Chasteberry (Vitex agnus-castus) · six ingredients
Draxer's Vitex
Irregular cycles, painful periods, bad PMS. Your hormones are trying to tell you something.
Chasteberry with boswellia, ginger, chamomile, vitamin B1 and zinc carnosine, to support a regular cycle, healthy progesterone and prolactin levels, easier periods and calmer days before your period.
Delivery across Ghana. Also stocked in selected pharmacies.
Works on the signal
Helps the brain send the right monthly hormone signals.
Changes in 2 to 3 cycles
Most women notice a difference by the third month.
Eases period pain
Boswellia and ginger calm the inflammation behind cramps.
Noticed anything unexpected while taking it? Let our pharmacists know. It is quick, and it helps us look after everyone who uses it.
Why cycles go wrong
It is not just in your head, and it is not just stress.
Every month, a small gland at the base of the brain (the pituitary) sends hormone signals to the ovaries telling them when to release an egg and when to make progesterone. When those signals are off, often because prolactin is a little too high or progesterone is too low in the second half of the cycle, the whole month is affected: periods come early, late or not at all, the days before your period become hard, and getting pregnant can take longer.
These are not personality traits or something you must simply push through. They are signs, and there is usually a cause that can be worked on.
If you have any of these regularly, your hormones may be the cause:
- Periods that come early, late, or not at all
- Mood swings, irritability or anxiety before your period
- Breast tenderness, bloating or pelvic discomfort
- Painful periods that disrupt your day
- Difficulty getting pregnant without a clear reason
- Tiredness and low energy in the week or two before your period
Did you know?
PMS (premenstrual syndrome) is the name for the physical and emotional changes many women have in the one to two weeks before their period, such as mood swings, bloating, breast tenderness and tiredness. Chasteberry is one of the most studied plant extracts for easing it.
Why many chasteberry products fall short
Chasteberry alone misses the pain
Plain chasteberry works on hormone signals, but does little for cramps. Boswellia and ginger are added for that.
Stress is ignored
Ongoing stress can stop ovulation on its own. Chamomile and vitamin B1 help calm that pathway.
Painkillers only cover it up
They help on the day, but the cramps return every month. Draxer's Vitex works on the cause over time.
How Draxer's Vitex works
Four important pathways
Hormonal health needs a whole-body approach. Draxer's Vitex works on hormone signals, inflammation, stress and the gut at the same time.
Balances the monthly signal
Chasteberry acts on the pituitary gland, bringing down raised prolactin and helping it send the right signals for ovulation. This supports progesterone in the second half of your cycle.
Chasteberry 500 mg
Calms period pain
Boswellia and ginger reduce the inflammation and the chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that cause cramping and pelvic pain, working on the source rather than masking it.
Boswellia 150 mg · Ginger 100 mg
Eases the stress pathway
Stress hormones can switch off ovulation. Chamomile has a calming effect and gently relaxes the womb, and vitamin B1 has been shown in studies to reduce PMS.
Chamomile 150 mg · Vitamin B1 25 mg
Supports absorption
Zinc carnosine supports a healthy gut lining so your body can absorb what you take. Zinc is also needed to make progesterone.
Zinc carnosine 37.5 mg
Full ingredient breakdown
What is inside, and the importance of each
No hidden doses. Every ingredient is listed with its amount and the reason it is there. Per serving of two capsules.
| Ingredient | Dose | What it does | Main benefit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chasteberry (Vitex agnus-castus) | 500 mg | Acts on the pituitary gland to lower raised prolactin and restore the hormone signals needed for regular ovulation. | Cycle regularity; Progesterone support; Prolactin balance |
| Boswellia serrata (Indian frankincense) | 150 mg | Reduces inflammation in the pelvis and womb lining, without the stomach upset of common painkillers. | Pelvic inflammation; Period pain |
| Chamomile extract | 150 mg | Has a calming effect, eases anxiety before your period and gently relaxes the womb muscle. | PMS anxiety; Cramps; Stress |
| Ginger root extract | 100 mg | Lowers prostaglandins, the same messengers that common period painkillers work on, easing cramps and nausea. | Period pain; Nausea |
| Vitamin B1 (thiamine) | 25 mg | Supports energy and nerve function; shown in studies to reduce PMS symptoms. | PMS tiredness; Mood; Energy |
| Zinc carnosine | 37.5 mg | Supports the gut lining; zinc is needed for progesterone production and immunity. | Gut health; Hormone production; Absorption |
Who this is for
Is Draxer's Vitex right for you?
A targeted formula for women with hormone-driven symptoms, not a general wellness supplement. If you recognise yourself in one or more of these, it was designed with you in mind.
Irregular or missed periods
Periods that come unpredictably, or not at all. Chasteberry helps bring back a regular ovulation rhythm. Most women notice a change within two to three cycles of steady use.
PMS and severe PMS
Mood swings, breast tenderness, irritability, bloating and tiredness in the one to two weeks before your period. Chasteberry, chamomile and vitamin B1 work on both the hormone and the nerve side of it.
Raised prolactin
Prolactin that is high outside pregnancy or breastfeeding can quietly stop ovulation for months. Chasteberry works on the pathway that controls prolactin.
Trying to conceive
If irregular cycles, weak ovulation or a short second half of the cycle are making it harder, Draxer's Vitex helps restore the hormone conditions for natural conception. It is not a fertility drug. Once pregnancy is confirmed, stop and speak to your prescriber.
Painful periods
Cramps that stop you working, moving or getting on with your day. Boswellia and ginger target the inflammation behind them, which plain chasteberry products do not.
Not sure which Draxer product fits?
A Draxer pharmacist can help you choose between Vitex and GynoEssence, sequence the two, or tell you if neither is right for you. The consultation is free.
Talk to a pharmacistFor health professionals: download the Vitex monograph (PDF) or see all monographs.
What to expect
Hormonal balance takes time. Here is what to expect.
Draxer's Vitex is not a painkiller or a quick fix. It works by gradually resetting the hormone signals your body sends every month, so results build over cycles, not days.
Weeks 1 to 4
Settling in
Some women notice less anxiety before their period or lighter cramps in the first cycle. Most will not see big changes yet, and that is expected.
Month 2
Early shifts
Cycle length may begin to steady. PMS symptoms usually start to ease, and raised prolactin begins to come down.
Month 3
Meaningful change
Most women have more regular cycles, less pain and a calmer week before their period. Ovulation is usually clearly better by now.
Months 4 to 6
Full effect for fertility
For women trying to conceive, this is the window that matters most, as progesterone in the second half of the cycle reaches its best.
Combining with GynoEssence
For women with PCOS/PMOS or a mixed picture, where both hormone signals and blood sugar (insulin) are involved, Vitex and GynoEssence cover different ground and work well together.
Draxer's Vitex targets
The monthly hormone signal from the brain; progesterone in the second half of the cycle; raised prolactin; period pain; stress
GynoEssence targets
Insulin resistance and blood sugar; excess male hormones; ovulation through the metabolic route; egg quality
Recommended approach: start with GynoEssence for 4 to 6 weeks to work on insulin first. If cycles are still irregular or progesterone is still low, add Draxer's Vitex. A pharmacist can help you sequence this.
Use with caution if your cycles are already regular, if you are on hormonal contraception or prescription hormone medicine, or if the cause of your symptoms has not been checked; ask a pharmacist first.
See GynoEssenceHow to take it, and safety
Read before you start
Dose
Two capsules, twice a day (morning and evening), or as directed by a healthcare professional. Take it every day, through your period too. Steady use gives the best results.
Do not take if
You are allergic to any ingredient, or under 18. If you are having fertility treatment, speak to your prescriber before starting.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Not for use in pregnancy or while breastfeeding. If you are trying to conceive, stop once pregnancy is confirmed and speak to your prescriber.
Possible side effects
Most women take it without any problem. A few notice mild stomach upset, headache or a skin rash at the start, which usually settle. Seek advice if a reaction occurs.
With other medicines
Tell your prescriber or pharmacist if you take hormonal contraception, hormone medicine, medicine for mental health or Parkinson's, or blood thinners. Chasteberry and ginger can affect how some of these work.
Noticed anything unexpected?
Every medicine, herbal or otherwise, can have side effects. Tell us and we will advise on what to do.
Report a side effectDraxer's Vitex is a dietary supplement with active ingredients chosen to support your hormonal health. It works alongside, not instead of, any treatment your prescriber has advised, so keep taking prescribed medicine unless they tell you otherwise. Keep out of the reach of children and store as directed on the pack.
Questions
Some common FAQs about Draxer's Vitex answered
Anything else, ask a pharmacist on WhatsApp 055 711 6113.
How long does it take to work?
Some women notice calmer PMS or lighter cramps in the first cycle, but the main changes take two to three cycles. For fertility, allow three to six months.
How long will one bottle last?
At two capsules twice a day, a bottle of 120 capsules lasts one month. Plan for at least three bottles to give it a fair trial.
Should I stop during my period?
No. Take it every day, including during your period. It works by steady, daily use.
Can I take it with GynoEssence?
Yes. They work on different things and many women benefit from both, especially with PCOS/PMOS. A pharmacist can help you decide the order.
Can I take it while trying to conceive?
Yes. Supporting ovulation and the second half of the cycle before conception is one of its main uses. Once pregnancy is confirmed, stop and speak to your prescriber.
Where can I buy it?
Order here for delivery across Ghana (fees depend on your address), order on WhatsApp, or buy at a stockist pharmacy near you.
