Conclusion: Our study reveals that triterpenes seem to favor wound healing; however, toxicological studies with these compounds are required. Taken together, these findings show that the triterpenes are a class of molecules with significant promise that leads for the development of new drugs to treat skin injury.
PubMed 25893368 ↗Cycloastragenol
People mainly take Cycloastragenol for longevity. Based on 5 first-hand reports and 2 meta-analyses & systematic reviews in the medical literature. Ranked #3014 of 4,149 overall.
Of reports that state an outcome, 0% are positive.
What Cycloastragenol does, according to users
Of the people who reported each effect, the share who said it got better.
What the research says
Systematic reviews and meta-analyses from PubMed, with their published conclusions.
At least one meta-analysis, or 5+ randomized controlled trials. The grade measures how much human research exists — read the conclusions below for what it found.
Conclusion: Astragalus membranaceus offers promise as a botanical anti-aging agent. Its effects on collagen, oxidative defense, and telomere preservation support its potential use in cosmeceuticals. However, further randomized trials are needed to confirm long-term efficacy and safety.  .
PubMed 41493245 ↗Dosage people report
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Reported side effects
How often each side effect came up across all reports.
What users say
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Other options for longevity
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