6 citations
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January 2016 in “Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine” In this study, fermented herbal extracts promoted hair growth and activated Wnt signaling more effectively than nonfermented extracts in mice, suggesting potential benefits for hair regrowth.
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October 2018 in “Open MIND” In this study, treating diabetic rats with mulberry leaf decoction for 14 days lowered blood glucose levels and influenced metabolic and tissue changes related to diabetes.
January 2026 in “Cutaneous and Ocular Toxicology” This study found that Yangxuebushen Decoction significantly promoted hair regrowth and improved hair follicle structure in a cyclophosphamide-induced alopecia mouse model by reducing inflammation, oxidative stress, and apoptosis.
January 2004 in “The Chinese Journal of Dermatovenereology” This study observed that treatment with Yishen Decoction decreased blood viscosity and was associated with a 61.6% clinical effectiveness rate in patients with androgenetic alopecia.
November 2025 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” In this study, XZYFD, a Traditional Chinese Medicine formulation, was found to improve androgenetic alopecia in a testosterone-induced mouse model by promoting hair regrowth, restoring follicular morphology, and modulating androgen metabolism, MAPK signaling, and lipid metabolism pathways, suggesting potential benefits for patients with metabolic dysfunction.
9 citations
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February 2021 in “Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine” This study reported that Longdan Xiegan decoction is more effective than conventional western medicine alone in treating eczema, but the evidence quality was generally low, highlighting the need for further studies.
5 citations
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April 2022 in “Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine” This study explored the mechanism of Shaoyao Gancao decoction in treating alopecia areata and found that it may be closely related to the PI3K/AKT signaling pathway.
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July 2022 in “Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” This study suggests that the anti-inflammation and anti-oxidation properties of Taohong Siwu decoction may be linked to its effects on androgenic alopecia through specific biological processes and pathways.
January 2026 in “Medicine” This study suggests that Hejie Shengfa Decoction may help treat alopecia areata by influencing immune and inflammatory pathways, regulating apoptosis, and enhancing the follicular microenvironment.
May 2025 in “Phytomedicine” Qu-shi-yu-fa Decoction may help treat hair loss by promoting hair growth and strengthening.
January 2025 in “Journal of Ethnopharmacology” This study found that external application of DGD activates the Wnt/β-catenin signaling pathway, promoting hair follicle anagen phase entry, and is a more effective and safer treatment for androgenetic alopecia in mice compared to oral administration.
In a study using an androgenetic alopecia mouse model, researchers found that Qu-shi-yu-fa Decoction significantly promoted hair regeneration by enhancing follicle transition and activating key pathways, with potential therapeutic targets such as FOXN1 and TGM3 identified.
December 2022 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” This study reported that Tianma Gouteng decoction improved hair follicle regeneration in mice and identified its potential mechanism, primarily involving the Wnt/β-catenin signaling pathway, through a combination of network pharmacology, molecular docking, and experimental validation.
November 2020 in “World Journal of Integrated traditional and western Medicine(WJIM)” This study reports on three cases where Shengyang Sanhuo Decoction, a traditional treatment, was used to address alopecia by supporting spleen and stomach health, as theorized to counteract causes like emotional stress and improper diet.
18 citations
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November 2020 in “Phytomedicine” 7 citations
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March 2025 in “Cytotechnology”
February 2024 in “ACS Omega” This study found that the topical Shen Bai hair growing decoction may improve androgenetic alopecia in mice by suppressing TNF-α and IL-6 levels, enhancing follicle density, and reducing apoptosis.
January 2021 in “Annals of translational medicine” This study found that the YH0618 decoction reduced chemotherapy-induced nail discoloration, alopecia, skin hyperpigmentation, and fatigue in cancer patients who completed chemotherapy.
4 citations
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January 2024 in “Scientific Reports” Pumpkin seeds may help expel parasites, but findings are retracted.
1 citations
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January 2024 in “Medicine” This study investigated the effects of Taohong Siwu Decoction on deep vein thrombosis, identifying 56 potential targets and highlighting beta-sitosterol, quercetin, and kaempferol as key active components that may regulate inflammation through the PI3K/Akt pathway, potentially slowing disease progression.
This ongoing study is evaluating whether Ayurvedic treatments, specifically Panchagavya Ghrita combined with Amalakyadi Kashaya, can improve the quality of life for cancer patients experiencing side effects from chemotherapy and radiotherapy, compared to standard care, using a variety of quality-of-life and symptom severity scales.
2 citations
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January 2020 in “Tropical Journal of Pharmaceutical Research” This review discusses the extensive variety of traditional Chinese medicine preparations used for treating hair loss, primarily consisting of botanical materials, but reports no new clinical results.
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March 2022 in “Journal of Ayurvedic and Herbal Medicine” This study documents the therapeutic uses of 15 plant species for various ailments in the Bondla area of Goa, drawing on knowledge from local healers and elderly residents.
10 citations
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March 2019 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” In this study, participants with psoriasis vulgaris and chronic urticaria chose Chinese herbal medicine due to beliefs about its safety and effectiveness in preventing relapse, although convenience and clinical evidence remain important considerations.
December 2024 in “Journal of Contemporary Medical Practice” This paper examines six famous traditional Chinese medicine prescriptions, exploring their use in treating alopecia based on Zhang Zhongjing's texts, and aims to provide new clinical treatment ideas for hair loss.
July 2016 in “Indiana Magazine of History (Indiana University)” A combination of dietary changes, lifestyle adjustments, acupuncture, and herbal treatment improved hair growth by 70%.
January 2008 in “Guangzhou Zhongyiyao Daxue xuebao” This study found that ginger-partitioned moxibustion combined with Shengfa Decoction was more effective for alopecia areata than Shengfa Decoction alone.
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March 2007 in “E-Journal of Chemistry” This study found that a herbal hair oil containing 7.5% concentrations of specific plant extracts showed effective hair growth activity comparable to 2% minoxidil, with particularly promising results from oils prepared using the cloth pouch decoction method.
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May 2024 in “Technology and Health Care” In this study, a group taking compound ginseng cicada decoction showed significantly lower relapse rates, severity, and itching related to atopic dermatitis over 3 months compared to a control group, and reported improved quality of life with no significant adverse events.
January 2026 in “International Journal of Biology Pharmacy and Allied Sciences” This study observed that Varnadi Kashayam, a traditional Ayurvedic decoction, demonstrated anti-inflammatory, pancreatic lipase inhibition, and anti-obesity effects in high-fat diet-induced obese rats, with research also establishing analytical specifications for its quality control and standardization.