6 citations
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May 2023 in “Molecules” In this study, dry powder inhalers containing Cepharanthine were administered to rats with acute lung injury, significantly reducing pulmonary edema, hemorrhage, and inflammatory markers, suggesting its potential as an effective anti-inflammatory treatment when inhaled directly into the lungs.
August 2017 in “Academic Commons (Stony Brook University)” This study found that the enzyme Acer1 plays a crucial role in skin health and tumor prevention by regulating ceramide metabolism in mice.
1 citations
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April 2024 in “Metabolites” In this study, researchers found that male and female APCHi mice exposed to ionizing radiation showed near-normal lipid and metabolite levels, suggesting activated protein C may offer some protective effects against radiation-induced damage affecting organ systems.
October 1993 in “The Journal of Clinical Pharmacology” 8 citations
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August 2023 in “Lasers in Surgery and Medicine” This study observed that treating acne scars with fractional ablative laser concurrently with isotretinoin improved outcomes more effectively compared to applying the laser 6 months after isotretinoin treatment ended, as measured by the Quantitative Global Acne Scarring Grading System.
5 citations
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July 2024 in “Journal of Microbiology and Biotechnology” This study investigated autophagy activator ICP5249 and found it promotes hair growth by enhancing cell proliferation and autophagy-related markers in human dermal papilla cells and hair follicles, with AMPKα playing a regulatory role, suggesting its potential as a hair growth ingredient.
April 2026 in “International Journal of Clinical Case Reports and Reviews” In this preclinical study, researchers developed and evaluated a new non-invasive laser system designed for personalized medical use, showing its potential for chronic disease management and adjunctive fat reduction by offering enhanced treatment precision and adaptability over existing devices.
May 2018 in “International journal of clinical obstetrics and gynaecology” This study found that N-acetyl cysteine and metformin had equal effects on clinical outcomes in anovulatory infertile women with PCOS, but NAC was better tolerated with fewer side effects.
69 citations
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September 2013 in “American Journal of Alzheimer s Disease & Other Dementias®” This study found that a new peptide, Snakin-Z, from Ziziphus jujuba fruits, shows significant inhibitory effects on AChE and BChE enzymes and strong antioxidant activity, suggesting potential benefits for Alzheimer's disease treatment.
7 citations
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December 2021 in “European Respiratory Review” This review covers the current status of the interstitial pneumonia with autoimmune features (IPAF) category, pointing out the need for revision of its criteria to establish it as a standalone diagnostic term, but reports no new clinical findings.
In this case-control study, researchers found that serum apelin-12 levels were significantly higher in acne patients and correlated with acne severity, BMI, insulin resistance, and inflammation, suggesting that managing insulin resistance could be important for acne treatment.
305 citations
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March 2008 in “AJP Endocrinology and Metabolism” This article reviews the regulation and roles of spermidine/spermine-N(1)-acetyltransferase (SSAT) in polyamine metabolism and its potential as a target in cancer and other diseases, without reporting new experimental results.
1 citations
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May 2025 in “The Journal of Rheumatology” In this case report, two female patients with refractory systemic lupus erythematosus showed significant improvement after treatment with the JAK inhibitor upadacitinib, indicating potential as a promising option for difficult cases, although further research is needed to confirm its broader safety and efficacy.
15 citations
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June 2016 in “Computers in Biology and Medicine” This study's simulation found that Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate penetrates more efficiently through the skin's stratum corneum than via the infundibulum, following different pathways and dynamics in each membrane.
136 citations
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April 2010 in “British Journal of Dermatology” This review discusses guidelines for acitretin use in dermatology, reporting its efficacy in severe psoriasis and recommendations for combination therapies, without providing new clinical trial results.
January 2017 in “Journal of clinical & experimental dermatology research” This report describes a case of HAIR-AN syndrome in a young woman, characterized by acanthosis nigricans, insulin resistance, and polycystic ovaries, highlighting its rarity and multisystem nature.
February 2026 in “Frontiers in Immunology” This case report highlights significant improvement in a patient with severe alopecia areata who responded well to ivarmacitinib after a suboptimal response to another JAK inhibitor, tofacitinib, suggesting ivarmacitinib as a potential alternative for tofacitinib-refractory cases.
October 2025 in “Indian Journal of Physiology and Pharmacology” This case study suggests a potential connection between insulin resistance-induced diabetes and the development of migraine symptoms in a patient with HAIR-AN syndrome, highlighting the importance of early diagnosis and a multifaceted treatment approach.
July 2026 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Acanthosis Nigricans is the most common skin sign of insulin resistance.
43 citations
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May 1986 in “Clinics in Endocrinology and Metabolism” This review examines androgen status in male and female obesity and its influence on the metabolic syndrome, but reports no new clinical results.
May 2026 in “Scientific Reports” This randomized clinical trial found that adjunctive apple cider vinegar supplementation significantly improved the resolution of metabolic syndrome, reduced insulin resistance, and enhanced quality of life and sexual function in women with PCOS and metabolic syndrome, compared to a placebo group.
25 citations
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July 2013 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” This review discusses consensus guidelines for the use of acitretin in psoriasis, highlighting its ongoing utility in both mono and combination therapies, despite not always being recognized in treatment guidelines.
February 2009 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” This study found that fractional infrared technology may improve skin laxity and thickness in the cervical area without side effects in a small group of patients.
July 2025 in “Insights-Journal of Health and Rehabilitation” In this quasi-experimental study, a 12-week intermittent fasting regimen significantly improved insulin sensitivity and reduced HbA1c levels in overweight South Asian adults with prediabetes, suggesting a practical lifestyle strategy to potentially delay the onset of type 2 diabetes.
February 2022 in “International journal of reproduction, contraception, obstetrics and gynecology” This study concluded that acanthosis nigricans in female adolescents with PCOS is a marker of obesity but not an indicator of insulin resistance or glucose intolerance.
1 citations
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February 2025 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” This study found that transcutaneous electrical acustimulation aided wound healing in mice by enhancing expression of proteins related to signaling pathways, stress recovery, and mitochondrial function.
2 citations
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December 2022 in “PNAS nexus” In laboratory experiments, this study found that the topical prodrug SCD-153, a derivative of 4-methyl itaconate, reduced inflammation-related gene expression and induced significant hair growth in mice, suggesting it as a promising treatment candidate for alopecia areata.
40 citations
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August 2005 in “JEADV. Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology/Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” In this case report, a 3-year-old male with IFAP syndrome showed moderate improvement in skin symptoms and corneal erosions but no change in alopecia or photophobia after 6 months of acitretin therapy.
January 2021 in “Mastology” This study found that over 80% of women treated with paclitaxel who used a hypothermic glycerin-based hydrogel cap preserved at least 50% of their initial hair volume, suggesting scalp cooling may effectively prevent chemotherapy-induced alopecia.
May 2025 in “The Journal of Rheumatology” This case report details a rare instance of primary adrenal insufficiency as a manifestation of antiphospholipid syndrome, with the patient successfully managed through glucocorticoids, warfarin, and hydroxychloroquine.