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January 2013 Bimatoprost treats glaucoma and promotes hair growth, with potential for more medical uses.
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November 2007 in “Experimental dermatology” Human hair follicles contain a complex network of prostanoid receptors that may influence hair growth.
Topical latanoprost acid at 0.05% concentration improved hair growth in women with androgenetic alopecia.
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July 2013 in “Pharmacological reviews” New research on prostamide F2α has led to treatments for glaucoma and eyelash growth and may have more medical uses.
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October 2012 in “The FASEB Journal” Bimatoprost, a glaucoma medication, may also help treat hair loss.