Alcohol compatibility
Doctors categorically do not recommend drinking alcohol while taking the herbal medicine Tribestan. The instructions for use indicate that this product is incompatible with alcohol.
The active component of the drug and alcohol have opposite effects on the body. Tribulus extract stimulates the formation of testosterone, and ethanol suppresses the synthesis of male hormones. Drinking alcohol nullifies the therapeutic effect of the medicine. Therefore, while taking the drug you should completely abstain from alcohol.
Undesirable effects
In the absence of contraindications, patients usually tolerate the herbal medicine Tribestan well. Side effects are quite rare. However, in people with hypersensitivity, the following negative reactions cannot be ruled out:
- allergic manifestations (spots on the skin, itching);
- nausea.
If the patient shows signs of allergy, the drug must be discontinued. If nausea occurs, take a break from taking the pills for 2-3 days. If during this time the side effects disappear, then you can resume using the medicine, but in a lower dosage.
How safe is the herbal medicine Tribestan? The instructions for use warn about the negative consequences of taking an excessive number of tablets. In case of an overdose, severe nervous agitation, anxiety, vomiting, and increased bleeding may occur. Therefore, it is necessary to carefully adhere to the recommended dose.
How does it affect men?
Basic properties:
- Increasing testosterone levels due to the saponin protodioscide, which in the body is transformed into dihydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) - a material for the synthesis of more than 20 hormones, including androgens. DHEA helps strengthen the immune system and regulates the metabolism of cholesterol, which is the basis for the production of testosterone. Protodioscin does not accumulate in the body, but is excreted after 3-4 hours. Tribulus also activates the synthesis of luteinizing hormone, which regulates testosterone production.
- Improved erection due to alkaloids, which increase blood circulation in the pelvic organs. The flavonoid astragalin protects blood vessels from atherosclerosis and supports the functioning of the heart muscle. Tribulus helps relax the cavernous bodies of the penis, increases blood pressure inside it during erection, which provides more complete sexual satisfaction.
- Activation of libido due to an increase in testosterone levels due to steroid glycosides and stimulation of androgen receptors in the brain. Androgen signaling activity steadily increases after about 2 months of taking the drug.
- Increasing fertility by stimulating sperm synthesis. Protodioscin acts on germ cells in the testicles, causing them to divide more actively, and also promotes the growth of seminiferous tubules. After a course of Tribestan, some men experience an increase in the size of their testicles and their weight. There are no pathological changes in the structure.
- Stimulation of physical and mental activity.
"Tribestan" has an anti-inflammatory and antiseptic effect on the organs of the genitourinary system due to the high content of tannins. Urologists recommend the drug to men with chronic prostatitis. It suppresses inflammation by improving blood microcirculation in the gland, has an analgesic effect, and relieves swelling. Furostanol compounds in tribulus have antibiotic properties, and flavonoids have a diuretic effect.
When taken as a course, Tribestan improves mood, eliminates symptoms of depression, and increases motivation due to the action of the enzyme monoamine oxidase A. It increases the concentration of mediators, stimulating the transmission of nerve impulses between neurons.
Some men take Tribestan as an aphrozidiac, others as an anabolic to stimulate muscle growth. The effect produced largely depends on the initial physical data.
Research
The American journal Andrology for June 2021 49 (5) published the results of studies on the effect of tribulus on sperm quality, potency and adipose tissue volume in men. The target group included 65 people with mediocre spermograms. Men took 250 mg of dry extract three times a day for three months. The results showed an increase in muscle mass, a decrease in fat percentage, and an increase in the level of dihydrotestosterone, the active form of testosterone. A semen study showed an increase in sperm concentration and increased motility.
The July 2021 journal Evid Based Complementary Altern Med 22 (3) published the results of a study examining the effects of tribulus on sperm parameters. After direct injection of the liquid extract into the ejaculate of male volunteers, an increase in the overall motility of sperm and an increase in their viability were recorded.
Instructions for use for men
Before or after meals : the drug is taken after meals to avoid stomach irritation. If you take the tablet on an empty stomach, you may experience nausea, even vomiting, and cramping pain.
How to take to improve potency: 1-2 tablets three times a day for a course of at least 3 months. In case of impotence, the duration of treatment can be extended under the supervision of a doctor.
How to take when planning pregnancy: the duration of the course and dosage of the drug are the same as for increasing potency.
How to take for prostatitis: the same as for erectile dysfunction and infertility - 1-2 tablets three times a day for at least 3 months.
Contraindications for men and side effects
Tribestan is not recommended for men with prostate adenoma. The growth of hyperplasia is provoked by dihydrotestosterone. The less it is, the slower the pathological cells divide. Tribestan increases the level of dihydrotestosterone and can cause increased growth of adenoma.
