May 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This source notes that minoxidil and finasteride are the most supported treatments for androgenetic alopecia, with combination treatments like PRP showing promise, while the role of saw palmetto remains unclear.
May 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study suggests that minoxidil and finasteride are the most supported treatments for androgenetic alopecia, with promising combination therapies like PRP, while saw palmetto's effectiveness remains unclear.
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September 2002 in “Annals of Pharmacotherapy” This review discusses various herbal therapies, such as Serenoa repens and Pygeum africanum, for treating benign prostatic hyperplasia, noting their potential but highlighting unresolved questions about their efficacy and safety.
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December 2020 in “Phytomedicine plus” In this study, researchers found that taking Saw palmetto and Pygeum africana supplements for five days altered the urinary steroid profile in a way that may interfere with the steroidal module of the Athlete Biological Passport.
July 2024 in “Skin Appendage Disorders” This study found that after 6 months of taking an oral supplement, patients with chronic telogen effluvium or androgenetic alopecia experienced a statistically significant increase in hair density and overall improved hair appearance compared to those taking a placebo, with the supplement being well tolerated.