Olive leaves extract may help treat benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).
January 2005 in “Elektronische Hochschulschriften der LMU München (Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München)” Topical immunotherapy with DPCP is most effective for certain alopecia areata types, with success linked to age and disease duration, and influenced by a gene polymorphism.
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February 2020 in “Journal of Ginseng Research” Korean Red Ginseng has beneficial components that help with stress, immunity, fatigue, memory, blood flow, and disease protection.
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October 2015 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” Sophora flavescens extract helps hair growth and treats hair loss.
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January 2017 in “Innovare Academic Sciences - Innovare Journal of Business Management” Certain herbs can effectively promote hair growth and prevent hair loss.
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June 2019 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” 18β-glycyrrhetinic acid from licorice root is good for skin and hair treatments but has absorption challenges.
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August 2021 in “Journal of Ethnopharmacology” Akebia quinata and Akebia trifoliata have many health benefits and potential medical uses.
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November 2019 in “DOAJ (DOAJ: Directory of Open Access Journals)” Adding 7% chamomile extract to minoxidil reduces skin side effects in treating male hair loss.
Solanum nigrum may help treat hair loss.
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August 2005 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Etanercept improved symptoms of a specific type of psoriatic arthritis in a patient who didn't respond to other treatments.
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November 2015 in “Dermatology” The research provided insights into the presentation and management of alopecic and aseptic nodules of the scalp.
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January 2009 in “Bulletin of the Veterinary Institute in Pulawy” A goat's skin infection was cured with itraconazole and D-biotin.
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January 2013 in “Case reports in emergency medicine” Eating Citrullus colocynthis can cause severe intestinal bleeding and damage.
April 2026 in “Asian Journal of Research in Pharmaceutical Sciences” Semecarpus anacardium may promote hair growth, but more research is needed for safe use in humans.
May 2019 in “Asian Journal of Pharmaceutical and Clinical Research” Eclipta prostrata, particularly its chloroform fraction, effectively reduces inflammation and arthritis.
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April 2021 in “Majalah Farmasetika” Licorice extract shampoo with surfactants is the best for hair growth.
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May 2014 in “Pharmaceutical Biology” Glycyrrhizic acid from sweet licorice can effectively remove hair without skin irritation.
September 2025 in “PubMed” Hirsutism in women is linked to PCOS and can cause health issues if untreated.
August 2025 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Osmanthus fragrans var. aurantiacus Makino may help treat inflammation due to its antioxidative and anti-inflammatory properties.
Beta vulgaris L. fruit extracts, especially ethanolic, effectively promote hair growth.
January 2014 in “The Journal of Korean Medicine Ophthalmology&Otorhinolaryngology&Dermatology” The woman's hair loss improved significantly after treatment with acupuncture, pharmacopuncture, and needle-embedding therapy.
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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.
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September 2014 in “Steroids” Plant steroid hormones show growth, health, and medicinal benefits in various organisms, including potential for treating diseases.
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May 2021 in “Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine” Some traditional Chinese medicines may have anti-aging benefits and could help with hair growth, but more research is needed.
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June 2023 in “Pharmacognosy Research” Bacopa monnieri, or Brahmi, is a traditional herb that may improve memory and treat various conditions, but more research is needed.
January 2024 in “Journal of Applied Pharmaceutical Science” Procyanidin B2 and leucopelargonidin from Saraca asoca may help treat PCOS by balancing hormones.