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research The Dark Side of 5α-Reductase Inhibitors' Therapy: Sexual Dysfunction, High Gleason Grade Prostate Cancer, and Depression
5α-reductase inhibitors can cause sexual problems, higher risk of aggressive prostate cancer, and depression.
research Integrated Safety Analysis of Baricitinib in Adults With Severe Alopecia Areata From Two Randomized Clinical Trials
Baricitinib for severe alopecia areata is generally safe, with common side effects like infections and acne, and low rates of serious complications.
research Topical Eflornithine: Efficacy in Reducing Unwanted Facial Hair Growth in Women
Eflornithine cream effectively reduces women's unwanted facial hair but hair returns if treatment stops.
research Immune-Related Alopecia (Areata and Universalis) in Cancer Patients Receiving Immune Checkpoint Inhibitors
Cancer patients treated with immune checkpoint inhibitors may develop alopecia, but some hair regrowth is possible with treatment.
research Systemic Treatments for Alopecia Areata: A Systematic Review
No systemic treatment for alopecia areata has strong evidence of effectiveness.
research Cutaneous Manifestations Associated With Immune Checkpoint Inhibitors
Immune checkpoint inhibitors can cause skin issues but are linked to better cancer outcomes.
research Cellular Therapeutics and Immunotherapies in Wound Healing – On the Pulse of Time?
Cellular and immunotherapies show promise for healing chronic wounds but need more research.
research Long-Term Efficacy and Safety of Baricitinib in Patients With Severe Alopecia Areata: 104-Week Results From BRAVE-AA1 and BRAVE-AA2
Baricitinib is effective and safe for long-term use in severe alopecia areata, improving hair regrowth and quality of life with few side effects.
research Experience of a Private Hospital in the Federal District in Cryotherapy with a Hypothermal Cap for Patients Using Paclitaxel 80 mg/m² Weekly for 12 Weeks
Scalp cooling therapy helped over 80% of women keep at least half their hair during chemotherapy.
research Supplementary Material for: Finasteride and Suicide: A Postmarketing Case Series
The study explored a possible link between finasteride use and suicide.
research Patient-Reported Outcomes and Safety of Direct-to-Consumer Teledermatology for Finasteride in Male Androgenetic Alopecia
Most men using teledermatology for hair loss treatment saw improved hair and self-esteem, with some experiencing side effects.
research Index
Chemotherapy can cause skin issues and hair loss, and this guide explains how to manage them.
research Letter to the Editor: Androgenetic Alopecia; Drug Safety and Therapeutic Strategies
Dutasteride is a safe and effective treatment for hair loss.
research Medications Most Commonly Associated With Erectile Dysfunction: Evaluation Of The Food And Drug Administration National Pharmacovigilance Database
Certain medications, especially 5-α reductase inhibitors and neuropsychiatric drugs, are often linked to erectile dysfunction.
research Safety and Patient-Reported Outcomes in Patients With Hormone Receptor-Positive, HER2-Negative Advanced Breast Cancer Treated With CDK4/6 Inhibitors in China: A Cross-Sectional Study
Dalpiciclib is the safest and most satisfying CDK4/6 inhibitor for advanced breast cancer patients in China.
research Medications Most Commonly Associated with Erectile Dysfunction: Evaluation of the Food and Drug Administration National Pharmacovigilance Database
Certain medications, especially 5-alpha reductase inhibitors, are commonly linked to erectile dysfunction.
research NUDT15, FTO, and RUNX1 Genetic Variants and Thiopurine Intolerance Among Japanese Patients With Inflammatory Bowel Diseases
Genotyping for NUDT15 p.Arg139Cys can help predict thiopurine side effects in Japanese IBD patients.
research Drug-Induced Hair Color Changes
Some medications can cause rare hair color changes, and reporting these side effects is important for patient quality of life.
research Retrospective Analysis of Smell and Taste Disturbances Associated with Dermatologic Medications Reported to the United States Food and Drug Administration and Relevance to COVID-19 Infections
AGA might indicate higher risk for severe COVID-19.
research Drugs Associated the Most with Male-Factor Infertility: Assessment of the 2010-2020 Food and Drug Administration Pharmacovigilance Database
Finasteride and testosterone are the drugs most linked to male infertility, but many other potential drugs may be under-reported.
research Sunscreen: Cosmetic or Medical Therapy?
The conclusion is that finasteride is linked to an increased risk of suicidal thoughts and a higher risk of completed suicide when used for hair loss.
research Finasteride-Associated Suicide and Depression in Men Treated for Hypogonadism and Impotence
Finasteride alone increases suicide risk, but combining it with other treatments reduces this risk.
research The Development of Oral Hairy Leukoplakia During JAK Inhibitor Baricitinib Therapy
A man developed oral hairy leukoplakia while on baricitinib, a medication for alopecia and arthritis, and doctors should watch for such side effects.
research The Utility of DHL-HisZnNa, a Novel Antioxidant, Against Anticancer Agent-Induced Alopecia in Breast Cancer Patients: A Multicenter Phase II Clinical Trial
DHL-HisZnNa may help reduce hair loss from chemotherapy, but more research is needed.
research Calcipotriene Plus Betamethasone Dipropionate Gel: A New Combination Therapy for Scalp Psoriasis
The new gel combining calcipotriene and betamethasone is effective and safe for treating scalp psoriasis.
research A Randomized Double-Blind Controlled Study Evaluating Efficacy and Safety of Vatika Enriched Coconut Hair Oil on Hair Health in Women with Hair Fall and Dandruff
Vatika Enriched Coconut Hair Oil is safe and more effective than regular coconut oil for reducing hair fall and dandruff.
research Drugs That Affect Autonomic Functions or the Extrapyramidal System
Some drugs can cause serious side effects like heart issues and nervous system problems, but certain drugs for Parkinson's and overactive bladder may be safer, though they still have some common side effects.
research Assessing Finasteride-Associated Sexual Dysfunction Using the FAERS Database
Finasteride use linked to increased risk of sexual dysfunction, especially in younger people.
research Real-World Effectiveness, Safety, and Tolerability of Cetosomal Minoxidil 5% Alone and in Combination With Finasteride 0.1% in the Management of Androgenetic Alopecia
Cetosomal minoxidil alone and with finasteride is effective and well-tolerated for hair loss treatment.