An evidence-based systematic review of tongkat ali (Eurycoma longifolia) by the Natural Standard Research Collaboration

J Diet Suppl. 2013 Mar;10(1):54-83. doi: 10.3109/19390211.2012.761467.

Abstract

An evidence-based systematic review of tongkat ali (Eurycoma longifolia) by the Natural Standard Research Collaboration consolidates the safety and efficacy data available in the scientific literature using a validated, reproducible grading rationale. This article includes written and statistical analysis of clinical trials, plus a compilation of expert opinion, folkloric precedent, history, pharmacology, kinetics/dynamics, interactions, adverse effects, toxicology, and dosing.

Publication types

  • Review
  • Systematic Review

MeSH terms

  • Cooperative Behavior
  • Eurycoma*
  • Humans
  • Phytotherapy*
  • Plant Extracts / adverse effects
  • Plant Extracts / pharmacology
  • Plant Extracts / therapeutic use*

Substances

  • Plant Extracts