3 citations
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April 2021 in “GSC Biological and Pharmaceutical Sciences” This review discusses the traditional uses and reported bioactivities of Elephantopus scaber, but provides no new experimental results; the authors call for more research on its anticancer potential.
April 2021 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This article reviews the traditional uses and reported bioactivities of Elephantopus scaber but provides no new clinical results, highlighting the need for further investigation into its anti-cancer potential.
2 citations
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June 2013 in “Herba Polonica” This study found that a methanolic extract of Elephantopus scaber leaves significantly promoted hair growth in rats, suggesting it may have beneficial effects for hair treatment.
April 2025 in “Journal of Pharmacy and Pharmacology” This study reviewed how certain phytochemicals can stimulate hair follicles, promote keratinocyte proliferation, and engage specific signaling pathways like Wnt/β-catenin and AKT, suggesting these natural compounds may offer safer alternatives for promoting hair growth. However, challenges in bioavailability and formulation standardization remain to be addressed.
28 citations
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March 2017 in “African Journal of Traditional Complementary and Alternative Medicines” This study found that linseed oil, rich in flavonoids and terpenoids, significantly improved burn wound healing in terms of faster contraction, reduced inflammation, and enhanced tissue regeneration compared to other treatments, without adverse effects.
25 citations
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July 2017 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” This review summarizes preclinical and clinical information on herbal products for hair loss treatment, highlighting their mechanisms, follicular penetration, and potential side effects, suggesting they may offer alternatives to synthetic drugs with fewer side effects.
1 citations
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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.
June 2022 in “International journal of drug delivery technology” This study investigated the hair growth-promoting effect of topical nebivolol cream in mice, but the abstract does not provide specific results or conclusions.
March 2022 in “Journal of Survey in Fisheries Sciences” This review discusses the diverse phytochemical constituents and medicinal applications of Asteraceae family plants, noting their significance in traditional and modern medicine, but provides no new clinical results.
This study found that anise ethanol extract at 10% and 20% doses positively influenced hair growth in mice, showing effects similar to Minoxidil.
20 citations
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September 2019 in “South African Journal of Botany” This study found that Teucrium polium L. subsp. geyrii Maire extract demonstrated a large safety margin in acute and subacute toxicity tests on mice and significantly enhanced wound healing in rats, especially with callus extract, by improving cell proliferation and wound contraction.
2 citations
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December 2023 in “Current Pharmaceutical Biotechnology” This review discusses the potential of novel delivery systems to improve the bioavailability and therapeutic effects of herbal bioactives in colorectal cancer treatment.
September 2024 in “Sasambo Journal of Pharmacy” This study formulated and tested a pomegranate leaf shampoo with antifungal properties, identifying an optimal composition of 5.5% SLS and 15.5% cocamide DEA, showing good foam stability, appropriate pH, and viscosity in lab tests.
September 2025 in “Media Kedokteran Hewan” This study found that 90% of African pygmy hedgehogs at Golden Dhonje Farm in Bogor District were affected by potential zoonotic fungi, including Scopulariopsis sp. and Penicillium sp.
January 2024 in “Indian Journal of Animal Research” In this study, Nerium oleander extract demonstrated high effectiveness in killing Sarcoptes scabiei var. cuniculi mites in vitro, achieving up to 100% mortality in 8 hours, suggesting potential as a therapeutic method for scabies in rabbits.
January 2025 in “International Journal of Veterinary Sciences and Animal Husbandry” This case study in a veterinary setting reported the successful recovery of a camel diagnosed with Sarcoptes scabiei infection, following treatment with ivermectin and multivitamins over a five-week period.
2 citations
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January 2023 in “Brazilian Journal of Development” This report describes a Sapajus nigritus investigated for multiparasitism after rescue from illegal home possession, highlighting public health and biodiversity conservation concerns related to human-primate proximity.
January 2022 in “JPK Jurnal Proteksi Kesehatan” This study found that the ethanol extract of mangkokan leaf (Polyscias scutellarium) demonstrated antibacterial activity against Escherichia coli and Staphylococcus aureus, with higher concentrations showing greater inhibition zones, particularly against Staphylococcus aureus.
February 2025 in “The Indian Journal of Animal Sciences” This study investigated a severe outbreak of mange in a goat herd in North Goa and found that treatment with Ivermectin and other supplements led to complete recovery, highlighting the need for preventive measures in hot, humid regions.
August 2020 in “Egyptian Veterinary Medical Society of Parasitology Journal (EVMSPJ)” In this study, 10.5% of sheep examined in Ismailia, Egypt, were infested with Sarcoptes scabiei, showing specific molecular and skin alterations.
January 2005 in “Nihon Yasei Doubutsu Igakkaishi/Japanese journal of zoo and wildlife medicine” This study observed that Aloe vera gel applied topically to mange-affected camels led to the rapid disappearance of skin lesions and mites.
9 citations
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December 2022 in “Antibiotics” This study found that coconut seed extract may effectively treat scabies in rabbits by improving infection signs and causing high mite mortality, suggesting its potential as a cost-effective herbal alternative.
April 2025 in “International Journal of Health Sciences” This study reports that Polyscias scutellaria exhibits diverse pharmacological activities, including antibacterial, antifungal, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antidiabetic properties, suggesting potential therapeutic uses in various health applications.
31 citations
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April 2018 in “Royal Society open science” This study found that mange-infected bare-nosed wombats have increased heat loss, higher metabolic rates, altered behavior, and disrupted fatty acid composition compared to healthy individuals.
December 2014 in “Bangladesh Journal of Veterinary Medicine” In this study, mixed lice infestations and their associated skin changes were observed in the Egyptian lesser blind mole rat, marking the first report of such findings in this species.
17 citations
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May 1969 in “American Journal of Physical Anthropology” This study describes unique anatomical characteristics of the skin and hair structures in the silver marmoset, including features such as thin epidermis, specialized nerve end-organs, and distinctive gland compositions.
March 2024 in “Jurnal Ilmu Kesehatan Hewan” In this case report, treatment involving anthelmintic pyrantel pamoate and antiparasitic sarolaner effectively reduced pruritus and physical symptoms of scabiosis and ancylostomyosis in a puppy, with notable improvements observed by day 14.
March 2025 in “Formosa Journal of Sustainable Research” In this study involving male mice, Mangkokan leaf extract (Polyscias scutellaria) at a 7% concentration was found to heal incision wounds faster compared to 3% and 5% concentrations.
September 1973 in “Primates”
July 2023 in “Turkish journal of veterinary research” This study investigated the hair structure of wild pigs in the Balıkesir region using stereomicroscopy and scanning electron microscopy, finding distinct bifurcation patterns, but concluded that pig bristles used in brushes likely wouldn't retain these features, complicating species identification.