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August 1978 in “Dicp-The annals of pharmacotherapy” A liquid protein diet caused hair loss in a young woman.
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January 2016 in “Journal of Evolution of medical and Dental Sciences” This study found that platelet rich plasma was more effective than minoxidil for treating androgenetic alopecia in males, with a good response observed in 76% of cases.
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August 1987 in “Archives of Dermatology” In this study, 28.5% of patients with extensive alopecia areata had complete hair regrowth during treatment with squaric acid dibutylester, with outcomes linked to shorter alopecia duration and prompt dermatitis development.
January 2024 in “JCPSP. Journal of the College of Physicians & Surgeons Pakistan” This study found that platelet-rich plasma therapy may be a useful alternative to 5% topical minoxidil for treating androgenetic alopecia, with differences in the effectiveness and patient satisfaction outcomes observed.
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July 2023 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Drug Research” This study developed an effective and reliable HPTLC method for the simultaneous measurement of linoleic acid and oleanolic acid in Eclipta alba.
December 2024 in “PubMed” In a case-series study, researchers reported significant hair regrowth in Alopecia Areata patients after three months of treatment with a topical preparation called Freezia cream, which was developed by specialized medical professionals and approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Health.
January 2021 in “Asian Journal of Research in Dermatological Science”
This abstract introduces TrichoFoam™, a new foaming vehicle for compounding pharmacies, designed to be a gentle, non-irritating option for alopecia treatment, acknowledging that current topical treatments are limited and oral products may cause adverse effects.
February 2025 in “ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces” This study found that a novel choline-based valproic acid ionic liquid significantly enhances transdermal penetration and promotes hair regrowth without causing irritation or toxicity, offering a promising treatment option for alopecia.
July 2025 in “Clinical Medicine” In this institution-based randomized trial, oral betamethasone mini-pulse therapy for alopecia areata showed a faster therapeutic response compared to oral tofacitinib, as measured by trichoscopic changes and achievement of 50% hair regrowth.
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October 2014 in “International Scholarly Research Notices” This review explores the medicinal properties of Eclipta alba and its phytoconstituents and reports their potential for developing new drugs, but presents no new research results.
This article describes the use of Croton tiglum seeds and Zingiber officianalis extract in treating alopecia areata with significant results, but does not report new clinical findings.
October 2023 in “International Journal of Dermatology and Venereology” Platelet-rich plasma may help with hair loss from androgenetic alopecia.
41 citations
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November 2015 in “The journal of investigative dermatology. Symposium proceedings/The Journal of investigative dermatology symposium proceedings” This study found that diphenylcyclopropenone therapy resulted in over 50% hair regrowth in 71% of alopecia totalis patients, with a significant relapse association with thyroid disease, suggesting treatment could be viable but should continue for at least two years.
January 2022 in “Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research” This study found that intradermal administration of PRP combined with oral biotin significantly increased hair regrowth in men with androgenetic alopecia, without notable side effects.
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June 2007 in “Veterinary Dermatology” In this study, amitraz was found to be an effective and well-tolerated treatment for resolving sarcoptic mange in alpacas, demonstrating no relapse over a 10-month follow-up.
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September 2009 in “Natural Product Research” In this study, petroleum ether extract of Citrullus colocynthis fruit effectively promoted hair growth in a mouse model of androgen-induced alopecia, showing comparable results to the standard treatment, finasteride.
April 2020 in “Dermatology and therapy” In this study, the novel 5% minoxidil formulation significantly increased scalp hydration and decreased redness in Indian men with androgenetic alopecia compared to alcohol-based formulations.
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January 2024 in “JEADV. Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology/Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” This consensus statement outlines a treatment algorithm for alopecia areata, detailing systemic treatment indications and options, including EMA-approved medications baricitinib and ritlecitinib for severe cases, as well as other off-label treatments and adjuvant therapies like oral minoxidil.
This study found that the novel alcohol-free topical foam CG2001, combining minoxidil and finasteride, was safe and well-tolerated in Chinese males with androgenetic alopecia, with significantly lower systemic exposure to finasteride compared to oral administration, potentially reducing sexual side effects.
This study assessed the effects of a formulation containing millet extract, wheat germ oil, L-cystine, and calcium pantothenate on women with telogen effluvium using Digital Phototrichogram, but it reports no new results.
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September 2023 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” This study focused on baricitinib's effect on patients with severe alopecia areata, highlighting its efficacy for hair regrowth and its potential to improve health-related quality of life and psychological symptoms, as seen in two phase 3 trials.
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December 2012 in “PubMed” 1 citations
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January 2024 in “Dermatologic Therapy” This study found that combining excimer light at 308 nm with tacrolimus 0.1% was more effective in treating alopecia areata of the scalp compared to excimer light alone, as indicated by a greater reduction in the SALT score and better improvement in Treg function.
July 2023 in “Research Square (Research Square)” In this study, the application of topical cetirizine 1% once daily for four months in Egyptian male patients with androgenetic alopecia led to a significant increase in terminal hairs and improved hair diversity, with promising safety and efficacy outcomes.
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December 2022 in “Journal of cosmetic dermatology” This study found that combining a potent steroid with a vitamin D analogue may offer more convenient treatment for localized alopecia areata than using a superpotent steroid alone, with comparable efficacy but fewer side effects.
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April 2025 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study found that using Alastin Restorative Skin Complex Serum 2.0 with TriHex Technology for 12 weeks significantly improved facial skin hydration, elasticity, and overall quality in individuals with moderate to severe skin aging, with histological evidence showing new collagen and elastin fibers.
February 2013 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Finasteride solution helps treat hair loss.
This review found that various treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and platelet-rich plasma, combined with supplements, showed positive responses in combating androgenetic alopecia. The study specifically highlighted finasteride's effectiveness in increasing hair growth, with different dosages yielding notable improvements in both men and pre-menopausal women.