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September 2017 in “International research journal of pharmacy” This study found that in vitro, the methanolic extract of Musa Acuminata bract was effective against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria, suggesting potential use for treating bacterial infections.
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July 2017 in “International Journal of Advanced Research” This study evaluated the phytochemical properties and in-vitro anti-fungal activity of Tridax procumbens but reports no new clinical results.
August 2026 in “Genetics and Molecular Research” This study found that hydroalcoholic extracts of Trigonella foenum-graecum L. seeds were rich in bioactive phytochemicals and demonstrated potential therapeutic properties against dandruff, alopecia, and oxidative stress through molecular docking analysis of key constituents such as diosgenin, kaempferol, and quercetin.
January 2019 in “Journal of Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry” This study identified 14 different phytoconstituents in the methanolic fruit extract of Citrullus colocynthis, suggesting its potential pharmacological importance.
September 2016 in “International Journal of Herbal Medicine” This study undertook powder microscopy and preliminary phytochemical analysis of Buxus wallichiana's stem bark and leaves, identifying steroids, alkaloids, saponins, and glycosides without reporting clinical outcomes.
In this study, the ethanol extract of Tridax procumbens leaves exhibited antimicrobial activity against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria, with specific active compounds identified through GC-MS analysis that may contribute to its therapeutic potential.
December 2021 in “Asia-Pacific journal of pharmacotherapy & toxicology” This study reports that the ethyl acetate extract of Musa × paradisiaca L. leaves demonstrated in vitro anticancer and antioxidant activity, with concentration-dependent inhibition of HeLa and A375 cancer cell lines.
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June 2022 in “GSC Biological and Pharmaceutical Sciences” This study reported that methanolic extracts of Capparis decidua fruits showed significant in vitro thrombolytic activity, suggesting their potential as a dietary health supplement for preventing thrombotic cardiovascular diseases.
March 2026 in “International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR)” This research focused on Eclipta prostrata, revealing unique anatomical features and bioactive compounds such as alkaloids and flavonoids that can aid in reliable identification and quality control of this medicinal herb, commonly used for hair growth and liver health.
June 2022 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study found that methanolic extracts from Capparis decidua fruits showed significant in vitro clot lysis activity, indicating potential as a safer anti-thrombotic alternative, but more research is needed to confirm its effectiveness in vivo.
April 2020 in “The FASEB journal” In in-vitro experiments, this study found that poncirin showed higher inhibitory activity against JAK3 than tofacitinib, suggesting potential for alopecia areata treatment.
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July 2020 in “International Journal of Ayurvedic Medicine” This study identified 26 bioactive compounds in the ethanol extract of Indigofera tinctoria leaves, which are linked to various therapeutic activities, supporting its traditional medicinal use in treating numerous health conditions.
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January 2023 in “International Journal of Dermatology Research” This study reported that C. procera leaf extracts showed antifungal activity against several dermatophytes, with ethanol extracts demonstrating slightly greater efficacy than aqueous extracts.
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January 2018 in “International Journal of ChemTech Research” This study used phytochemical screening and FTIR spectroscopy with PCA to reveal slight chemical differences between two varieties of Eclipta alba, providing a method for their effective discrimination.
In this study, aqueous and aqueous-alcoholic extracts of Ajuga reptans showed promising hepatoprotective and wound-healing properties, with significant effects observed in experimental models, suggesting potential for development into official medicinal products pending further research.
April 2026 in “International Journal of Drug Delivery Technology” In this study, phytochemical analysis and molecular docking suggested that bioactive compounds in several Ayurvedic herbs may interact persistently with hair growth and antifungal protein targets, indicating potential as plant-based treatments for dandruff and hair loss.
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December 2021 in “Natural Product Research” In this study, in silico screening and molecular simulations identified β-sitosterol and brassicasterol as stable potential inhibitors of 5α-reductase1, suggesting they could be explored for androgenic alopecia treatment.
April 2011 in “Journal of Medicinal Plants Research” This study found that Ocimum basilicum L. showed the highest 5α-reductase inhibitory activity among ten Thai plants, despite no correlation between enzyme inhibition and total phenolic content.
November 2025 in “Quantum Wellness : Jurnal Ilmu Kesehatan” This study analyzed the ethanol extract of pacing tawar leaves and found it contains alkaloids, saponins, tannins, and steroids but not flavonoids, suggesting potential for use in natural medicinal products.
July 2025 in “Future Journal of Pharmaceuticals and Health Sciences” This study developed a polyherbal chocolate formulation aimed at managing PCOS and hormonal balance, finding that formulation F2 showed excellent organoleptic properties and stability, with future in vivo studies being suggested.
December 2024 in “Proceeding International Collaborative Conference on Multidisciplinary Science” In this study, researchers developed a shampoo using ambon banana peel and green tea leaves, reporting that it showed positive characteristics and was safe for addressing hair loss, with optimal viscosity levels achieved in certain formulations.
June 2023 in “Journal of Natural Remedies” This study found that the methanolic extract of Hibiscus rosa sinensis exhibits promising 5α-reductase inhibitory activity, suggesting its potential use in the treatment of androgenic conditions like male pattern hair loss and benign prostatic hyperplasia.
June 2022 in “International Journal of Advanced Research in Science, Communication and Technology” This study evaluated a polyherbal hair oil formulation that included hibiscus flower and other plant extracts, suggesting it may increase hair growth, reduce hair loss, and provide dandruff protection.
December 2021 in “Asian journal of pharmaceutical and clinical research” In this study, researchers formulated a polyherbal hair oil using ingredients like coconut and castor oils, and reported that it boosts hair growth, reduces hair fall and dandruff, and adds shine, with minimal adverse effects compared to market formulations.
June 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” In this study, researchers developed and tested an herbal antidandruff shampoo using plant extracts like neem, fenugreek seed, aloe vera, and clove, demonstrating antibacterial and antifungal activity against common scalp microbes and offering a potential natural alternative for dandruff treatment.
June 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” In this study, researchers formulated an herbal antidandruff shampoo using plant extracts like neem, fenugreek seed, aloe vera, and clove, demonstrating its antifungal activity against Malassezia furfur and potential as a natural alternative for addressing dandruff.
September 2024 in “International Journal For Multidisciplinary Research” This study highlights the significant pharmacological potential of Tridax procumbens, a plant with various therapeutic properties such as liver protection, immune modulation, and wound healing, though it notes that more research is needed to identify its active compounds and mechanisms for drug discovery.
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August 2022 in “Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine” This study found that methanolic extract of Eclipta alba leaves exhibited strong antibacterial effects against certain pathogens including methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus, but it showed no activity against Mycobacterium tuberculosis, including drug-resistant strains.
November 2015 in “Indian drugs” This study found that the aerial roots of Ficus benghalensis Linn contain flavonoids, phenolics, and saponins, with an ethyl acetate extract being particularly rich in flavonoids.
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October 2022 in “Electrochem” This review explores the applications of phytonutrient-based biosensors in micro-electrochemical systems and reports no new experimental findings, emphasizing the potential and challenges of this innovative approach.