作者: Tao Cui , Robert C. Kovell , David C. Brooks , Ryan P. Terlecki
DOI: 10.1111/JSM.13013
关键词: Trace Minerals 、 Urology 、 Alternative medicine 、 Medicine 、 Urology clinic 、 Nutraceutical 、 Reproductive health 、 B vitamins 、 MEDLINE 、 Medical literature
摘要: Abstract Introduction Use of supplements is common among men seeking urologic evaluation for sexual health matters. With a dizzying array formulations available and little regulation on the dosage, purity, or ingredients found in these products, effects nutraceuticals are often confusing to patients medical practitioners alike. Aim In this review, we set out concisely summarize data within top-selling nutraceutical agents marketed men's order provide clinical guide urologists. Methods We used sales from most popular retail provider identify products toward improvement health. summarized information related ingredients, cost, mechanism action substances performed an extensive literature search review current evidence each nutraceuticals. Results The marked contain blend multiple (up 33 one formulation identified), being ginseng, tribulus, zinc, horny goat weed, B complex vitamins/trace minerals, fenugreek, L-arginine, maca, DHEA, ginkgo, yohimbine. currently evaluating efficacy generally low quality. Conclusions Despite dearth supporting arena, still commonly by patients. As can affect well-being presenting urology clinic, familiarity with help urologist appropriately counsel their