36 citations
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January 2014 in “The Journal of Sexual Medicine” This study found that transdermal testosterone significantly increased the frequency of satisfactory sexual events in women experiencing SSRI/SNRI-related loss of libido, but did not improve overall sexual self-rating scores.
October 2024 in “International Journal For Multidisciplinary Research” This review highlights that Wedelolactone, a compound in Eclipta prostrata, appears to be a potent antioxidant and selective modulator of proteins linked to chronic diseases, suggesting further research into its pharmacological effects is warranted according to the examined data.
6 citations
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September 2022 in “Frontiers in pharmacology” In this study, Epimedii Folium extract was found to enhance melanin production and promote pigmentation through mechanisms involving the MAPK/ERK1/2 pathway in both in vitro and in vivo models.
2 citations
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August 2024 in “International Journal of Applied Pharmaceutics” This study found that a hair tonic containing 40% broccoli stalks extract was more effective in promoting hair growth in male white rats compared to lower concentrations, while also maintaining stable physical characteristics and safety during testing.
July 2014 in “Americanae (AECID Library)” This study found that extracts from Tridax procumbens and Ouratea spectabilis reduced seed germination and inhibited root and hypocotyl growth in lettuce, indicating potential allelopathic effects.
54 citations
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January 2013 in “BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine” In this study, topical application of Thuja orientalis extract promoted hair growth by inducing the anagen phase and increasing hair follicle size and number in telogenic mice.
25 citations
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March 2000 in “Journal of Endocrinological Investigation” Testosterone therapy aims to treat hormone deficiencies and various conditions safely and effectively, but requires careful patient monitoring due to potential side effects.
9 citations
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January 2015 in “Laboratory Animal Research” This study found that oral administration of Laminaria japonica and Cistanche tubulosa extracts may improve hair regrowth in mice, comparable to the effects of 3% Minoxidil, potentially due to their anti-inflammatory properties.
58 citations
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June 2012 in “Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine” This review analyzes the traditional Iranian medicine uses of Citrullus colocynthis and compares them with modern phytotherapy findings, reporting no new clinical results but noting safety concerns and dosage considerations.
1 citations
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June 2016 in “Yāftah/hā-yi nuvīn dar ̒ulūm-i zīstī” This study found that sheep testis extract significantly improved wound healing and hair follicle growth in rats, suggesting it may be a promising candidate for clinical wound healing research.
2 citations
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March 2025 in “Lynchburg Journal of Medical Science” This literature review highlights varying recommendations for testosterone use in peri- and postmenopausal women, noting its accepted role in treating hypoactive sexual desire disorder but stressing controversy and lack of FDA-approved options for broader use.
1 citations
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August 2024 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” In this study, bicalutamide showed promise in managing female pattern hair loss and reducing minoxidil-induced hypertrichosis, though further research is necessary to refine its use and establish its role in treatment.
November 2025 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This review highlights Croton tiglium's dual therapeutic and toxic properties, noting its potential for hair growth promotion through PKC-mediated pathways, while emphasizing the challenges posed by its toxicity for safe clinical use.
10 citations
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October 2006 in “Expert Opinion on Emerging Drugs” This review discusses trends in testosterone therapy use for male hypogonadism and reports no new clinical results, noting a shift towards more convenient and physiological treatments.
March 2025 in “Institutional Repositories DataBase (IRDB)” The testes significantly contribute to vitamin D metabolism and may affect male reproductive health and conditions like hair loss.
September 2024 in “Polish Journal of Public Health” The researchers reported finding 53 therapeutic and skincare products for hirsutism and hypertrichosis in Polish pharmacies and drugstores, identifying dienogest and cyproterone acetate as common active ingredients for hirsutism. They noted promising new treatments include eflornithine, acyclovir, licorice, and vitamin D.
March 2026 in “Journal of obstetrics and gynaecology research” In this study, Ark-e-Kasni was found to alleviate PCOS symptoms in rats by restoring hormonal levels, improving insulin sensitivity, and reducing inflammation and cystic follicles, suggesting its therapeutic potential via diverse molecular mechanisms.
In this study, a gel formulation with Fenugreek seed extract demonstrated beneficial effects in reducing hair splitting among patients compared to placebo.
December 2022 in “Journal of applied biological chemistry” In this study, Betula platyphylla extract, particularly fraction H3-2, promoted human derma papilla cell proliferation and increased expression of certain growth factors, suggesting potential benefits for hair loss prevention.
14 citations
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September 1983 in “Acta Dermato Venereologica” This study found that daily topical application of citral increased sebaceous gland lobules and cell hyperplasia in male rats after three months.
7 citations
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September 2004 in “대한의생명과학회지” This study suggests that a topical oriental medicine extract may improve hair density and scalp condition in individuals experiencing male pattern hair loss after 18 months of use.
October 2022 in “Asian journal of healthy and science” This study found that a 20% concentration of mother-in-law's tongue leaf extract promoted hair growth in male rabbits, with effectiveness comparable to a positive control.
7 citations
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September 2022 in “Communications biology” This research found that Leydig cells significantly rely on synthesizing omega-6 HUFAs to support male steroid hormone production, highlighting a new role for these fatty acids in the male reproductive system.
2 citations
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June 2022 in “Molecules” This study demonstrated that an ethanol extract of Connarus semidecandrus Jack showed potential anti-androgenic alopecia effects in a testosterone-induced model, suggesting a possible treatment option for hair loss.
6 citations
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September 2019 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology”
April 2010 in “The Journal of Urology” This study found that ureteroileal anastomosis with direct intraluminal visualization had a 4.2% stricture rate, which compares favorably to other techniques with rates between 3.5% and 11.1%.
January 2025 in “Journal of the Korean Society of Food Science and Nutrition” This study found that the combination of finasteride and black soybean extract showed synergistic protective effects against DHT-induced damage in hair follicle cells, suggesting potential benefits for treating androgenetic alopecia.