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GlossaryUrtica dioica (stinging nettle)

perennial plant known as stinging nettle with skin-irritating hairs

Urtica dioica, commonly known as stinging nettle, is a perennial flowering plant known for its stinging hairs that can cause skin irritation upon contact. It has been traditionally used in herbal medicine for its anti-inflammatory and diuretic properties, and recent studies suggest it may also promote hair growth by stimulating the scalp and improving blood circulation.

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research A Comprehensive Review on Phytochemistry and Pharmacological Effects of Stinging Nettle (Urtica dioica)

8 citations , May 2017 in “Current traditional medicine”

Stinging nettle has compounds that help with joint pain, arthritis, and prostate issues.

research What Do We Know About Phytotherapy of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia?

67 citations , February 2015 in “Life Sciences”

Some plant-based treatments can help with benign prostatic hyperplasia symptoms, but more research is needed to confirm their safety and effectiveness.

research Herbs for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia

54 citations , September 2002 in “Annals of Pharmacotherapy”

Herbal treatments can help with early-stage BPH symptoms, but more research is needed.

research Combined Sabal And Urtica Extract Vs Finasteride In Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (Alken Stage I–II)

69 citations , July 1997 in “Der Urologe”

Sabal and Urtica extract works as well as finasteride for treating BPH, with fewer side effects.

research WS PRO 160 I 120 mg (A Combination of Sabal and Urtica Extract) in Patients with LUTS Related to BPH

3 citations , January 2019 in “Therapeutic advances in urology”

WS PRO 160 I 120 mg effectively treats urinary symptoms from BPH with good safety and tolerability.

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community Approach: starting with dut then came om finestride

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 2 upvotes 5 months ago

The user initially used dutasteride, minoxidil, and vitamins, then switched to finasteride but experienced side effects and hair loss. They found better results with a natural supplement containing stinging nettle and beta-sitosterol, reporting thicker hair without side effects.

community 1.5y on fin, seeing good results – Cat/Dog owner, need an alternative to minoxidil.

in Product 6 upvotes 1 year ago

The user has been on finasteride for 1.5 years with good results but avoids minoxidil due to pet safety concerns. They're considering alternatives like Redensyl and natural remedies like rosemary oil and stinging nettle tincture for hair loss.

community Any experience on Natural DHT blocker?

in Research/Science 7 upvotes 4 years ago

The conversation is about using natural DHT blockers like saw palmetto, pumpkin seed oil, and stinging nettle extract for hair loss. Saw palmetto is noted to potentially halt mild hair loss.

community Fighting Hair Loss without Finasteride?

11 upvotes 10 years ago

A user discusses fighting hair loss without finasteride, using minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, saw palmetto, pumpkin seed oil, pygeum, stinging nettles, biotin, a boar bristle brush, and a derma roller. Replies suggest finasteride is necessary for effective hair loss prevention.

community Any experiences with fin/dut alternatives?

in General 76 upvotes 2 months ago

The user is exploring alternatives to finasteride and dutasteride due to concerns about side effects, and is using rosemary and jojoba oil, ketoconazole, minoxidil, microneedling, multi-peptide serum, saw palmetto, and stinging nettle for hair loss. They are also considering CB 03 01 and spironolactone.

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