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Wheat germ oil
INFORMATION ABOUT WHEAT GERM OIL
Wheat germ oil Uses
Wheat germ oil is used in the treatment of Friedreich's ataxia, nutritional deficiencies and leber’s hereditary optic neuropathy.
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10 Apr 2025 | 04:31 AM (UTC)
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Expert advice for Wheat germ oil
- Wheat germ oil helps treat vision impairment in patients with Leber’s hereditary optic neuropathy (LHON).
- It should be taken with food and at the same time everyday.
- It may make your urine become reddish brown. This change in colour is harmless. Inform your doctor if this bothers you.
- Your doctor may regularly monitor your eyesight, blood counts and liver function while you are on treatment with this medicine.
- Inform your doctor if you have liver disease, kidney disease or if you notice flu or cold symptoms.