What is Standard Process Drenamin?
Short answer: Standard Process Drenamin is an adrenal support tablet with vitamin C, B vitamins B2, B3 and B6, and whole food ingredients.
More detail: The adrenal glands are two hormone-making glands that sit on top of the kidneys. Read our full guide to Standard Process Drenamin for the clinic's look at each nutrient.
- Vitamins: the label names vitamin C and three B vitamins, B2, B3 and B6.
- Whole foods: the tablet blend includes cattle (bovine) adrenal tissue, plus other animal and plant ingredients.
- Clinic view: the blog describes Standard Process Drenamin as a formula made to nourish the adrenal glands.
Standard Process Drenamin vs MediHerb Adrenal Complex: what is the difference?
Short answer: Standard Process Drenamin is an adrenal tablet with vitamin C and B vitamins, while MediHerb Adrenal Complex is a herbal tablet made with licorice and rehmannia.
More detail: Our blog lists both among its recommended adrenal supplements. The two products use different ingredients, so a practitioner can help you choose between them.
- Drenamin: vitamin C and B vitamins B2, B3 and B6, plus whole food ingredients.
- MediHerb Adrenal Complex: licorice root and rehmannia rhizome extracts.
- Licorice: our blog says glycyrrhizin, a compound in licorice, helps the body keep cortisol levels adequate.
- Cautions: the MediHerb Adrenal Complex page lists high blood pressure, edema (water retention), congestive heart failure, low blood potassium, pregnancy and lactation as contraindications.
- More reading: our blog post on the adrenal glands and adrenal supplements covers both products.
What are the ingredients in Standard Process Drenamin?
Short answer: The ingredients in Standard Process Drenamin include vitamin C, B2, B3, B6 and choline, plus a 555 mg blend of animal tissues, plant foods, mushrooms and minerals.
More detail: The label lists the blend as one 555 mg total, with no amount shown for each item. Two items in it are PMG™ extracts, one from bovine adrenal and one from veal bone.
- B vitamin names: B2 is riboflavin, B3 is niacin and B6 is pyridoxine, and our guide to B vitamins explains what each one does.
- Animal items: bovine liver and bone, bovine adrenal tissue, porcine stomach and brain, and a veal bone extract.
- Plant and mushroom items: alfalfa and buckwheat juice powders, buckwheat and oat flours, sweet potato, and shiitake and reishi mushrooms, each marked organic.
- Extras: calcium lactate, magnesium citrate, nutritional yeast and sunflower lecithin sit in the blend, and honey is among the other ingredients.
Drenamin benefits and uses
Short answer: Standard Process Drenamin benefits center on adrenal gland support, the body's natural stress response, and energy and metabolism support.
More detail: The clinic blog says the right nutrients are one of the most important ways to support healthy adrenal function, in addition to rest, stress reduction and a healthy diet.
- Adrenal hormones: Drenamin supports the body's making of adrenaline and noradrenaline.
- Stress response: the vitamin C in Drenamin takes part in the body's own reaction to stress.
- Antioxidant action: vitamin C also works as an antioxidant and helps the body manage oxidative stress, which is wear and tear on cells.
- Nerve and brain chemicals: B2, B3 and B6 support nerve function and the making of brain chemicals called neurotransmitters.
- Energy and immune function: B2 and B3 support energy production and play roles in immune system function.
- Use: follow the directions printed on the Drenamin label.
Drenamin side effects and cautions: who should check with a practitioner first?
Short answer: Check with a practitioner before starting Standard Process Drenamin if pregnant, nursing, taking medicine or managing a health condition. The page lists no side effects, but a missing list never proves that no one reacts.
More detail: The Standard Process Drenamin page gives no advice for pregnancy, nursing or medicines, so ask a practitioner. The only label warning is to keep the tablets away from children.
- Children: store Drenamin where children cannot reach it.
- Animal ingredients: the tablets contain cattle (bovine) and pig (porcine) items, so read the full ingredient list if you avoid animal foods.
- Reactions: with no side effects list on the page, ask a practitioner about any reaction you notice.
- Label first: the page tells readers to check the actual product label, so read it and follow its directions before you start.
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
Where can I buy Standard Process Drenamin online?
Short answer: Buy Standard Process Drenamin online from Snow Holistic Health in Lake Charles, LA.
More detail: Not sure if Standard Process Drenamin fits your plan? Book a free 15-minute See if We Fit call with Dr. Snow, or contact our team with questions. Drenamin comes in 90 tablet and 270 tablet sizes.