Mangostene

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 Mangosteen? Mangostene is a common misspelling of mangosteen.
 
Some people may choose to use mangosteen to help treat or prevent several health conditions. Mangosteen is a type of fruit that is known to have several medicinally active compounds. As a result, many people will eat the fruit, drink the juice, or use supplements to help treat or prevent conditions such as arthritis, cancer, and diarrhea. However, more research is needed to determine whether this product is safe and effective for any use.
 
(To read the full eMedTV article, click Mangosteen. Among the topics covered in this article are the effects of mangosteen, potential side effects, and what to tell your healthcare provider before using this substance medicinally. You can also click any of the links in the box to the right for specific information.)
 
Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
Last reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD