Musk
OTHER NAME(S): Cerf Porte-Musc, Chevrotain Porte-Musc, Chevrotain Porte-Musc de Sibérie, Deer Musk, Porte-Musc de Sibérie, Tonquin Musk, Moschus moschiferus, Musk Deer, Almizcle, Musc
Overview
Musk is a chemical from the musk gland of the male musk deer. It is dried and used to make medicine.
People take musk for stroke, coma, nerve problems, seizures (convulsions), heart and circulation problems, tumors, and injuries.
Musk contains chemicals that act like the male sex hormones (androgens).
In foods, musk is used as a flavoring.
In manufacturing, musk is used in fragrances and perfumes.
Musk contains chemicals that act like the male sex hormones (androgens).
Uses
Insufficient Evidence for
- Stroke.
- Coma.
- Nerve problems.
- Convulsions.
- Heart and circulation problems.
- Injuries.
- Tumors.
- Other conditions.
More evidence is needed to rate the effectiveness of musk for these uses.
Precautions
There isn't enough information to know if musk is safe to use as a medicine. It can cause skin allergies.
Pregnancy and breast-feeding: Not enough is known about the use of musk during pregnancy and breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use.
Interactions
We currently have no information for Musk overview.
Dosing
The appropriate dose of musk depends on several factors such as the user's age, health, and several other conditions. At this time there is not enough scientific information to determine an appropriate range of doses for musk. 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 your pharmacist or physician or other healthcare professional before using.
References
- The Review of Natural Products by Facts and Comparisons. St. Louis, MO: Wolters Kluwer Co., 1999.
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- Thevis M, Schänzer W, Geyer H, et al. Traditional Chinese medicine and sports drug testing: identification of natural steroid administration in doping control urine samples resulting from musk (pod) extracts. Br J Sports Med 2013;47(2):109-14.
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