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Turkey Tail

Also known as: Trametes versicolor, PSK, PSP
General evidence: C

What it is

Medicinal mushroom rich in polysaccharides.

Why it's used

Marketed for immune support.

Evidence by claim

ClaimEvidence grade
Extended survival in canine hemangiosarcoma (small study)C

Cited studies

  • Polysaccharopeptide (PSP) from Turkey Tail in canine hemangiosarcoma
    Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine · 2012
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  • Single agent polysaccharopeptide delays metastases and improves survival in naturally occurring hemangiosarcoma
    Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine · 2012
  • Atypical antipsychotic drugs and ethanol withdrawal syndrome: a review.
    Alcohol and alcoholism (Oxford, Oxfordshire) · 2012
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  • Behavioral and cognitive animal models in headache research.
    The journal of headache and pain · 2019
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  • Comparison of clomipramine and fluoxetine treatment of dogs with tail chasing.
    Tierarztliche Praxis. Ausgabe K, Kleintiere/Heimtiere · 2010
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Products containing Turkey Tail

Educational information only. Not veterinary advice. Always talk to your vet before starting a new supplement.