Inflammatory Conditions

• Evening Primrose Oil is used to treat eczema, rheumatoid arthritis, Alzheimer's and collagen vascular disease thought to be caused by inflammation.
  
  

Women's Health Issues

• Breast pain connected with menstruation, symptoms associated with menopause, and premenstrual syndrome, all have been treated with Evening Primrose Oil.
  
  

Cardiovascular Health

• The oil from this plant reputedly lowers cholesterol and high blood pressure. Studies suggest that the effect of essential fatty acids on such conditions as coronary heart disease and hypertension may reduce risks.
  
  

Considerations

• According to reports from Consumer Lab, not all Evening Primrose Oil products contain the claimed amounts of all fatty acids. Dosages also vary widely. Also, all products that have Omega-3 or Omega-6 fatty acids can cause mild gastrointestinal symptoms.
  
  

Warning

• Interactions between Evening Primrose Oil or other essential fatty acid supplements and blood thinning medications, including aspirin, can occur.