March 2014 in “Journal of clinical microbiology” Kerion, a scalp fungal infection, requires lab confirmation and is treated with antifungal medication and medicated shampoo.
2 citations
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January 2020 in “Tropical Journal of Pharmaceutical Research” Traditional Chinese Medicine uses various herbal preparations to treat hair loss by focusing on kidney and liver health.
April 2021 in “Cermin Dunia Kedokteran” Two siblings with scalp fungus improved after 2 months of treatment.
1 citations
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December 2018 in “Talenta Conference Series Tropical Medicine (TM)” Lemongrass oil in gel shampoo effectively fights dandruff, with 10% concentration being the most effective.
A harbor seal's skin disease was cured after 8 months of treatment.
16 citations
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June 2016 in “Innovare Academic Sciences - Innovare Journal of Ayurvedic Sciences” Bacopa monnieri is a herb used in traditional Indian medicine to enhance memory and treat various conditions.
2 citations
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March 2014 in “Journal of Korean Medicine” Standardized rules are needed for consistent Romanized prescription names in Korean Traditional Medicine.
November 2024 in “Open Repository of the University of Porto (University of Porto)” Pharmacists play a crucial role in safe medication use and interdisciplinary collaboration is key to reducing antimicrobial resistance.
4 citations
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February 2018 in “Jurnal teknologi” Kaempferia galanga extract could be a good ingredient for anti-dandruff hair cream.
15 citations
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January 2010 in “Recent patents on food, nutrition & agriculture” Some herbal medicines can interfere with chemotherapy, affecting treatment and causing side effects.
23 citations
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November 2015 in “Phytotherapy Research” Certain herbal compounds, especially from bitter melon, can inhibit cancer growth and promote hair growth by blocking PAK1.
September 2024 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Natural extracts like kombucha, marine enzymes, and prebiotics can improve and restore damaged skin.
February 2020 in “Definitions” Botanical lotion CG428 may help regrow hair and reduce scalp inflammation in chemotherapy patients.
3 citations
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December 2022 in “Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” Over 50% of dermatology patients in Aseer, Saudi Arabia, use alternative treatments, often with satisfactory results.
3 citations
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February 2014 in “The Journal of Korean Medicine Ophthalmology and Otolaryngology and Dermatology” Herbal medicine and acupuncture helped regrow hair and reduce pain in a patient with Alopecia Areata.
April 2026 in “Biomedicines” A holistic approach combining lifestyle changes, stress management, exercise, and herbal medicine can effectively treat and prevent keloids.
August 2025 in “International Journal of Research Publication and Reviews” Quasi-drugs in Japan and South Korea are regulated to ensure safety and effectiveness, offering products with mild therapeutic effects.
1 citations
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February 2018 in “Orthopedics and rheumatology” Combining Western chemotherapy with Traditional Chinese Medicine can reduce side effects and improve immune response in treating bone and soft tissue tumors.
October 2025 in “International Research Journal of Ayurveda & Yoga” The article reviews the role of Kusthadi Lepa in treating Ek-Kustha, which resembles psoriasis, a chronic autoimmune skin condition. Psoriasis is typically managed with synthetic drugs and treatments like methotrexate and steroid creams, but these can have side effects. The article highlights the need for safer, effective treatments and discusses traditional Ayurvedic approaches, specifically Kusthadi Lepa, as mentioned by Acharya Charak. These external treatments, including Takradhara and Udhavartan, are suggested to be effective for managing Ek-Kustha symptoms.
45 citations
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February 2018 in “Journal of basic and clinical physiology and pharmacology/Journal of basic & clinical physiology & pharmacology” *Acorus calamus* has many medicinal benefits but needs more safety research.
2 citations
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January 2011 in “The Korea Journal of Herbology” Korean medicinal herbs in hair tonic and food increased hair growth in mice.
May 2024 in “Microbial Biosystems Journal” Herbal shampoos are as effective and safer than synthetic antifungal shampoos for treating Seborrheic dermatitis.
41 citations
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November 1987 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Ketoconazole cured about 70% of cutaneous leishmaniasis cases caused by Leishmania major.
April 2018 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Samcyprone ointment is effective for treating common warts if a sensitization reaction occurs first.
May 2023 in “Asian journal of research in pharmaceutical sciences” Ketoconazole is effective for treating various fungal infections and has new uses in dermatology, but oral use can have serious side effects.
VCFO effectively treats fungal infections in cats and promotes hair regrowth.
Most patients with hair loss used alternative treatments, especially topical applications and health food supplements, based on recommendations from others.
April 2021 in “Cermin Dunia Kedokteran” Two siblings with tinea capitis improved after treatment with ketoconazole.
125 citations
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May 2019 in “Phytomedicine” Cepharanthine is a well-tolerated drug with multiple medical uses, including anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer properties.
May 2025 in “Scientific and Technical Bulletin оf State Scientific Research Control Institute of Veterinary Medical Products and Fodder Additives аnd Institute of Animal Biology” "Akaro Spectra" tablets effectively eliminate dog parasites within two days.