Introduction
Granufink® is a herbal medicine used to treat symptoms caused by enlargement of the prostate. The product contains active ingredients based on pumpkin seeds and saw palmetto. The product Granufink femina® is available for women with urinary problems. There are contradictory statements about the efficacy of Granufink®. So far, there is no clear evidence of efficacy through studies.
Indications for Granufink®
The indications for Granufink prosta® and Granufink prosta forte® are problems with urination in men due to an enlarged prostate gland. The symptoms can be manifested by an increased urge to urinate, especially at night, a weak or dripping urine stream and a feeling of incomplete bladder emptying. However, as this is a herbal medicinal product without any scientific proof of benefit, there is also no conventional medical indication for the described complaints.
Many men suffer from the consequences of an enlarged prostate with increasing age. A urological check-up is indicated for every man over the age of 45 and is also covered by health insurance. Through the examination, the doctor can determine whether there is a disease of the prostate gland that should be treated with conventional medicine or whether the use of herbal preparations such as Granufink® can also be attempted.
In some cases, further diagnostic measures should be carried out first. In any case, newly occurring or increasing problems with urination of any kind should be clarified by a medical examination. In some cases, a malignant disease (prostate cancer) is also hidden behind the symptoms, which can often be treated well by early detection.
It is therefore not advisable to take Granufink® if symptoms occur without consulting a doctor or examination. According to the package insert, the indication for Granufink femina® is a hyperactive bladder (irritable bladder) in women, which leads to symptoms. However, it is also stated here that the product should only be taken after serious illnesses have been ruled out by a doctor. It is also mentioned that there is no medical indication based on scientific studies proving the benefit. The intake recommendation is based solely on many years of use for the area of application.
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