Clinical Evaluation of Standardized Bhringaraj (Eclipta Alba) Extract Tablets in Hair Fall: A 24-Week Prospective Trial

This review summarizes the phytomedicinal importance of Eclipta alba in Ayurvedic and folk medicine, particularly its use for hair growth and various biological properties, without reporting new clinical results.

This study reported that in 31 patients with diffuse hair loss, daily application of Bhringraj oil significantly reduced hair fall, dandruff, itching, and dryness over four weeks, without any adverse reactions.

This review synthesizes data on Eclipta alba, highlighting its traditional use for liver, skin, and general health, supported by preclinical evidence of hepatoprotective and other beneficial activities, while noting the need for more rigorous toxicological and clinical safety studies to substantiate its therapeutic applications.

This narrative review examines the traditional uses and pharmacological properties of Eclipta alba, emphasizing its potential benefits like hepatoprotective and hair growth-promoting effects, but highlights the need for more clinical validation and a focus on preserving traditional knowledge.

This article reviews the medicinal significance of the Eclipta alba plant in India and its therapeutic properties, but reports no new clinical results.