This paper discusses the traditional use of Siddha medicines for hair growth and treating hair loss, claiming they effectively address hair fall, baldness, and dandruff without side effects, potentially due to lifestyle factors like diet and stress influencing hair health through imbalances in "pitha.
February 2025 in “The Indian Journal of Pediatrics” Siddha therapeutics successfully treated a 14-year-old's alopecia areata, leading to full hair regrowth without side effects.
November 2024 in “Journal of Young Pharmacists” Results are not reported in this abstract. The study's title, purpose, or specific focus is not provided, making it unclear what research question was addressed.
July 2017 in “International journal of Ayurvedic and herbal medicine” This study revealed that Madayantika siddha taila, containing sesame oil, showed effectiveness in treating Darunaka (seborrhea capitis) by addressing aggravated Vata and Kapha doshas.
June 2026 in “Journal of Ayurveda and Integrated Medical Sciences” In this case study, a 42-year-old woman with alopecia areata, associated with Indralupta in Ayurveda, experienced significant hair regrowth and reduced symptoms after treatment with a combined Ayurvedic regimen involving internal medications and local applications, suggesting potential effectiveness in managing the condition.