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research Hot Flashes in a Young Girl: A Wake-Up Call Concerning Serenoa Repens Use in Children
Serenoa repens (saw palmetto) may cause side effects like hot flashes in children and needs more research for safety in pediatric use.
research Treatment of Male Androgenetic Alopecia with Topical Products Containing Serenoa Repens Extract
Serenoa repens extract in topical products improves hair growth and appearance in male pattern baldness with mild side-effects.
research Inhibitory Effects of Serenoa Repens on the Kinetics of Pig Prostatic Microsomal 5α-Reductase Activity
Saw palmetto extract can block the enzyme that converts testosterone in pig prostate cells.
research Can We Identify a Post-Serenoa Syndrome (PSS)? A Case Series on Sexual and Psychiatric Side Effects of Serenoa Repens
Serenoa repens may cause long-lasting sexual and psychiatric side effects.
research Serenoa Repens (Saw Palmetto) for Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms: The Evidence for Efficacy and Safety of Lipidosterolic Extracts. Part I
Saw palmetto extract is generally safe and can effectively treat Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms, but its evaluation is affected by varying quality and a need for long-term studies.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Serenoa repens (Saw palmetto)
Saw palmetto, a 5-alpha reductase inhibitor, caused unexpected side effects like breast changes and altered semen consistency, which resolved after stopping its use. Concerns about similar side effects with finasteride or dutasteride were expressed, and another user reported low libido and depression from saw palmetto.
community Serenoa Repens (saw palmetto) + plus biotin
A user is using minoxidil for hair loss and considering adding finasteride but their dermatologist advised waiting to see if minoxidil works alone. They are thinking about taking saw palmetto (serenoa repens) and biotin as alternatives and are asking for others' experiences and potential side effects.
community From finasteride to Serenoa repens
The user experienced anxiety and side effects from topical finasteride and is considering switching to saw palmetto. Another user reported no improvement with saw palmetto and experienced liver issues.
community Treatment of male androgenetic alopecia with topical products containing Serenoa repens (Saw Palmetto) extract.
The conversation discusses treating male pattern baldness with topical products containing Saw Palmetto extract. Specific treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841.
community Dogan Turan vs Bruno Pinto please i need your suggested
The user is considering a hair transplant and is using topical finasteride, minoxidil, antiandrogens, ketoconazole shampoo, and serenoa repens. They are deciding between surgeons Dogan Turan and Bruno Pinto, and are concerned about the technique and potential complications due to diffuse hair loss.