Other contraindications to taking the drug:
- Kidney failure.
- Severe cardiac pathologies.
- Peanut allergy.
Side effects occur in case of overdose, individual intolerance to the active components, or simultaneous use with antihypertensive and diuretic drugs. Possible indigestion, blood pressure fluctuations, increased nervousness. There is no need to take Tribestan simultaneously with PDE-5 inhibitors. To avoid harm, do not exceed the maximum daily dosage of tribulus extract of 1500 mg. Optimal for the male body – 750 mg.
Indications for use
Tribestan helps young men resist stress factors and recover faster after physical activity. Tribulus increases sexual desire and improves erection.
Tribestan is prescribed as a component of complex therapy for male infertility. The drug increases sperm volume, sperm motility and viability, and increases the chances of natural conception.
Tribestan is most useful for men after 45-50 years of age, when testosterone levels decrease and andropause occurs. During this period, excessive irritability appears, muscles sag, and symptoms of cardiovascular diseases arise. Libido weakens, a man becomes less physically resilient. "Tribestan" is a mild replacement for hormonal therapy, supporting the functioning of the reproductive system. In men over 45 years of age, the drug significantly reduces blood cholesterol levels.
Tribestan is taken to lower blood cholesterol levels. It improves the elasticity of vascular walls, stimulates blood flow, protects heart muscle cells from oxidative stress, and reduces the area of post-infarction scars.
It has been proven that tribulus persistently lowers blood pressure in hypertensive patients at rest. During sexual arousal and erection, blood pressure may increase, source: Mol Cell Biochem, 2010, by Dong S, et al. The effect appears after 2-3 weeks. At the same time, there is an increase in the volume of urine excreted, so the drug is not recommended for people with kidney disease.
Tribestan can be taken by men with diabetes. The active substances of the drug help increase insulin levels and prevent liver destruction.
Is it possible to combine with alcohol : it is possible, but not regularly and with small quantities. Alcohol reduces the effect of Tribestan, will strain the liver, and will have a toxic effect on the testicles.
Prescription or not : the drug is sold without a prescription.
Analogs
The Russian drug synonymous with Tribestan is Effex Tribulus from Evalar. They have identical composition and amount of active substance.
Comparative studies of both drugs were carried out at the Department of Urology of Moscow State Medical University named after. Sechenov. The results were published in the journal Urology No. 2 for 2021. The duration of the experiment was 14 weeks. The study involved 173 patients with erectile dysfunction, some of whom took Tribestan, and the other part took Effex Tribulus. The initial dosage was one tablet three times a day, and starting from the fifth week, it was increased to 2 tablets.
Graphs with results
Which is better, “Tribestan” or “Tribulus ”: according to the results of studies, there are no significant differences in terms of effectiveness between the drugs. The safety profile is also similar.
What is better: Impaza or Tribestan : the drugs are approximately the same in effectiveness. "Impaza" also affects the central mechanisms regulating the level of libido, the quality of erection and the degree of satisfaction with sexual intercourse. The drug is especially effective for psychogenic and vascular erectile dysfunction. Can be taken by men with coronary heart disease and combined with PDE-5. An increase in potency is observed after 4-6 months of course use. "Tribestan" is preferable for physical overload and age-related decrease in androgen levels.
Russian analogues:
- "Erectogenon". Contains astragalus, yohimbe, gotu-kola, ginseng, vitamins. Price 626 rubles for 15 capsules.
- "Vimax super forte." Contains horny weed, sabal palm, ginseng, cordyceps, licorice, eurycoma. Price 412 rubles for 30 capsules.
- "Lovelace". Contains eurycoma, ginseng, eleutherococcus, ginkgo biloba, horny weed, yohimbe. Price 873 rubles for 16 tablets.
Foreign analogues:
- "Verona" (Pakistan). In addition to Tribulus extract, the composition includes burning mucuna, winter cherry, and beautiful argyrea. Price 373 rubles for 20 tablets, 649 rubles for 60 tablets.
- "Kamavit-forte" (Ukraine). Contains extracts of Tribulus terrestris, Ginkgo biloba, Chinese lemongrass, damiana. Price 324 UAH for 30 tablets.
- "Speman" (India). Contains a complex of plant extracts. Price 399 rubles for 60 tablets.
- "Orgasex" (USA). Contains Chinese wolfberry, licorice, ginseng, ginkgo biloba. Price 674 rubles for 2 capsules.
The price for Tribestan in online pharmacies starts from 1853 rubles for 60 tablets, 4417 rubles for 180 tablets. It is not sold on the official website. "Effex Tribulus" will cost 1833 rubles for 60 tablets. Low prices for Ozon and Apteka.ru. Tribulus preparations have been withdrawn from sale at iHerb.
