An Herbal Extract Combination (Biochanin A, Acetyl Tetrapeptide-3, and Ginseng Extracts) Versus 3% Minoxidil Solution for the Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia: A 24-Week, Prospective, Randomized, Triple-Blind, Controlled Trial

October 2020 in “ The Journal of clinical and aesthetic dermatology ”

Suparuj Lueangarun, Ratchathorn Panchaprateep

Biochanin A Acetyl tetrapeptide-3 Ginseng Extracts Minoxidil androgenetic alopecia terminal hair counts scalp eczema AGA Rogaine

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Studysummary In this randomized controlled study, the researchers found that an herbal extract combination showed similar efficacy to 3% minoxidil solution in treating androgenetic alopecia over 24 weeks, with no significant safety concerns, suggesting it might be a viable alternative treatment.

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