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GlossaryImmunosuppressants (Immunosuppressive drugs)

medications that reduce the activity of the immune system

Immunosuppressants, also known as immunosuppressive drugs, are medications that reduce the activity of the body's immune system. They are often used to prevent the rejection of transplanted organs and to treat autoimmune diseases, where the immune system mistakenly attacks the body's own tissues. By dampening the immune response, these drugs can help manage conditions like alopecia areata, where the immune system targets hair follicles, leading to hair loss.

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learn Baricitinib

JAK inhibitor that reduces inflammation and immune attacks on hair follicles, leading to potential hair regrowth, especially in alopecia areata cases

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a synthetic cortisol used for anti-inflammatory effects

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mTOR regulator and immunosuppressant used more recently for anti-aging and hair regrowth

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research Cytostatics and Immunosuppressive Drugs: Toxicities and Management

January 1989 in “Side effects of drugs annual”

Some cancer and immune system drugs can cause serious side effects, including heart, lung, nerve, and organ damage, which need careful monitoring and management.

research Cytokine-Targeted Treatment in Alopecia Areata - New Possibilities?

1 citations, May 2023 in “Prospects in Pharmaceutical Sciences”

New cytokine-targeted therapies show promise for treating alopecia areata.

research Associated Variables of Myositis in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus: A Cross-Sectional Study

38 citations, May 2017 in “Medical Science Monitor”

Myositis in lupus patients is linked to skin rash, hair loss, blood issues, and high disease activity.

research Conventional Treatments in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus

2 citations, May 2016 in “Oxford University Press eBooks”

Systemic lupus erythematosus is managed with lifestyle changes, symptomatic treatments, and careful use of medications to control symptoms and flares.

research Cutaneous Signals of Immune System Disease

May 1991 in “Current problems in dermatology”

Skin issues can indicate immune system problems.

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