Evidence supporting the use of: Premna
For the health condition: Hair (loss or thinning)

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Premna, particularly species like Premna serratifolia, has a history of use in traditional medicine systems such as Ayurveda and various Southeast Asian ethnobotanical practices. In these traditions, Premna leaves and extracts are sometimes applied topically or used in formulations intended to support hair health, including for conditions like hair loss or thinning. The rationale for its use is often rooted in the belief that Premna possesses properties such as anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, or "hair-nourishing" effects, though these are not specifically characterized or quantified in relation to hair growth in traditional texts.

However, there is a lack of robust scientific research directly evaluating the efficacy of Premna for hair loss or thinning. Most available scientific literature focuses on its general pharmacological activities (such as antioxidant or anti-inflammatory effects), rather than on hair or scalp health specifically. No clinical trials or well-designed studies have substantiated its use for hair loss in humans. As a result, while Premna is used traditionally for hair concerns, the evidence supporting its effectiveness for this indication is limited in scope and mainly anecdotal.

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