Master the next generation of evidence-based therapies for male-specific conditions with this definitive guide to the mechanisms, efficacy, and clinical potential of bioactive natural products.

Today, the population is facing a growing number of health concerns, including cancer and hormonal and reproductive disorders, that complicate everyday life. As these concerns become more prevalent, individuals are looking for not only traditional but also alternative treatments for these ailments. Natural products may provide a safer, holistic, and sustainable approach to treating these disorders. While they may not replace conventional treatments entirely, they can serve as effective complementary therapies to improve overall health. However, proper dosage, clinical validation, and consultation with healthcare professionals are essential for safe and effective use. This two-volume set highlights the potential of natural products as effective treatments.

With the rising prevalence of male-specific health conditions, including androgenetic alopecia, benign prostatic hyperplasia, and sexual dysfunction, there is a critical need for evidence-based therapeutic alternatives. This volume provides an in-depth analysis of the role of bioactive natural products in the prevention and management of these disorders, highlighting the use of plant-based, herbal, and marine-derived substances. Featuring contributions from leading researchers, the text adopts an interdisciplinary perspective to explore the mechanisms, efficacy, and clinical potential of emerging natural treatments, focusing on their anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and immunomodulatory properties. It serves as a definitive resource for scholars and practitioners dedicated to the advancement of male medicine through natural product chemistry.

Readers will find the volume:

• Offers comprehensive investigations of phytochemical-based medicines and natural products for the treatment of male disorders;
• Explores the mechanism of action in various diseases, and the role of natural products and alternative systems of medicine formulation through preclinical and clinical studies;
• Covers foundational principles of the latest advancements in natural treatments for male-specific disorders.

Audience

Academics, researchers, and healthcare professionals studying medical, pharmacy, and life sciences, specifically microbiology, pharmaceutical biotechnology, pharmaceutics, medicinal chemistry, and natural sciences.

Durgesh Nandini Chauhan has several years of academic experience that are demonstrated in her position at the Columbia College of Pharmacy, Raipur, Chhattisgarh, India. She has written more than 10 articles published in national and international journals, 15 book chapters, and edited 10 books. Her teaching focuses on subjects such as pharmaceutics, pharmacognosy, traditional concepts of medicinal plants, drug delivery, phytochemistry, cosmetic technology, and pharmaceutical engineering.

Nagendra Singh Chauhan, PhD is a Senior Scientific Officer and Government Analyst at the Avam Anusandhan Kendra Drug Testing Laboratory, Raipur, Chhattisgarh, India. His more than 20 years of research experience is reflected in his roles across a number of professional societies. He has written more than 70 articles in national and international journals, 32 book chapters, and edited seven books. His research focuses on natural product isolation and phytopharmacology.