A review on phytotherapy of saw palmetto for reproduction.

In alternative medicine, Saw palmetto is used in the treatment of many diseases, as it is effective in treating urinary system diseases through anti-androgen effects and effects on involuntary receptors in the lower urinary tract, in addition to being used in the treatment of patients with benign prostatic hyperplasia and cancer Prostatitis, chronic prostatitis (CP) and erectile dysfunction (ED). Scientific research has proven that Saw palmetto is considered a herbal remedy because it contains 3 phytosterols, 14 fatty acids, and SRM3251 contains 3 phytosterols, 17 fatty acids, β-carotene, and γ-tocopherol. It also played an important role as an anti-androgen as 5a-dihydrotestosterone (DHT) is converted from testosterone by the action of 5a-reductase, and this helps in the development of male sexual characteristics, transcription of androgen-regulating genes, prostate enlargement. Also, it affects on enzymes and chemokines that effect on the inflammatory process. Saw palmetto is used in the treatment of Chronic Prostatitis (CP) and Chronic Pelvic Pain Syndrome (CPPS). In this review, the phytochemical content of Saw palmetto will be highlighted and the pharmacological effect on male hormones, urinary system diseases and infections will be studied. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]