Orchic Extract
OTHER NAME(S): Bovine Orchic Extract, Bovine Testicle Extract, Bull Balls Extract, Concentré Testiculaire, Extracto Orchic, Extrait de Testicule, Extrait de Testicule Bovin, Extrait de Testicule de Taureau, Facteurs Testiculaires, Orchic, Orchic Concentrate, Orchic Factors, Orchic Substance, Substance Testiculaire, None., Extracto de orquídea, Extrait d'orchic
Overview
Orchic extract is made from cow testicles. Some people use it as a source of testosterone, but it is not clear if orchic extract provides testosterone.
Orchic extract has been used to maintain healthy testicular function, but there is no good scientific evidence to support this use.
Uses
We currently have no information for Orchic extract overview.
Side Effects
When taken by mouth: There isn't enough reliable information to know if orchic extract is safe or what the side effects might be. Since orchic extract preparations are made from animals, there is a concern about contamination with diseased animal parts. But, so far, there are no reports of disease transmission to people due to use of orchic extract.
Precautions
When taken by mouth: There isn't enough reliable information to know if orchic extract is safe or what the side effects might be. Since orchic extract preparations are made from animals, there is a concern about contamination with diseased animal parts. But, so far, there are no reports of disease transmission to people due to use of orchic extract.
Pregnancy and breast-feeding: There isn't enough reliable information to know if orchic extract is safe to use when pregnant or breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use.
Interactions
We currently have no information for Orchic extract overview.
Dosing
There isn't enough reliable information to know what an appropriate dose of orchic 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.
References
- ORCHIC PMG (Protomorphogen). Natural Health Cod. http://www.nbizz.com/naturalhealthdoc/listings/184.html (Accessed 9 November 2000).
- Lewis CJ. Letter to reiterate certain public health and safety concerns to firms manufacturing or importing dietary supplements that contain specific bovine tissues. FDA. Available at: http://www.cfsan.fda.gov/~dms/dspltr05.html.