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September 2022 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” In this analysis of two trials, baricitinib showed eyebrow and eyelash regrowth in severe alopecia areata patients with greater than 20% scalp hair loss at Week 36, compared to placebo.
April 2018 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” In this study, topical tofacitinib significantly promoted hair regrowth in mice, outpacing both minoxidil and controls over 21 days, with findings suggesting increased VEGF levels and decreased inflammation as possible mechanisms.
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April 2012 in “Korean Journal of Food Science and Technology” This study found that combining an oral herbal composition with a topical hair tonic resulted in a stronger hair growth effect in mice than either treatment alone.
January 2012 in “프로그램북(구 초록집)” May 2011 in “Harper's Textbook of Pediatric Dermatology” This chapter discusses alopecia areata and reports no new findings; it reviews the efficacy of current treatments like corticosteroids, topical sensitizers, and minoxidil, noting the lack of a cure or preventive measures.
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February 2009 in “Journal of Evidence-Based Medicine” This review of randomized controlled trials for alopecia areata treatments found that none were significantly better than placebo in promoting long-term hair growth, with most trials being small and poorly reported.