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GlossaryAmoxicillin

widely-used antibiotic that inhibits bacterial cell wall synthesis

Amoxicillin is a widely-used antibiotic that belongs to the penicillin class of drugs. It is effective against a variety of bacterial infections by inhibiting the synthesis of bacterial cell walls, which ultimately leads to the destruction of the bacteria. Commonly known by brand names such as Amoxil and Trimox, it is often prescribed for conditions like ear infections, strep throat, and pneumonia.

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research Serum Sickness-Like Reaction in Children: A Retrospective Review

1 citations, February 2009 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

Children's Serum Sickness-Like Reaction is often linked to antibiotics, especially amoxicillin, and involves symptoms like rash, fever, and joint issues.

research Severe Marking-Nut Dermatitis

4 citations, November 2012 in “Dermatitis”

A man got severe skin irritation after using marking nut sap for hair loss.

research A Case of Eruptive Lichen Spinulosus After Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis

1 citations, December 2022 in “Pediatric dermatology”

A boy developed a rare skin condition after recovering from a severe skin reaction, and it improved with lotion treatment.

research Generalized Demodicosis and Malasseziosis in a Pug Mix Dog

September 2023 in “Journal of Parasite Science”

The dog's skin condition improved significantly after seven days of treatment.

research Erythema Multiforme in a Central American Tapir Calf: Clinical Case Report

May 2023 in “Frontiers in veterinary science”

A young tapir with a rare skin condition improved after treatment with wound cleaning, cream, and oral medication.

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community Why is everyone not directly advised Dutasteride?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 165 upvotes 2 months ago

Dutasteride is less commonly prescribed for hair loss because it is not FDA-approved for this purpose, unlike finasteride, which is more accessible and preferred due to fewer side effects. Dutasteride may be more effective in reducing DHT but has a longer half-life and potentially more significant side effects.