Minoxidil Sulfate Regulates JAK/STAT Signaling and Mitochondrial Function in Alopecia Areata

    July 2026 in “ Experimental Dermatology ”
    Jung‐Min Shin, Bogyeong Go, Kyung Eun Jung … Young Lee
    Studysummary In this study, researchers found that minoxidil sulfate enhances the anti-inflammatory effects of the JAK inhibitor baricitinib in alopecia areata, modulating inflammatory signals and preserving immune privilege features in human hair cells, which suggests potential benefits for combined therapy.
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