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GlossaryN-Acetylcysteine

supplement that replenishes antioxidant glutathione and supports detoxification

N-Acetylcysteine (NAC) is a supplement and medication derived from the amino acid L-cysteine. It is commonly used to help replenish levels of the antioxidant glutathione in the body, support liver detoxification, and treat conditions like acetaminophen overdose and chronic respiratory issues. NAC has also been studied for its potential benefits in promoting hair growth and treating certain types of alopecia due to its antioxidant properties.

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research Into the Redox Control: N-Acetyl-Cysteine Pleiotropic Effects from the Laboratory to Clinical Applications

4 citations, December 2013 in “Acupuncture and related therapies”

N-acetyl-cysteine shows promise in treating various diseases and may improve skin and hair conditions, but more research is needed on dosages and long-term effects.

research Comparison of N-Acetyl Cysteine with Metformin on Clinical Profile in Anovulatory Infertile Women with PCOS

May 2018 in “International journal of clinical obstetrics and gynaecology”

N-acetyl cysteine and metformin both improved fertility in women with PCOS equally, but N-acetyl cysteine had fewer side effects.

research TRAIL Sensitization of PC3 Prostate Cancer Cells by Doxorubicin Can Be Blocked by the Antioxidant N-Acetyl-Cysteine or by the Iron Chelator Deferoxamine

October 2006 in “Clinical Cancer Research”

Antioxidants can block the cancer-fighting effects of doxorubicin.

research Efficacy and Tolerability of N-Acetyl-Cysteine for Treatment of Early-Onset Androgenetic Alopecia in Men

October 2021 in “QJM: An International Journal of Medicine”

N-acetyl-cysteine improves hair growth and is safe for treating early male hair loss.

Evidence of Hair Loss After Subacute Exposure to 2-Chloroethyl Ethyl Sulfide, a Mustard Analog, and Beneficial Effects of N-Acetylcysteine

research Evidence of Hair Loss After Subacute Exposure to 2-Chloroethyl Ethyl Sulfide, a Mustard Analog, and Beneficial Effects of N-Acetylcysteine

14 citations, January 2004 in “Journal of Biochemical and Molecular Toxicology”

Mustard gas exposure causes hair loss, but treating with N-acetylcysteine can prevent it.

research Diagnosis and Treatment of Trichotillomania

3 citations, April 2011 in “Neuropsychiatry”

Behavioral therapy, N-acetyl cysteine, and olanzapine may help treat trichotillomania.

research Particulate Matter 2.5 Damages Skin Cells by Inducing Oxidative Stress, Subcellular Organelle Dysfunction, and Apoptosis

215 citations, March 2018 in “Archives of Toxicology”

Tiny pollution particles called PM2.5 can harm skin cells by causing stress, damage to cell parts, and cell death.

research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Comprehensive Review of Pathogenesis, Management, and Drug Repurposing

68 citations, January 2022 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences”

PCOS management includes lifestyle changes and medications, with ongoing research into repurposed drugs for better treatment options.

Induction of Transforming Growth Factor-Beta 1 by Androgen Is Mediated by Reactive Oxygen Species in Hair Follicle Dermal Papilla Cells

research Induction of Transforming Growth Factor-Beta 1 by Androgen Is Mediated by Reactive Oxygen Species in Hair Follicle Dermal Papilla Cells

56 citations, September 2013 in “Journal of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology”

Androgens increase a growth factor in hair cells by creating reactive oxygen species, and antioxidants might help treat hair loss.

research Pharmacotherapy of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: An Update

34 citations, January 2011 in “Fundamental & Clinical Pharmacology”

New treatments for PCOS show promise, but no current medication treats all aspects of the condition.

research Prostaglandin D2 Uses Components of ROS Signaling to Enhance Testosterone Production in Keratinocytes

9 citations, September 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology Symposium Proceedings”

Prostaglandin D2 increases testosterone production in skin cells through a process involving reactive oxygen species, and antioxidants may help treat hair loss.

research BMI1 Is Required for Melanocyte Stem Cell Maintenance and Hair Pigmentation

4 citations, May 2023 in “Pigment Cell & Melanoma Research”

BMI1 is essential for preventing hair greying and maintaining hair color.

research Hirsutism: Diagnosis and Treatment

2 citations, January 2012 in “Journal of metabolic syndrome”

The document concludes that hirsutism can be managed with various treatments tailored to the individual, potentially improving quality of life.

research Effect of Minoxidil on Trabecular Outflow via the Paracellular Pathway

January 2020 in “Korean journal of ophthalmology/Korean Journal of Ophthalmology”

Minoxidil increases cell layer permeability by reducing tight junction proteins and raising ROS levels.

research Trichotillomania and Traction Alopecia

May 2017 in “InTech eBooks”

Hair pulling disorder is treated with therapy and medication; hair loss from tension can be reversed if caught early.

research Botanical Treatment for Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

January 2009 in “Elsevier eBooks”

Some plant-based treatments may help with ovary function, insulin resistance, and excess male hormones in PCOS, but more research is needed to confirm their safety and effectiveness.

research Monilethrix: A Rare Inherited Hair Shaft Disorder in Siblings

4 citations, January 2014 in “Indian dermatology online journal”

Monilethrix is a genetic hair disorder causing fragile, beaded hair with no effective treatment.

research Monilethrix: A Rare Hereditary Condition

12 citations, January 2013 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology”

Monilethrix is a rare genetic hair disorder that's hard to treat.

research A Case of Trichotillomania Presenting as a Factitious Ulcer

January 2023 in “Odisha Journal of Psychiatry”

Thorough patient interviews are crucial to identify self-inflicted hair loss.

research Effects of the Usage of L-Cysteine on Human Health

75 citations, March 2018 in “Molecules/Molecules online/Molecules annual”

L-Cysteine may have health benefits, but its effectiveness is still debated due to limited clinical trial data.

research Amino Acids, Peptides, And Proteins In Cosmetic Science

5 citations, January 2017 in “Elsevier eBooks”

The document concludes that cosmetics need biocompatible, eco-friendly ingredients due to aging populations and demand for effective products.

Interactions Between Damaged Hair Keratin and Juglone as a Possible Restoring Agent: A Vibrational and Scanning Electron Microscopy Study

research Interactions Between Damaged Hair Keratin and Juglone as a Possible Restoring Agent: A Vibrational and Scanning Electron Microscopy Study

January 2024 in “Molecules (Basel. Online)”

Juglone from walnut extracts may help repair damaged hair.

research Repurposing Existing Drugs for COVID-19: An Endocrinology Perspective

34 citations, September 2020 in “BMC Endocrine Disorders”

Existing drug dexamethasone may lower death risk in severe COVID-19 cases; more research needed for other drugs.

research Recent Advances in Congenital Ichthyoses

10 citations, July 2015 in “Current opinion in pediatrics, with evaluated MEDLINE/Current opinion in pediatrics”

New genes linked to ichthyosis were found, but there's still no cure; treatment options are improving.

Improvement in Hair Loss and Better Hair Quality with Vitamin Therapy in Monilethrix

research Targeting Oxidative Stress and Mitochondrial Dysfunction in the Treatment of Impaired Wound Healing: A Systematic Review

280 citations, July 2018 in “Antioxidants”

Treatments that reduce oxidative stress and fix mitochondrial problems may help heal chronic wounds.