Milkthistle

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 Milk Thistle? Milkthistle is a common misspelling of milk thistle.
 
Although milk thistle is typically used to help treat or prevent liver diseases, it may also be beneficial for treating other conditions as well. However, more research is needed before it is proven to be effective for these uses. Milk thistle is not suitable for everyone. Before taking this herbal supplement, make sure to talk to your healthcare provider. You may not be able to use it if you have certain health conditions, such as endometriosis, uterine fibroids, or certain allergies.
 
(For more information, click Milk Thistle. This article offers an overview of the safety concerns associated with milk thistle, possible side effects, and more. You can also click any of the links in the box to the right for specific information.)
 
Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
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