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Kamkari S, Soufizadeh Balaneji S. The Role of Medicinal Plants in Relieving Menopausal Symptoms: A Traditional Iranian Medicine Perspective. pbp 2026; 8
URL: http://pbp.medilam.ac.ir/article-1-382-en.html
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1- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Division of Oncology Gynecology, School of Medicine, Hamadan University of Medical Sciences, Hamadan, Iran
2- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, School of Medicine, Urmia University of Medical Sciences, Urmia, Iran ,suzan_ph@yahoo.com
2- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, School of Medicine, Urmia University of Medical Sciences, Urmia, Iran ,
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Objective: Menopause represents a significant endocrinological transition characterized by declining estrogen levels, leading to vasomotor symptoms (e.g., hot flashes and night sweats), sleep disturbances, and affective changes. Given the growing interest in non-hormonal management strategies, complementary therapies, particularly the use of medicinal plants, have received increasing attention.
Methods: This study systematically reviews and identifies the evidence regarding medicinal plants employed in Traditional Iranian Medicine (TIM) for the management of menopausal symptoms. This review involved a structured examination of authoritative TIM texts, alongside pharmacognosy references and established scientific databases. Inclusion criteria mandated explicit mention of plants in traditional sources as remedies for menopause-related symptoms, excluding those cited in non-authoritative references or lacking direct symptomatic relevance.
Results: Analysis of the literature identified several key medicinal plants traditionally utilized for this purpose, most notably: Foeniculum vulgare, Trifolium pratense, Vitex agnus-castus, Glycyrrhiza glabra, Salvia officinalis, and Matricaria chamomilla.
Conclusion: Traditional reports primarily attribute therapeutic effects to these plants, including hormonal modulation, alleviation of vasomotor symptoms, improvement in sleep quality, and anxiolytic or sedative properties. The evidence from Traditional Iranian Medicine suggests considerable potential for specific medicinal plants in alleviating menopausal distress. However, rigorous clinical efficacy and safety trials are essential to validate these traditional claims, establish optimal therapeutic dosages, and evaluate potential drug-herb interactions. When supported by scientific evidence, these plants could be integrated as valuable adjunctive interventions to enhance the quality of life for women navigating the menopausal transition.
Methods: This study systematically reviews and identifies the evidence regarding medicinal plants employed in Traditional Iranian Medicine (TIM) for the management of menopausal symptoms. This review involved a structured examination of authoritative TIM texts, alongside pharmacognosy references and established scientific databases. Inclusion criteria mandated explicit mention of plants in traditional sources as remedies for menopause-related symptoms, excluding those cited in non-authoritative references or lacking direct symptomatic relevance.
Results: Analysis of the literature identified several key medicinal plants traditionally utilized for this purpose, most notably: Foeniculum vulgare, Trifolium pratense, Vitex agnus-castus, Glycyrrhiza glabra, Salvia officinalis, and Matricaria chamomilla.
Conclusion: Traditional reports primarily attribute therapeutic effects to these plants, including hormonal modulation, alleviation of vasomotor symptoms, improvement in sleep quality, and anxiolytic or sedative properties. The evidence from Traditional Iranian Medicine suggests considerable potential for specific medicinal plants in alleviating menopausal distress. However, rigorous clinical efficacy and safety trials are essential to validate these traditional claims, establish optimal therapeutic dosages, and evaluate potential drug-herb interactions. When supported by scientific evidence, these plants could be integrated as valuable adjunctive interventions to enhance the quality of life for women navigating the menopausal transition.
Keywords: Menopause, Women, Medicinal Plants, Traditional Iranian Medicine, Phytoestrogens, Menopausal Symptoms
Type of Study: Research |
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Bioactive Compounds
Received: 2025/09/14 | Accepted: 2026/01/13 | Published: 2026/01/14
Received: 2025/09/14 | Accepted: 2026/01/13 | Published: 2026/01/14
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