Evening Primrose Oil

INFORMATION ABOUT EVENING PRIMROSE OIL

Evening Primrose Oil Uses

Evening Primrose Oil is used in the treatment of pain relief.

How Evening Primrose Oil works

Evening Primrose Oil is a herbal medicine. Its seeds contain high amounts of omega-6 essential fatty acids (EFAs), which have an indirect effect on different glands. This helps to regulate hormones during periods and breastfeeding. It also helps in reducing pain in the breasts. It also has anti-inflammatory properties that help reduce pain, redness and itching in certain skin problems.

Common side effects of Evening Primrose Oil

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common

Diarrhea, Headache, Nausea, Upset stomach

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25 Nov 2025 | 09:34 AM (UTC)

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Medicine brands for Evening Primrose Oil

Tas Med India Pvt Ltd

1 variant(s)

Evrose

₹157 to ₹157

Medens Pharmaceutical Pvt Ltd

1 variant(s)

Eliterose

₹112 to ₹112

Halberd Pharmaceuticals

1 variant(s)

Primasafe

₹281 to ₹281

Synergy Pharmaceuticals

1 variant(s)

Epovel

₹168 to ₹1690

Syndicate Life Sciences Pvt Ltd

3 variant(s)

Expert advice for Evening Primrose Oil

Before taking Evening Primrose Oil, inform your doctor if you are taking any other medications, especially blood thinners, like warfarin, as the risk of bleeding might increase.
Evening Primrose Oil might also increase the chance of bleeding during or after surgery. Therefore, stop using it at least 2 weeks before a scheduled surgery.
Let your doctor know if you are pregnant.
Seek medical help in case you experience any allergic symptoms, like rashes, itching, redness, after taking Evening Primrose Oil.