Evening Primrose Oil contains essential fatty acids of the omega-6 series to promote a healthy balance of immune cells. The compounds in Evening Primrose Oil work together to:
Provide the essential fatty acid gamma-linolenic acid (GLA) that promotes a healthy balance of immune cells
Promote normal omega-6 essential fatty acid levels
Promote healthy skin
Support general health and well-being*
The oil from the seed of Evening Primrose is a popular source of the omega-6 fatty acid, gamma-linolenic acid (GLA). MediHerb Evening Primrose Oil capsules are cold pressed and standardized to contain 90 mg pf gamma-linolenic acid per capsule to ensure optimal strength and quality.
Suggested Use: 1 capsule 1 - 3 times daily, or as directed.
Caution: Not to be used during pregnancy and lactation unless otherwise directed by a qualified health care professional.
For other contraindications and cautions, please refer to the Potential Herb-Drug Interactions Chart. The chart can be found here: Potential Herb-Drug Interactions Chart
Please consult the product packaging label for the most accurate product information.
Nutrients & Ingredients
Each Serving Size (1 Softgel) contains: Calories 7, Total fat 1.0 g, Evening Primrose Oil 1.0 g (from Oenothera biennis seed, Containing gamma-linolenic acid (GLA) 90 mg). Other Ingredients: Gelatin, glycerol, d-alpha-tocopherol (soy) and purified water.
* These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Dietary Restrictions
Standard Process products labeled as Vegan are devoid of animal-based tissue, animal-based gelatin, or fish oils. They are also devoid of animal-based ingredients such as dairy, eggs, honey, beeswax, and lanolin.
Standard Process products labeled as Vegetarian are considered lacto-ovo vegetarian, which means they are devoid of animal-based tissue, animal-based gelatin, or fish oil. They may contain animal-based ingredients such as dairy, eggs, honey, beeswax, or lanolin.
When you see our products labeled as USDA Organic, that means they have been certified as Organic by a USDA-accredited certifying agent.
Standard Process products labeled as Gluten-Free have been tested to verify they meet the regulations associated with the United States Food and Drug Administration's gluten-free labeling.
Standard Process products labeled as Non-Dairy or Non-Dairy Formula have been formulated to not contain milk or milk-derived ingredients.
Standard Process products labeled as Non-Soy or Non-Soy Formula have been formulated to not contain soy or soy-derived ingredients.
Standard Process products labeled as Non-Grain or Non-Grain Formula have been formulated to not contain any true cereal grain or grain-derived ingredients such as those from wheat, rice, oats, cornmeal, barley, or another cereal grain.
