Network Pharmacology, Molecular Docking, And Dynamics Reveal The Mechanisms Of Hejie Shengfa Decoction Against Alopecia Areata

    January 2026 in “ Medicine ”
    Lingling Zhao, Haixia Mi, Tiemuer Aikeda … Chenghui Zhang
    Studysummary This study suggests that Hejie Shengfa Decoction may help treat alopecia areata by influencing immune and inflammatory pathways, regulating apoptosis, and enhancing the follicular microenvironment.
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