, but there is no good scientific evidence to support any use.

Uses & Effectiveness ?

We currently have no information for GENISTEIN COMBINED POLYSACCHARIDE overview.

Side Effects

When taken by mouth: There isn't enough reliable information to know if genistein combined polysaccharide is safe or what the side effects might be.

Special Precautions and Warnings

When taken by mouth: There isn't enough reliable information to know if genistein combined polysaccharide is safe or what the side effects might be.

Pregnancy and breast-feeding: There isn’t enough reliable information to know if genistein combined polysaccharide is safe to use when pregnant or breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use.

Hormone-sensitive condition such as breast cancer, uterine cancer, ovarian cancer, endometriosis, or uterine fibroids: Genistein combined polysaccharide might act like estrogen. If you have any condition that might be made worse by exposure to estrogen, don't use genistein combined polysaccharide.

Interactions ?

    Moderate Interaction

    Be cautious with this combination

  • Caffeine interacts with GENISTEIN COMBINED POLYSACCHARIDE

    Genistein combined polysaccharide contains a chemical called genistein. Genistein might slow down how quickly the body gets rid of caffeine. This might increase the effects of caffeine.

Dosing

There isn’t enough reliable information to know what an appropriate dose of genistein combined polysaccharide might be. Keep in mind that natural products are not always necessarily safe and dosages can be important. Be sure to follow relevant directions on product labels and consult a healthcare professional before using.
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