This study reviews the medicinal uses of Catharanthus roseus, highlighting its production of valuable anticancer alkaloids like vincristine and vinblastine, and its applications in treating diabetes, hypertension, and infections, but also notes potential side effects such as nausea and myelosuppression, especially at high doses.
January 2024 in “Journal of Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry” This study demonstrated that aqueous and hydroethanolic extracts of Catharanthus roseus and Schwenckia americana showed no acute oral toxicity at the tested dose in rats, although histological changes in kidney and liver tissues were observed.
March 2026 in “International Journal of Ayurvedic Medicine (Hyderabad)” In this case report, a novel Ayurvedic preparation of Catharanthus roseus, used alongside conventional chemotherapy, was associated with tumor stability and improved general health in a patient with advanced esophageal squamous cell carcinoma.
September 2026 in “World Journal of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences” In this study, a new hair serum featuring Catharanthus roseus extract was formulated and evaluated, showing a stable and appealing product with potential hair growth-promoting properties, positioning it as a promising herbal alternative to synthetic agents like minoxidil.
September 2026 in “World Journal of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences” This study reports the successful formulation of a stable herbal hair serum with Catharanthus roseus extract and other ingredients, noting it has a suitable pH, consistency, and stability, suggesting potential effectiveness as a natural alternative for hair care pending further clinical trials.