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Glossary5-Fluorouracil

chemotherapy drug that inhibits cancer cell DNA synthesis

5-Fluorouracil (5-FU) is a chemotherapy medication used to treat various types of cancer, including colon, breast, and skin cancers. It works by interfering with the DNA and RNA synthesis of cancer cells, preventing them from growing and dividing.

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research Multiple Drugs

June 2017 in “Reactions Weekly”

Some breast cancer treatments caused long-term hair loss in women, similar to a condition called alopecia areata.

research Male Pattern Alopecia Regrowth Following Topical Fluorouracil Therapy

1 citations, September 1977 in “JAMA”

A man regrew hair after using a 2% fluorouracil treatment on his scalp.

Transfollicular Drug Delivery: Penetration of Drugs Through Human Scalp Skin and Comparison of Penetration Between Scalp and Abdominal Skins In Vitro

research Transfollicular Drug Delivery: Penetration of Drugs Through Human Scalp Skin and Comparison of Penetration Between Scalp and Abdominal Skins In Vitro

82 citations, January 2002 in “Journal of drug targeting”

Drugs penetrate scalp skin better than abdominal skin, with scalp hair follicles aiding in higher drug delivery.

research Alternative Therapies for Vitiligo

3 citations, January 2000

Some alternative therapies for vitiligo show promise but need more research.

research Male Pattern Alopecia Regrowth Following Topical Fluorouracil Therapy

September 1977 in “JAMA”

A man regrew hair after using a specific cream for skin treatment.

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