December 2023 in “Natural product research” This study found that compound 4 from Urtica triangularis subsp. pinnatifida exhibited stronger anti-BPH activity against BPH-1 cells with an IC50 of 79.75 μM compared to finasteride's IC50 of 91.8 μM, while compounds 1, 2, and 5 showed moderate activity.
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February 1989 in “Fertility and sterility” In this study, cimetidine at a daily dose of 1.5 gm for 3 months did not significantly affect hair growth in women with moderate to severe hirsutism.
January 2015 in “Proceedings of the Oklahoma Academy of Science” In this study, researchers observed that including raw cotton seeds in the diet of rats led to hair loss, suggesting gossypol in the seeds may be responsible.
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January 2022 in “Journal of Ayurveda Case Reports” This case report describes a 29-year-old woman with PCOS who experienced improvements in menstrual cycle regularity and ovarian size after Ayurvedic treatment, including Matra basti therapy.
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October 2024 in “Pharmaceutics” This study found that reducing the particle size of Tetrastigma hemsleyanum powders improved both dissolution rates and antioxidant activity, suggesting potential benefits for enhancing hepatoprotective effects.
June 2022 in “Research journal of topical and cosmetic sciences” This study found that taking 500mg of Trichovitals® daily for 12 weeks was linked to significant improvements in hair thickness, reduced hair loss, and enhanced hair growth in young adults.
January 2019 in “International Journal of Herbal Medicine” This study concluded that a hair emulgel formulation combining extracts from four medicinal plants demonstrated desirable characteristics of spreadability, viscosity, pH, and safety, making it effective, harmless, and economical for potential hair care use.
January 2008 in “Chinese Archives of Traditional Chinese Medicine” This study concluded that Quzhi Fangtuo Pill significantly improved outcomes in early androgenetic alopecia compared to Chuzhi Shengfa Pill, with an effective rate of 60.42% versus 22.22%.
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August 2007 in “Bioorganic & Medicinal Chemistry Letters” This study found that among the tested analogs, compound 4e was the most effective in inhibiting wax esters in vivo in the Golden Syrian hamster ear model.
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December 2022 in “Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine” This study found that phenolic compounds from Quercus acutissima, particularly casuarinin, showed strong antioxidative, anti-inflammatory, and antiacne effects in mouse macrophage cells, suggesting potential therapeutic candidates for acne.
July 2019 in “International journal of Unani and integrative medicine” This paper reviews classical Unani texts and scientific research on Cuscuta reflexa, covering its traditional uses and pharmacological properties, but presents no new clinical results.
November 2024 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Ursolic and shikimic acid together boost hair growth better than alone.
This study found that 6-Gingerol significantly suppressed hair growth in mice by interfering with the hair cycle and altering growth factor concentrations.
July 2018 in “International journal of research - granthaalayah” In this clinical trial, the authors observed that Dravanti beeja lepa may be safe and effective for promoting hair regrowth in patients with Indralupta (Alopecia Areata).
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.
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January 2017 in “Evidence-based complementary and alternative medicine” This study found that Galla chinensis solution significantly improved skin lesions and fungal eradication in dermatophytosis-infected dogs, showing over 85% efficacy in fungal removal after 14 days and outperforming the positive control treatment.
This study found that administering gingerol improved survival and reduced organ damage in mouse models of chronic graft-versus-host disease by modulating T cell differentiation and inflammatory cytokines, suggesting a novel therapeutic approach for steroid-refractory cases.
January 2024 in “International journal of pharmaceutical sciences review and research” This review paper critically evaluates the pharmacological and toxicological effects of Ziziphus mauritiana, a plant with traditional medicinal use, highlighting its anxiolytic, antioxidant, antimicrobial, anti-cancer, anti-diabetic, and anti-ulcer properties attributed to its rich phytochemical composition.
December 2021 in “Daehanhanuihakoeji” This study suggests that combining finasteride with traditional herbal formulas Yongdamsagan-tang or Paljung-san may not interfere with drug metabolism while potentially enhancing anti-inflammatory effects for treating benign prostatic hyperplasia.
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June 2023 in “Research in Pharmaceutical Sciences” Bhamrung-Lohit may help with inflammation and oxidation.
January 2011 in “The Chinese Journal of Dermatovenereology” This study found that curcuma anti-acne gel reduced comedo formation and improved skin characteristics in a rabbit ear acne model, showing potential for treating acne.
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January 2009 in “OpenSIUC (Southern Illinois University Carbondale)” This study found that extracts from Calotropis gigantea and Tridax procumbens individually demonstrated greater anti-inflammatory activity than Ibuprofen in a carrageenin-induced paw edema model.
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June 2010 in “Journal of acupuncture and meridian studies” This study found that emodin from Polygonum multiflorum showed 5alpha-reductase inhibitory activity, which was more potent than alizarin but less potent than riboflavin.
January 2026 in “Lumbung Farmasi Jurnal Ilmu Kefarmasian” This study found that a topical emulsion containing purified extracts of sidr leaves and roasted candlenut seeds significantly increased hair growth compared to the base and 2% minoxidil, potentially through their antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
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April 2016 in “Pharmaciana” This study found that a combination of 5% green tea leaf extract and 2.5% gotukola extract stimulated hair growth effectively, achieving a growth rate of 2.689 cm in 28 days.
January 2003 in “Linchuang pifuke zazhi” In this study, Zingiber coralliaum oil induced premature hair growth in mouse skin during tests, suggesting its potential for managing hair growth disorders.
September 2016 in “Medical Sains/Medical sains” In this study, applying water extracts of liquorice at a concentration of 2.5% to male rabbits led to the best rate of hair growth at 2.19 cm over 35 days, while a 5% concentration resulted in the greatest hair weight at 0.12 grams.
January 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This research highlights that Amalaki demonstrates cardiometabolic and hepatic benefits in human trials, while narrative synthesis of preclinical studies suggests promise in hair, skin, ocular, cognitive, and respiratory health.
December 2025 in “Universities Journal of Phytochemistry and Ayurvedic Heights” This study highlights a comprehensive approach for authenticating and assessing the quality of herbal medicines using a combination of physiological, morphological, and molecular techniques, including HPTLC, ICP-MS, UV spectroscopy, and DNA barcoding, to ensure the standardization of herbal medicinal products, particularly Eclipta alba.
November 2023 in “Research Journal of Pharmaceutical Dosage Forms and Technology” This study observed that a herbal oil made from plant extracts including Embica officinalis and Bacopa monnieri significantly promoted hair growth, with different preparation methods yielding effective results.