1 citations,
July 2017 in “Global journal of pharmacy & pharmaceutical sciences” A new hair loss treatment was created using minoxidil and tretinoin in stable niosomes, which effectively released the drugs over time.
February 2024 in “Cancers” New treatments targeting androgen receptors show promise for drug-resistant prostate cancer.
October 2023 in “Naunyn-Schmiedeberg's Archives of Pharmacology” Custom software found that common allergy drugs might have new uses for various conditions and could improve survival in some cancers.
June 2023 in “Pharmaceuticals” Men and women respond differently to drugs for COVID-19, high cholesterol, and diabetes, which suggests a need for personalized treatments.
2 citations,
November 2022 in “Biosensors” A new, efficient method has been developed to detect darolutamide and thalidomide, drugs used for certain hair loss and prostate cancer treatments, in pharmaceuticals and body fluids.
April 2024 in “Bioactive materials” New microneedle treatment with growth factors and a hair loss drug shows better and faster hair growth results than current treatments.
January 2024 in “Journal of Biosciences and Medicines” Future treatments for androgenic alopecia may focus on reactivating hair follicle stem cells and improving drug delivery.
August 2023 in “Health Sciences and Pharmacy Journal” Herbal therapies may effectively treat alopecia with fewer side effects than synthetic drugs.
January 2023 in “Applied sciences” Equisetum debile extracts may help with skin whitening, anti-wrinkle, and anti-hair loss treatments.
21 citations,
June 2022 in “Molecules” Perilla frutescens, an East Asian plant, contains 400 bioactive compounds that have various health benefits, including anti-inflammatory, antidepressant, and anticancer effects, and can treat conditions like diabetes, skin allergies, and neurological disorders.
1 citations,
November 2011 in “British journal of pharmacology” Enzymes are classified into six types and are essential for many biological processes, with only a few targeted by drugs.
May 2022 in “Current Enzyme Inhibition” Compound 7b is a promising candidate for treating benign prostatic hyperplasia and prostate cancer.
3 citations,
February 2021 in “Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine” The Chinese herbal supplement BeauTop can potentially boost hair growth and thickness by increasing a protein called Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor.
September 2023 in “Medicine” The research suggests immune system changes and specific gene expression may contribute to male hair loss, proposing potential new treatments.
12 citations,
August 2021 in “International Journal of Biological Macromolecules” Poria cocos polysaccharides and finasteride both help treat chronic nonbacterial prostatitis, but Poria cocos polysaccharides also improve gut health.
4 citations,
August 2022 in “The Scientific World Journal” Merremia peltata leaf extract, particularly the bufotalinin compound, shows potential for treating hair loss.
44 citations,
September 2020 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” New treatments are needed for PCOS that target its genetic, hormonal, and metabolic causes.
10 citations,
February 2021 in “International Journal of Nanomedicine” Chitosan-decorated finasteride nanosystems improve skin retention and could be a better treatment for hair loss.
7 citations,
March 2020 in “Journal of King Saud University. Science/Maǧallaẗ ǧāmiʹaẗ al-malik Saʹūd. al-ʹUlūm” AiQingHua oil improves blood flow and promotes hair growth in mice.
5 citations,
October 2021 in “Journal of Ovarian Research” Cinnamon can help manage symptoms of polycystic ovary syndrome, improve menstrual cycles and fertility, and positively affect cholesterol and blood sugar levels, but more research is needed to confirm these effects and find the best dosage.
5 citations,
June 2015 in “Chinese journal of natural medicines/Zhongguo tianran yaowu/Chinese Journal of Natural Medicines” Tripterygium wilfordii multiglycoside effectively reduced prostate enlargement in rats without harmful effects.
4 citations,
December 2021 in “Pharmacological Reports” Metformin is less effective in men with early-onset hair loss.
1 citations,
January 2020 in “Bioscience Reports” Long-term use of finasteride in women can cause hormonal changes, DNA damage, and menstrual issues.
November 2024 in “Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” Rosemary oil may effectively treat hair loss with fewer side effects, but more research is needed.
September 2024 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Hydrangea serrata extract may promote hair growth and improve hair health.
Solanum nigrum may help treat hair loss.
Justicia procumbens extract may help prevent hair loss and improve hair thickness and shine in a type of hair loss condition.
July 2023 in “Pharmacognosy Magazine” Cerasus serrulata flower extracts have strong antibacterial and antioxidant effects and may help prevent hair loss.
January 2008 in “Dermatology Online Journal” Hormonal therapy like cyproterone acetate and spironolactone may help female hair loss, but more research is needed, especially for pre-menopausal women.
50 citations,
April 2010 in “Biology direct” Low androgen levels might delay prostate cancer but could lead to more aggressive, therapy-resistant cancers.