A Review on Nanoparticle-Based Herbal Remedies for the Management of Alopecia

    January 2020 in “ Der Pharmacia Lettre
    Balaji Maddiboyina, Vikas Jhawat, Kethavath Ramesh, Ramya Krishna Nakkala, Anantha Lakshmi Jakka
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    TLDR Nanoparticle-based herbal remedies could be promising for treating hair loss with fewer side effects and lower cost, but more research is needed.
    The document reviewed the use of nanoparticle-based herbal remedies for treating alopecia and discussed their potential advantages over synthetic treatments, such as fewer side effects and lower cost. It highlighted the role of the Wnt signaling pathway in hair growth and the involvement of Th1 and Th2 cytokines in alopecia areata. The review cited studies demonstrating the effectiveness of nanoparticle treatments, such as fullerene nanoparticles and safflower extract loaded nano lipid carriers, in promoting hair regrowth in animal models. It also noted the potential for targeted drug delivery to hair follicles using nanoparticles. While the review concluded that nanoparticles show promise in developing new treatments for alopecia, it emphasized the need for further research to confirm the safety and efficacy of these herbal nanoparticle remedies.
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