Óleo de semente de abóbora para Alopecia Androgenética
A Evidências Vários grandes ensaios clínicos mostram de forma consistente benefícios significativos.Baseado em 14 estudos (2 meta-analyses, 3 RCTs) com 1,874 participantes no total. 13/14 estudos mostram efeitos positivos.
Conclusão
Pumpkin seed oil is well-supported by multiple clinical trials as a natural supplement that may help promote hair growth in androgenetic alopecia through its DHT-blocking properties.
- 13 out of 14 studies show positive effects, including 3 RCTs
- Acts as a natural 5-alpha reductase inhibitor, potentially reducing DHT levels
- Both oral supplementation and topical application have been studied
- One RCT showed comparable results to minoxidil 5% in women
Key Study Findings
Key Statistics
15
Estudos
1874
Participantes
Positive
Nota
Referenced Papers
Dosage & Usage
mg = milligrams · mcg = micrograms (1,000× smaller) · IU = International Units
Dosagens Comumente Utilizadas
- hairloss:
- 400 mg/day
Limite superior: Not established
Dosagens Estudadas em Pesquisas
| Dosagem | Duração | Efeito | N |
|---|---|---|---|
| None | -- | Positive | -- |
| 1 capsule daily (l-Cystine, Serenoa repens, Cucurbita pepo, Pygeum africanum, vitamins, micronutrien | 24 weeks | Positive | 80 |
| varies by remedy and study | -- | Positive | -- |
| various dietary supplements (Nutrafol, apple extract, tocotrienols, pumpkin seed oil, Cistanche/Lami | -- | Positive | 1658 |
| Various non-prescription agents: procyanidin, cetirizine, caffeine, Oryza sativa bran, pumpkin seed | -- | Positive | -- |
| finasteride 1 mg/day; dutasteride 0.5 mg/day; various natural product doses | -- | Positive | -- |
| various CAMs: pumpkin seed oil, saw palmetto, melatonin extract, caffeine extract, rosemary oil | -- | Positive | -- |
| not specified | -- | Positive | -- |
Melhor horário: With meals for better absorption
Safety & Side Effects
Efeitos Colaterais Relatados
- ⚠ Mild gastrointestinal upset
- ⚠ Possible stomach discomfort at high doses
- ⚠ Rare allergic reactions in individuals with cucurbit allergies
Interações Conhecidas
- ● Anticoagulants (theoretical increased bleeding risk)
- ● Lithium (pumpkin seed oil may have diuretic properties)
Ingestão máxima tolerável: Not established
Consulte sempre o seu profissional de saúde antes de iniciar qualquer suplemento.Sempre consulte seu profissional de saúde antes de iniciar qualquer suplemento.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Related Evidence
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References
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