November 2025 in “Open Repository of the University of Porto (University of Porto)” This report reviews a pharmacy internship experience, presenting activities and two scientific topics, but does not report new research findings.
December 2024 in “Open Repository of the University of Porto (University of Porto)” This study consisted of a pharmacy master's thesis detailing practical experiences during a hospital and community pharmacy internship and scientific investigations into the off-label use of dutasteride for androgenetic alopecia and oral vaccines for urinary tract infection prophylaxis, emphasizing therapeutic applications and mechanisms of action.
November 2024 in “Open Repository of the University of Porto (University of Porto)” Tailored medication preparation and ongoing education are crucial for effective treatments.
December 2024 in “Brazilian Journal of Development” This study evaluated the quality of 5% Minoxidil samples and found that only one out of three magistral formulations met acceptance criteria, highlighting the need for stricter quality control in custom pharmacy preparations to ensure their therapeutic efficacy.
September 2022 in “Polish Hyperbaric Research” This study analyzed 57 medicinal and cosmetic preparations available in Poland for treating alopecia, finding that finasteride is the most common active ingredient, with many products being in tablet or shampoo form and categorized as prescription drugs and cosmetics.