Pueraria mirifica
Used in Korean and Thai medicine for menopausal symptoms due to potent phytoestrogen content (miroestrol, deoxymiroestrol). Much stronger estrogenic activity than soy.
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Interacts with hormone therapies, tamoxifen, and oral contraceptives.
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Discontinue before surgery.
Breast tenderness, menstrual changes, headache.
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