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

July 1997 in “ Der Urologe ”

J. Sökeland, Johannes Albrecht

Sabal extract Urtica extract finasteride benign prostatic hyperplasia BPH saw palmetto stinging nettle Propecia

TLDR Sabal and Urtica extract works as well as finasteride for treating BPH, with fewer side effects.

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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