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Review
. 2016 May;9(5):37-42.
Epub 2016 May 1.

Use of Polypodium leucotomas Extract in Clinical Practice: A Primer for the Clinician

James Q Del Rosso  1
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Review

Use of Polypodium leucotomas Extract in Clinical Practice: A Primer for the Clinician

James Q Del Rosso. J Clin Aesthet Dermatol. 2016 May.

Abstract

Polypodium leucotomas extract is a natural product derived from a tropical fern that is available as an over-the-counter product in the United States and several other countries. A designated brand of oral Polypodium leucotomas extract has been shown in several research studies to exhibit a variety of antioxidant and photoprotective properties. Clinical research with this same formulation of Polypodium leucotomas extract has demonstrated multiple potential therapeutic applications. This article provides a thorough overview of research completed with Polypodium leucotomas extract and outlines suggested approaches for clinical use.

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