7 citations
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July 2018 in “Biological & Pharmaceutical Bulletin” This study found that Phyllanthus urinaria extract displayed significant anti-alopecia properties in a mouse model, showing potential as an anti-5α-reductase agent for androgenic hair loss.
1 citations
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September 2025 in “International Journal of Drug Delivery Technology” This randomized controlled study reported that combining Ecklonia cava with Diane-35 significantly improved weight, waist circumference, hormonal balance, and inflammation markers in women with polycystic ovary syndrome over three months compared to Diane-35 alone.
8 citations
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October 2002 in “Journal Of Clinical Periodontology” This study suggests that levamisole and finasteride can significantly reduce DHT levels in human gingival fibroblasts, potentially addressing phenytoin-induced gingival overgrowth.
October 2025 in “Journal of Drug Delivery and Therapeutics” In this review, the researchers compared the traditional use of Senna Makki in Unani medicine for various ailments to modern pharmacological evidence, endorsing its role as a laxative but indicating further research is needed for its efficacy in other therapeutic areas.
38 citations
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March 2012 in “Zhongxiyi jiehe xuebao” This review discusses the pharmacognosy, phytochemistry, and medicinal uses of Cuscuta reflexa but reports no new experimental results.
34 citations
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July 2011 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” This study found that a combination of 5% hexane extract of Curcuma aeruginosa and 5% minoxidil slowed hair loss and increased hair growth in men with androgenetic alopecia.
May 2019 in “Journal of Acupuncture Research” This study found that pharmacopuncture and topical application of Sebalgukhwa-san extract improved hair growth, density, and thickness in an alopecia mouse model without affecting liver function.
2 citations
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January 2020 in “Journal of Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry” This article reviews the medicinal significance of the Eclipta alba plant in India and its therapeutic properties, but reports no new clinical results.
January 2013 in “Journal of Liaoning University of Traditional Chinese Medicine” This study found that oral administration of a ginkgo mixture increased hair growth and vascular endothelial growth factor content in C57BL/6 mice, suggesting a potential mechanism for hair growth promotion.
October 2015 in “药物不良反应杂志” This review describes drug-induced gynecomastia, which results from an imbalance between estrogen and androgen action, listing potential treatments but no new clinical results.
January 2025 in “Indian Journal of Unani Medicine” This case study observed that hijāmah bil shart (wet cupping) led to significant improvements in hair texture, reduced shedding, and overall scalp health in a 34-year-old male with androgenetic alopecia, with no adverse effects.
December 2023 in “Majalah Kedokteran Gigi Indonesia” In this study, cinnamaldehyde loaded onto gypsum-calcium carbonate scaffolds showed promise in promoting early-stage bone healing in rats but was less effective at later stages, with better results when combined with dehydrothermal treatment.
1 citations
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April 2021 in “Journal of the Korean Society of Cosmetology” This study observed that consuming 50g of cheonggukjang daily for 3 months improved eyebrow length, thickness, and reduced damage in middle-aged women compared to controls, although the number of eyebrows did not change.
May 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This review highlights the dual nature of Abrus precatorius as both a traditional medicine and a toxin, emphasizing its rich phytochemical profile and potential therapeutic applications, while noting the need for rigorous quality control and clinical trials to ensure safety and efficacy.
5 citations
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September 2019 in “Medical Sains Jurnal Ilmiah Kefarmasian” This research investigates the potential of green tea leaves and herb gotukola for promoting hair growth, but it reports no new experimental results.
This study observed that a combination of sinapic acid and glabridin from Zhimo herbal extract improved hair growth and reduced oxidative stress in a DHT-induced model of androgenetic alopecia in mice by preventing ferroptosis and stabilizing β-Catenin, offering potential application for AGA treatment.
17 citations
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March 2020 in “Frontiers in Chemistry” This study isolated new geranylated coumarins from Mammea siamensis flowers and found that several of these compounds inhibit testosterone 5α-reductase.
January 2024 in “Biochemistry Research International” This study found that compounds from Ziziphus spina-christi roots exhibited promising antibacterial and antioxidant activities, supporting its traditional medicinal use.
August 2023 in “Health Sciences and Pharmacy Journal” In this review, researchers identified 10 natural plants, including candlenut and clove, that have shown potential to inhibit alopecia progression and stimulate hair growth due to their diverse phytochemical and pharmacological properties in vitro and in vivo.
4 citations
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October 2024 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This study found that chitosan nanoparticle-encapsulated Cordyceps militaris significantly reduced inflammation and oxidative stress in particulate matter-exposed mice, suggesting potential use for managing lung inflammation.
37 citations
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January 2015 in “Journal of Clinical and Experimental Dentistry” This animal study found that both systemic and topical forms of Zizyphus jujuba extract were associated with reduced severity of oral mucositis in golden hamsters treated with 5-fluorouracil.
April 2025 in “International Journal of Ayurveda and Pharma Research” This case study described the use of Ayurvedic treatments, including internal medications and external applications, which resulted in black hair growth, increased hair density, and reduced hair fall in a 28-year-old woman with premature graying.
May 2019 in “Eurasian Journal of Biosciences” In this study, researchers observed that fenugreek aqueous extract was more effective than its alcohol extract in inhibiting the growth of bacteria associated with acne, particularly gram-positive bacteria like Staphylococcus epidermidis and Staphylococcus aureus.
1 citations
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October 2023 in “Pharmaceuticals” In this study, researchers investigated GAGs from the marine invertebrate Microcosmus exasperatus, finding that its polysaccharides possess antitumoral properties without affecting anticoagulant activity. The unique composition shows potential for cancer treatment when combined with existing therapies in future studies.
1 citations
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October 2022 in “Journal of food and nutrition research” This review investigates the potential benefits of cinnamon supplementation alongside lifestyle changes for managing obesity and polycystic ovary syndrome, but it reports no new clinical results.
This study suggests that 9-Octadecenoic acid (Z)-, 2,3-dihydroxypropyl ester from African Yam bean seeds may inhibit the human 5α-reductase II enzyme, potentially helping manage BPH, although further studies are needed.
May 2023 in “Journal of Ethnopharmacology” In this study, Allium macrostemon Bunge extract was found to promote hair regrowth in a testosterone-induced androgenetic alopecia mouse model by activating Wnt/β-catenin signaling and boosting hair dermal papilla cell proliferation and growth factor expression.
18 citations
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August 2012 in “Chinese journal of integrative medicine/Chinese Journal of Integrative Medicine” This study reported that total glucosides of paeony capsules were as effective and safe as compound glycyrrhizin tablets for treating mild to moderate alopecia areata.
January 2010 in “World Journal of Integrated Traditional and Western Medicine” This study found that after 12 months, the combination of shengfa tincture and dangui kushen pills was more effective and had fewer adverse effects for treating androgenetic alopecia compared to shengfa tincture alone.
January 2022 in “Food Science and Technology” This study suggests that a mixture of Chrysanthemum zawadskii, peppermint, and Glycyrrhiza glabra promotes hair growth and reduces hair loss markers in testosterone-treated cells and mice.