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Scope
Supplement × Supplement
Last verified
June 4, 2026
SynergyEmerging evidence
What is happening. Pygeum and saw palmetto are commonly combined for BPH symptom support.
Mechanism. Complementary phytosterol and anti-inflammatory prostate pathways.
Recommendation. Use a single formula with disclosed doses and reassess after 8-12 weeks.
Stack Score
How it moves the number.
Effect on the composite score
If both Pygeum Africanum and Saw Palmetto are in the same stack, this pair applies +2 to your Stack Score (per scored synergy row).
The full algorithm, the clamping rules, and four worked stacks are at /methodology/stack-score.
SourcesSources, by evidence tier.
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Reference material
1- 1Wilt T et al. Pygeum africanum for BPH. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2002.Needs sourceNo link