Overview

Adrenal extract is a chemical that is made from the adrenal glands of cows, pigs, and sheep. Adrenal glands make certain hormones.

The adrenal glands sit on top of the kidneys. They regulate the body's response to stress by making hormones, including adrenaline and cortisol. But it's not known whether the human body can absorb adrenal extract or how it might work.

People use adrenal extract for Addison disease, hay fever, asthma, eczema, depression, fatigue, stress, and many other conditions, but there is no good scientific evidence to support these uses.

Adrenal extracts come from cows, pigs, and sheep from slaughterhouses and possibly sick animals. There is concern that some diseases may be transferred to humans, but there are no reports of this.

Uses & Effectiveness ?

We currently have no information for ADRENAL EXTRACT overview.

Side Effects

When taken by mouth: There isn't enough reliable information to know if adrenal extract is safe or what the side effects might be. But there are concerns as adrenal extract is made from adrenal glands gathered from slaughterhouses, and possibly from sick or diseased animals. There is concern that some diseases may be transferred to humans, but there are no reports of this.

Special Precautions and Warnings

When taken by mouth: There isn't enough reliable information to know if adrenal extract is safe or what the side effects might be. But there are concerns as adrenal extract is made from adrenal glands gathered from slaughterhouses, and possibly from sick or diseased animals. There is concern that some diseases may be transferred to humans, but there are no reports of this.

Pregnancy and breast-feeding: There isn't enough reliable information to know if adrenal extract is safe to use when pregnant or breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use.

Low immune system function: Adrenal extract might increase the risk of infection in people with weakened immune systems. Avoid use.

Interactions ?

We currently have no information for ADRENAL EXTRACT overview.

Dosing

There isn't enough reliable information to know what an appropriate dose of adrenal extract 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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