The use of Traditional Medicines for Sexual Enhancement in Northern Nigeria

Wada, Abubakar Sadiq; Jatau, Abubakar Ibrahim; Shitu, Zayyanu; Hassan, Mohammed; Alshargi, Omar Yahya; Isa, Abubakar; Borodo, Safiya Bala; Julde, Sa’adatu Muhammad; Haruna, Anas; Bello, Inuwa

doi:10.1007/s10900-023-01208-6

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“… Manortey et al (2018) also reported that somewhat more than half of their sample group utilized aphrodisiacs. Furthermore, Wada et al (2023) uncovered that about two-thirds of adults in northern Nigeria engage in the practice of using sexual enhancement, emphasizing the widespread nature of this phenomenon.…”

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Consumption of aphrodisiac drugs without prescription among men in Saudi Arabia: cross-sectional study

Hafez,

Alwesabi,

Sagiron

et al. 2024

Saudi Pharmaceutical Journal

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Consumption of aphrodisiac drugs without prescription among men in Saudi Arabia: cross-sectional study

Hafez,

Alwesabi,

Sagiron

et al. 2024

Saudi Pharmaceutical Journal

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Maganin Gargajiya: Assessing the Benefits, Challenges, and Evidence of Traditional Medicine in Nigeria

Modibbo,

Ibrahim,

Sulaiman

et al. 2024

Cureus

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In Nigeria, traditional medicine, commonly called "Maganin Gargajiya," holds a significant place in the healthcare system and is widely used due to its cultural relevance, accessibility, and perceived efficacy. This review seeks to evaluate whether traditional medicine is a net benefit or risk to public health. It will explore the pros, such as the care provided by traditional healers, and the cons, including delays in seeking conventional treatment and the potential health risks associated with unregulated herbal remedies. This article synthesizes existing studies on traditional medicine in Nigeria, evaluating both the benefits and risks associated with its use, based on secondary data analysis. The review aims to provide a balanced perspective on the role of traditional medicine in Nigeria, examining whether it should be integrated into, regulated alongside or divorced completely from modern healthcare to improve overall patient outcomes and safety.

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The use of Traditional Medicines for Sexual Enhancement in Northern Nigeria

Cited by 2 publications

References 11 publications

Consumption of aphrodisiac drugs without prescription among men in Saudi Arabia: cross-sectional study

Consumption of aphrodisiac drugs without prescription among men in Saudi Arabia: cross-sectional study

Maganin Gargajiya: Assessing the Benefits, Challenges, and Evidence of Traditional Medicine in Nigeria

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