2 citations
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January 2023 in “Uro” This study found that both a proprietary ultrahigh-pressure extract and a hexanic extract of saw palmetto showed comparable inhibition of 5α-reductase, suggesting similar potential for managing symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia.
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September 2025 in “Archivio Italiano di Urologia e Andrologia” In this study, the combination of Serenoa repens extract with Phenolmicin P3 and Bosexil suppositories significantly improved lower urinary tract symptoms and decreased PSA levels in patients with benign prostatic obstruction-related symptoms.
December 2023 in “Research in pharmacy” This review underscores the importance of phytotherapeutic compounds and adjuncts in managing polycystic ovarian syndrome but does not present new clinical evidence.
January 2020 in “Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences” This review discusses rodent models of human hair loss and highlights the potential of traditional medicinal plants as hair growth promoters, but reports no new clinical results.
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January 2019 in “Food science & nutrition” This review summarizes various effects of bergamot components on multiple health conditions in humans and animals but reports limitations in their use for stress and anxiety relief in aromatherapy.
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January 2000 This chapter discusses various substances and therapies for dermatological applications, including heliotherapy, UVB, khellin, and others, but reports no new research findings.
August 2023 in “Vittalle” This integrative literature review investigated clinical trials on using medicinal plants, herbal products, and dietary supplements for treating alopecia, noting a need for further studies due to limited chemical-pharmaceutical analyses of the plant species involved, which include Allium sativum and Rosmarinus officinalis.
January 2015 in “Farmatsevtychnyĭ zhurnal” This research discusses the development of a complex tincture for telogen effluvium using nettle, sage, and chestnut leaves, but provides no new clinical results.
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October 2003 in “PTR. Phytotherapy research/Phytotherapy research” This review discusses the use of natural products in cosmetic preparations for skin and hair care, but reports no new research results.
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January 2012 in “IOSR Journal of Environmental Science Toxicology and Food Technology” This study found that high doses of ethyl acetate extract from Tridax procumbens can have specific toxic effects in rats, including organ damage and significant changes in some serum biochemical parameters.
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February 2002 in “Archives of Dermatology” This review discusses herbal therapies for dermatologic disorders, focusing on those with scientific evidence of efficacy and common interactions, but reports no new clinical results.
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March 2011 in “Oxidative stress and disease” This review explores herbal medications for skin disorders, covering their clinical efficacy, safety, and common drug interactions, but reports no new clinical results.
May 2026 in “Medical and Veterinary Entomology” This study found that the combination of L. sericata secretions and A. sintenisii extract significantly enhanced wound healing compared to each agent alone or Furacin®, suggesting a synergistic effect.
March 2026 in “International Ayurvedic Medical Journal” This study reported that Gunja (Abrus precatorius Linn.) demonstrates various pharmacological activities, including antifertility, hair growth promotion, immunomodulatory effects, and anticancer properties, supported by its phytochemical composition and analytical advancements, suggesting its potential in Ayurvedic therapeutic applications and future drug development.
19 citations
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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.
March 2026 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutics and Drug Analysis” This study formulated an herbal anti-dandruff shampoo using jackfruit seed extract and evaluated its effectiveness against Malassezia furfur, finding that the fourth formulation exhibited both strong antifungal activity and stability, suggesting a natural alternative to synthetic hair care products.
21 citations
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January 2010 in “JOURNAL OF HEALTH SCIENCE” This study found that abietic acid from pine resin more effectively inhibits testosterone 5α-reductase than several plant extracts, suggesting potential for treating androgen-dependent diseases.
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.
December 2024 in “Journal of Cancer Therapy and Research” In this study, researchers investigated the effects of Aqueous Artocarpus heterophyllus seed extract on testosterone enanthate-induced benign prostatic hyperplasia in adult Wistar rats, using three different dosages to assess its potential as an alternative therapy. Results are not reported in this abstract.
Bee pollen, green tea, essential oils, and various plant extracts improve skin and hair health.
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June 2025 in “Molecules” This review highlights that extracts from *Hamamelis virginiana* (witch hazel) exhibit antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and wound-healing properties in various studies, showing promise for future therapeutic use in dermatology and cosmetology, particularly for skin treatments.
February 2026 in “Inflammopharmacology” This study found that a 25% Pistacia atlantica leaf extract ointment significantly enhanced wound healing in rats, performing comparably to phenytoin in terms of epithelialization, angiogenesis, and collagen deposition, with reduced inflammation, suggesting it may be a safe and effective alternative for wound management.
2 citations
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December 2003 This article discusses Serenoa repens (Saw palmetto) for preventing and treating androgenic alopecia, highlighting its phytosterols' role and lack of side effects but reports no new clinical results.
20 citations
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July 2015 in “Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft” This review summarizes the anticarcinogenic, anti-inflammatory, and other health effects of green tea, noting its historical and ongoing use in dermatological and cosmeceutical applications, but reports no new clinical results.
35 citations
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May 2020 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” This review provides a comprehensive overview of the mechanisms, efficacy, and adverse reactions of drugs commonly used for treating benign prostatic hyperplasia but reports no new clinical results.
17 citations
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April 2015 in “Tropical Journal of Pharmaceutical Research” This review highlights the traditional use and potential therapeutic activities of Asiasari Radix in drug discovery, but it reports no new clinical results.
October 2023 in “International journal of biology, pharmacy and allied sciences” This study reviews previous research on Lawsonia inermis Linn., commonly known as henna, to evaluate its potential for enhancing wound healing, given concerns about the adverse effects and resistance associated with synthetic antibiotics and antimicrobials.
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.
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October 2021 in “International journal of pharmaceutics and drug analysis” This study found that a herbal shampoo containing Aloe Vera and essential oils performed better in tests for smoothness, shine, and conditioning compared to a marketed shampoo.
70 citations
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May 2023 in “Molecules” This source reviews recent research on Ginkgo biloba, highlighting its medicinal benefits due to compounds in the leaves and concerns over toxic alkylphenols in seeds. It also discusses patents for its food production uses and ongoing studies on toxicity and drug interactions.