Systematic Review of Weight Loss Effect and Safety of Mahuang-Containing Herbal Medicine
Journal · BMC Complementary Medicine and Therapies (2024)
Original authors · Cho SH, Yoon JH, Kim WK, et al.
DOI · 10.1186/s12906-2024-04498
Summary
The obesity treatment effect and safety of Mahuang (Ephedra sinica)-containing herbal medicine were systematically analyzed across 24 clinical studies. The Mahuang herbal medicine group showed an average additional weight reduction of 4.5 kg, and no cardiovascular adverse events occurred.
Key figures
Number of Reviewed Studies
24 studies
Additional Weight Loss Effect
4.5kg
Conclusion
Mahuang herbal medicine at appropriate doses is effective for obesity treatment and can be used within established safety ranges.
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