Tribulus is a popular ingredient in supplements used to enhance sexual function and athletic performance. This eMedTV segment explains how this product works, explores its effectiveness for various uses, and lists some of its potential side effects.
Tribulus is often claimed to be beneficial for enhancing sexual function and athletic performance. This eMedTV resource lists other claimed Tribulus benefits, explains how the supplement works, and discusses the use of this product in children.
There are no known Tribulus side effects at this time. As this page of the eMedTV library explains, however, this does not mean that side effects are not possible. It may simply reflect a lack of clinical studies large enough to find side effects.
The best Tribulus dosage for any use has not been scientifically established yet. This eMedTV Web page includes vague "trial and error" dosing information for Tribulus and explains what dosages were used in clinical studies.
Medicines that may cause drug interactions with Tribulus include lithium and diabetes medications. This eMedTV segment describes the effects that may occur if Tribulus supplements interact with these products.
Tribulus could theoretically cause or worsen prostate cancer. This eMedTV article offers other important Tribulus safety warnings and precautions, and explains who should seek their doctor's approval before using the supplement.
