Abstract
Dietary supplements and nutraceuticals are commonly used by men with erectile dysfunction, decreased libido, BPH, and concerns about developing prostate cancer. Many preparations do not contain the advertised dosages of the active ingredient or are contaminated. Dietary supplements and nutraceuticals, particularly those addressing erectile dysfunction and libido, need to undergo rigorous testing before they can be wholeheartedly recommended.
MeSH terms
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Antioxidants / therapeutic use
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Arginine / therapeutic use
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Carnitine / therapeutic use
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Dehydroepiandrosterone / therapeutic use
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Diet*
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Dietary Supplements*
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Erectile Dysfunction / diet therapy*
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Ginkgo biloba
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Humans
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Libido*
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Male
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Panax
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Phytotherapy / methods
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Plant Extracts / therapeutic use
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Prostatic Diseases / diet therapy
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Prostatic Diseases / prevention & control*
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Serenoa
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Sexual Dysfunctions, Psychological / diet therapy*
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Yohimbine / therapeutic use
Substances
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Antioxidants
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Plant Extracts
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Yohimbine
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Dehydroepiandrosterone
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Arginine
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saw palmetto extract
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Carnitine