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    2006

    Efficacy and safety of a combination of sabal and urtica extract in lower urinary tract symptoms: a randomized, double-blind study versus tamsulosin

    Engelmann U, Walther C, Bondarenko B

    Published in Arzneimittelforschung

    Key Findings

    A saw palmetto plus nettle root combination was non-inferior to tamsulosin for IPSS improvement over 60 weeks, with fewer adverse effects.

    Conclusions

    Combination product performed like standard therapy.

    Limitations

    No placebo arm, combination product.

    Supplements Studied

    A saw palmetto plus nettle root combination was non-inferior to tamsulosin for IPSS improvement with fewer adverse effects.

    A saw palmetto plus nettle root combination was non-inferior to tamsulosin for IPSS improvement over 60 weeks, with fewer adverse effects.

    Related Health Concerns

    BPH (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)

    Study Details

    Year:2006
    Sample Size:140
    Duration:60 weeks
    Quality Score:6/10

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