Epimedium-EX™ is Botaniex’s proprietary extract of Horny Goat Weed. Epimedium has been used in traditional Chinese medicine to relieve general fatigue and stress as well as muscle weakness in the back and knees. It is however most widely known for its title as an aphrodisiac and general male performance enhancer with a proven mechanism of action. Botaniex offers Horny Goat Weed Extracts to the following specifications.
Product Name | Brand Name/Code | Specifications |
Horny Goat Weed Extract | EpimediumEX/ICR 10 | Icarrin 10% |
Horny Goat Weed Extract | EpimediumEX/ICR 20 | Icarrin 20% |
Horny Goat Weed Extract | EpimediumEX/ICR 50 | Icarrin 50% |
Horny Goat Weed Extract | EpimediumEX/RBE 101 | 10:1 Extraction Ratio |
Horny Goat Weed Extract | EpimediumEX/RBE 201 | 20:1 Extraction Ratio |
Horny Goat Weed Extract | EpimediumEX/RBE 501 | 50:1 Extraction Ratio |
*Customized specifications available upon request
Epimedium
Epimedium has been used for over two thousand years, its leaves are rich in flavonoids, polysaccharides, sterols, and alkaloids. The plant is grown and cultivated in the wild, it grows abundantly in higher altitude areas of China where it’s most commonly found. Epimedium’s reputation as a male sexual enhancer is backed by sound science regarding the chemical composition of the plant extract and its effect on erectile tissues.
| Botanical Name | Epimedium Brevicornum Maxim |  |
| Plant Family | Berberidaceae | |
| Part of Plant Used | Leaves | |
Benefits
Treats Erectile dysfunction
Improves male sexual performance
Reduces stress levels
Treats fatigue and muscle weakness
Reduces menopausal symptoms
Mechanisms
The primary active ingredient in Horny Goat Weed is Icariin, a PDE5 inhibitor, which is a protein present in the smooth muscles of the penis. When PDE5 is inhibited, erections are most likely and persist for greater periods of time. In fact this is the exact same mechanism through which drugs like Viagara and Cialis work. Icarian also increases the content of nitric oxide present in the lining of blood vessels, decreases blood pressure and allows erections to be maintained more easily. Horny Goat Weed also improves stress levels and fatigue through cortisol modulation, thereby reducing the negative effects of chronic stress.
Safety
Horny Goat Weed extracts are safe for human consumption at regular doses, refer to the following dosage information in order to obtain recommended dosage levels.
Dosage
Typical dosage levels for Epimedium extracts range from 250-1000mg/day.