Combined Sabal And Urtica Extract Vs Finasteride In Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (Alken Stage I–II)

July 1997 in “ Der Urologe ”

J. Sökeland, Johannes Albrecht

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Studysummary This study found that PRO 160/120 and Finasteride showed similar effectiveness in improving urinary symptoms and quality of life in patients with benign prostatic hyperplasia over 48 weeks.

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A combination of Sabal and Urtica extract is as effective as finasteride in treating benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) in patients at Alken stage I-II, according to multiple studies. Both treatments showed significant improvement in symptoms, but the combination extract had fewer reported adverse events and a better safety profile. The combination extract was found to be a viable alternative to finasteride, with a faster onset of action and more effective in reducing irritative symptoms. Overall, the combination extract is a promising treatment option for BPH.

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