Frequently Asked Questions

heysister! PERIOD, has a single active ingredient, our unique preparation called Khapregesic®, made from the ancient traditional medicine plant, Khaya senegalensis.

Our single ingredient packs a punch with 3 powerful actions:

<1> Strong plant-based anti-inflammatories*

<2> High antioxidant levels* and

<3> Naturally occurring prebiotics. We know prebiotics are good for gut health*

We keep to the highest quality standards which is why our khaya is also Certified Organic and grown in Australia’s Tropical North, the most pristine agricultural land on earth.

We are also focused on purity which is why all heysister! products are vegan friendly and contains: No added artificial flavourings, colourings, or preservatives. It is naturally free from gluten, wheat, dairy, lactose, corn, cereals, eggs, nuts, soy and yeast.

*Traditionally used in Western Herbal Medicine to:

- Relieve menstruation pain

- Reduce the occurrance of abdominal bloating

- Relieve symptoms of mild anxiety

- Reduce mood swings associated with premenstrual tension

heysister! MENOPAUSE, has three active ingredients, our unique preparation called Khapregesic®, made from the ancient traditional medicine plant, Khaya senegalensis, PLUS Calcium and Vitamin D3 for stronger bones.

Our unique ingredient, called Khapregesic® packs a punch with 3 powerful actions:

<1> Strong plant-based anti-inflammatories*

<2> High antioxidant levels* and

<3> Naturally occurring prebiotics. We know prebiotics are good for gut health.*

We keep to the highest quality standards which is why our khaya is also Certified Organic and grown in Australia’s Tropical North, the most pristine agricultural land on earth.

We are also focused on purity which is why all heysister! products are vegan friendly and contains: No added artificial flavourings, colourings, or preservatives. It is naturally free from gluten, wheat, dairy, lactose, corn, cereals, eggs, nuts, soy and yeast.

Traditionally used in Western Herbal Medicine to*:

- Reduce the occurrence of menopausal symptoms

- Relieve symptoms of mild anxiety

- Reduce heavy menstruation (during peri-menopause)

Yes, all heysister! products are regulatory approved. A world first!

We are the first company in the world to have researched, grown and granted regulatory approval for the active ingredient in heysister! the ancient traditional medicine botanical, Khaya senegalensis.

The heysister! single active ingredient formulation known as Khapregesic® is now entered onto the Australian Register of Therapeutic Goods.

Khapregesic® contains an ancient traditional medicine plant called Khaya senegalensis (pronounced: Ky-yar sen-ee-gal_en-sis), also known as Khaya (pronounced: Ky-yar).

Khaya is the active ingredient, and comes from sustainably-grown, Certified-Organic Australian plantations.

Khapregesic® is 100% Australian Grown and Made in Australia with NO offshore processing.

In addition to its pain-relieving action during menstruation*, clinical observational studies show that Khapregesic® can ease mild anxiety*, and other associated symptoms such as abdominal cramping, brain fog, bloating and mild diarrhoea*.

As a natural whole plant medication, you can crush up Hey Sister! and add it to food.

It is really bitter, so something sweet like honey would be great to add.

Yes, this unique preparation known as Khapregesic® [kap-pre-jee-sic] is safe to use with other medicines and supplements.

Most people take one in the morning to setup their day and one in the evening for better sleep, for the 7 days of a typical period or up to 7 days when they have a related pain flareup, such as with mid-cycle ovulation pain or joint pain associated with the menstrual cycle or during menopausal phases.

It is regulatory approved for peace of mind and can be easily purchased online.

Always follow the directions on the pack or the written directions from your practitioner and remember, if symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Take Khapregesic® with your favourite beverage or a glass of water just like any other medication or supplement.

Remember to always follow the directions on the bottle or as directed by your practitioner and if symptoms persist talk to your health professional.

It is recommended to be taken 2 or 3 days before your period for 7 days all up. Most people take one in the morning and one in the evening or before bed for better sleep.

If your normal pain lasts longer than 7 days, take one day off and recommence another 7 days. 

Always follow the directions on the bottle or as prescribed by your practitioner and remember, if symptoms persist or get worse, talk to your health professional.

No, there are no known harmful side effects.

In documented traditional medicine dating back to over 100 years of use, there are no known harmful side effects. In a clinical case study of 24 patients, 1 person who was coming off a course of antibiotics and still unwell reported nausea for the first day. No other side effects were reported.

Hundreds of people now take Khapregesic® and there has not been one report of a harmful side effect.

Always follow the directions on the bottle or the written directions from your practitioner and remember, if symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Khapregesic® is not to be used if pregnant or likely to become pregnant. It is not recommended during breastfeeding. It is not recommended for children under the age of 12.

Always follow the directions on the bottle or the written directions from your practitioner and remember, if symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Khapregesic® can be taken safely at any time and with any other food, supplement or medication.

Most people take one in the morning to setup their day and one in the evening for better sleep, for the 7 days of a typical period or up to 7 days when they have an endo flareup, PCOS, adenomyosis, mid-cycle ovulation pain or joint pain during the menstrual cycle or in menopause.

Always follow the directions on the pack or the written directions from your practitioner and remember, if symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.