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May 1982 in “Biochemical Pharmacology” These drugs cause hair growth without affecting testosterone or adrenal hormones.
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October 2002 in “Journal Of Clinical Periodontology” This study suggests that levamisole and finasteride can significantly reduce DHT levels in human gingival fibroblasts, potentially addressing phenytoin-induced gingival overgrowth.
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September 2001 in “PubMed” Phenytoin, a medication, can cause hair loss and trigger a condition similar to lupus.
June 2026 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study found that a topical 5% phenytoin solution, applied twice daily for 16 weeks, significantly improved total hair count and hair density in men with androgenetic alopecia, with mild and transient side effects observed.
June 2026 in “University of Science and Technology Journal for Medical Sciences” In this study, both platelet-rich plasma gel and 1% phenytoin cream showed comparable results for wound healing in diabetic foot ulcers in rats, with PRP providing slightly advanced histological improvements; however, the differences were not statistically significant.