Advances in the function of traditional medicine for vitiligo treatment

Abstract

Vitiligo has a significant impact on a substantial number of individuals worldwide. Traditional Chinese medicine has a long history of serving as a therapeutic treatment for vitiligo. Nevertheless, given the increasing volume of research on the utilization of traditional Chinese medicine for vitiligo treatment, it is imperative to conduct a comprehensive review that elucidates the efficacy of Chinese traditional medicine and other active ingredients in the treatment of vitiligo. This paper presents a comprehensive overview of the clinical preparations used to treat vitiligo, while also highlighting the potential monomers and extracts derived from traditional Chinese medicine for vitiligo treatment. A thorough analysis of the pharmacological effects of traditional Chinese medicine on vitiligo treatment will provide valuable insights and reliable information for the development of new treatment strategies.