Hydro-alcoholic extract of Crocus sativus L. versus fluoxetine in the treatment of mild to moderate depression: a double-blind, randomized pilot trial.

doi:10.1016/J.JEP.2004.11.004

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Hydro-alcoholic extract of Crocus sativus L. versus fluoxetine in the treatment of mild to moderate depression: a double-blind, randomized pilot trial.

Published Feb 28, 2005 · A. Noorbala, S. Akhondzadeh, N. Tahmacebi-Pour

Journal of ethnopharmacology

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Saffron hydro-alcoholic extract is as effective as fluoxetine in treating mild to moderate depression, with no significant differences in side effects observed between the two treatments.

PopulationOlder adults (50-71 years)

Sample size24

MethodsObservational

OutcomesBody Mass Index projections

ResultsSocial networks mitigate obesity in older groups.

Hydro-alcoholic extract of Crocus sativus L. versus fluoxetine in the treatment of mild to moderate depression: a double-blind, randomized pilot trial.

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