January 2023 in “International Journal of Research in Medical Sciences & Technology” This article discusses the similarities between symptoms of systemic lupus erythematosus and the Ayurvedic condition pittaadhkiya vatarakta, and reports no new clinical results; the authors propose treating SLE with specific Panchkarma procedures.
April 2016 in “Pharmaciana” This study found that a combination of liquorice and aloe vera extracts, particularly combination 1, resulted in the most optimal hair growth in rabbits over a 28-day period.
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January 2014 in “Chinese medicine” This study found that the polyherbal cough syrup Linkus reduced cough reflexes without causing observed toxicity in rats, suggesting it may be an effective and safe option.
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January 2017 in “Plant” This study found that in vitro extracts of Glycyrrhiza glabra root are strong antioxidants, particularly in ethanolic form, and contain secondary metabolites, but only showed mild antibacterial activity.
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January 2011 in “Korean Journal of Pharmacognosy” This study found that Cornus officinalis fermented with Lactobacillus rhamnosus enhanced hair regrowth in mice, outperforming a minoxidil control.
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October 2017 in “Bioorganic & Medicinal Chemistry” This study found that compound 3, a tetrahydropyridoindole carboxymethylated at position 5, significantly inhibited sorbitol accumulation in both rat eye lenses and tissues affected by diabetes, indicating its potential as a lead compound for ALR2 inhibition.
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September 2020 in “International Journal of Applied Pharmaceutics” This study found that hair tonics containing clove ethanol extract increased hair growth in rabbits, with a dose-dependent effect observed at varying concentrations of the extract.
January 2013 in “Dépôt Institutionnel de lUniversité de Tlemcen” This study observed that extracts from Ficus carica may temporarily increase blood glucose levels before returning to normal in diabetic rats, while Citrullus colocynthis extracts demonstrated an antihyperglycemic effect but had potential toxicity at higher doses.
May 2021 in “Indian journal of forensic medicine and toxicology” This study found that excessive consumption of cloves in mice caused toxic changes in the liver, including structural damage and cell death, but concluded these effects are not considered dangerous.
June 2022 in “Pham Ngoc Thach Journal of Medicine and Pharmacy” This study identified key natural compounds such as polyphenols and flavonoids in tongue fern and established optimal extraction conditions using methanol.
December 2025 in “Jurnal Farmasi Tinctura” This study found that a hair tonic containing 15% ethanol extract of cocoa leaves effectively stimulated hair growth in rabbits, outperforming minoxidil 2%, and was safe with no skin irritation observed.
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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.
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March 2024 in “PubMed” This case report observed that resection of a lesion using a carbon-dioxide laser in a Labrador retriever with lingual hair heterotopia led to positive outcomes, although hair partially regrew.
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June 2005 in “Aaps Pharmscitech” This review discusses the potential of lecithin organogels for improving topical drug delivery and presents no new experimental results; the authors highlight their stability and low skin irritancy as advantages.
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January 2013 in “Case reports in emergency medicine” This case study reports that Citrullus colocynthis can cause severe gastrointestinal symptoms, including rectorrhagia and mucosal erosion, highlighting the need for awareness of its potential side effects.
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January 2020 in “Indo global journal of pharmaceutical sciences” This article reviews the traditional uses of Citrullus colocynthis for various conditions like cancer and jaundice but reports no new clinical results, underscoring its role in folk medicine.
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May 2017 in “Universal journal of pharmaceutical research” This review discusses the chemical constituents and pharmacological activities of Glycyrrhiza glabra Linn, highlighting its potential antibacterial, antioxidant, antimalarial, and anti-inflammatory properties without presenting new experimental results.
January 2013 in “Anti-infection Pharmacy” This review discusses the pharmacological and dermatological uses of Ligustri Lucidi Fructus and its components, such as anti-inflammation, anti-allergy, anti-dermatotumor effects, and hair growth promotion, but reports no new clinical results.
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January 1980 in “Planta Medica” This study found that alcoholic extracts of Cinchona succirubra, Dictamnus dasycarpus, Brassica juncea, and Sophora flavescens promoted hair growth in 5-week-old mice.
December 2022 in “Indian Journal of Animal Research” This study found that both fluoxetine and clomipramine are effective in treating psychogenic triggers of acral lick dermatitis in dogs, with fluoxetine leading to quicker recovery and lower recurrence rates, while clomipramine showed better overall recovery rates but was associated with fewer side effects.
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February 2019 in “Industrial Crops and Products” Zizyphus lotus leaves and fruits have strong antidiabetic effects and potential skin benefits.
January 2016 in “Frontiers in Neurology” This study reported that a clinical nutrition program improved sensory loss and maintained symptom improvements in a 60-year-old man with anti-MAG neuropathy over the course of one year.
This article explores whether Melampus, a mythological healer, may have intentionally caused the madness of Proetus' daughters through the use of herbs, despite being credited with their cure.
January 2022 in “Pharmaceutical Sciences Asia” This study found that alcoholic extracts from Clitoria ternatea flowers increased the proliferation of human dermal papilla cells and stimulated initial hair growth in mice, with effects similar to minoxidil.
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April 2023 in “Pharmaceuticals” In this review, Ziziphus lotus was reported to have multiple traditional uses and demonstrated various pharmacological properties in lab and animal studies, with over 181 identified bioactive compounds; however, clinical trials are needed to confirm its efficacy as a medicinal agent.
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October 2024 in “Tropical Journal of Pharmaceutical and Life Sciences” This review explores Dracaena trifasciata, known as mother-in-law's tongue, detailing its botanical properties, traditional medicinal uses, and the pharmacological and phytochemical characteristics observed in various studies.
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May 2023 in “Molecules” This study identified seven potential enzyme inhibitors from a Polygonum cuspidatum extract using ultrafiltration combined with high-performance liquid chromatography. These compounds showed inhibitory activity against tyrosinase, α-glucosidase, and xanthine oxidase, with most discovered in this extract for the first time.
January 2022 in “JURNAL BIOSAINS” This study found that a hair tonic made with 10% cassava leaf extract in combination with rose water juice improved hair length growth in rabbits compared to a commercial product.
This paper provides a comprehensive list of drugs including Ethamolin, Placidyl, Trecator-SC, Zarontin, Peganone, Didronel, and Lodine, detailing their indications, potential interactions, and reported adverse skin reactions, but it presents no new research findings.
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February 2021 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” This study identified key natural medicinal materials used in traditional Chinese medicine across Taiwan for inducing lactation, highlighting Angelica sinensis as a primary core component in galactogenous prescriptions.