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February 2017 in “MOJ bioequivalence & bioavailability” Treating hair loss effectively may require a multi-sided approach, using different treatments together, and topical treatments could be more effective and safer than oral ones.
January 2020 in “Journal of dermatology research and therapy” Most over-the-counter hair loss treatments lack strong evidence of effectiveness but cost nearly as much as the proven treatment, minoxidil.
160 citations,
January 2009 in “Clinical Drug Investigation” HairMax LaserComb® effectively promotes hair growth and stops hair loss in males with androgenetic alopecia, with no serious side effects.
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March 2006 in “Cns Drug Reviews” Finasteride treats enlarged prostate and hair loss, but may cause side effects in some patients.
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December 2015 in “Drugs” New treatments for a chronic skin condition show promise, but individualized plans are crucial due to varying responses.
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July 2008 in “Drug Discovery Today” Current treatments for male pattern baldness include minoxidil and finasteride, with new options being developed.
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January 2015 in “Journal of drug assessment” Finasteride gel effectively and safely reduces hair thickness in women with excessive hair growth.
December 2011 in “Drug Research” The document shows the state of pharmaceutical patents as of 1999, focusing on treatments for various diseases.
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August 2009 in “Expert Opinion on Drug Discovery” We need better ways to test and understand SARMs to make safer and more effective treatments.
March 2023 in “Journal of Drugs in Dermatology” Hormonal therapies, especially antiandrogens, can help manage Hidradenitis Suppurativa.
January 2021 in “Indian journal of drugs in dermatology” Combining minoxidil with MS injections leads to better hair regrowth in men.
Isotretinoin and tazarotene help treat acne, while minoxidil and finasteride promote hair growth.
24 citations,
April 2005 in “The Journal of Dermatology” Putting ketoconazole on the skin can help mice grow hair.
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September 2008 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” Roxithromycin, an antibiotic, can increase hair growth and might be used as a treatment for hair loss.
March 2024 in “Biomedical reports” Isoflavone may help manage PCOS symptoms, but its effectiveness is uncertain.
16 citations,
September 2018 in “Journal of Ethnopharmacology” Plant-based remedies may treat hair loss by reducing inflammation and improving insulin resistance.
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December 2019 in “Biomedical dermatology” Minoxidil works faster, but ketoconazole is a safer alternative for female hair loss.
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February 2005 in “Steroids” Four new compounds were more effective than finasteride in treating prostate issues and hair loss, with one being 100 times more active and safe for use.
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November 2018 in “Breast Cancer Research and Treatment” The medications 5α-reductase inhibitors and spironolactone are generally safe for breast cancer patients on endocrine therapies and do not significantly increase breast cancer risk.
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December 2015 in “BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine” A new plant extract from Avicennia marina could potentially be used to treat common hair loss.
17 citations,
August 2011 in “Current Medicinal Chemistry” New treatments for enlarged prostate are being developed, some of which may be more effective than current medications.
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November 2002 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology” Saw palmetto causes allergic reaction, minoxidil causes skin irritation; use cautiously for hair loss.
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August 2017 in “Pharmaceutical medicine” Most doctors know the thrombosis risk with Cyproterone/Ethinylestradiol, but some lack details on less common risks and patient instructions; educational materials are underused but useful.
July 2011 in “Springer eBooks” The document concluded that FDA-approved treatments like minoxidil and finasteride are effective for hair loss, while the effectiveness of natural remedies and other non-approved treatments is not well-supported by evidence.
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January 1993 in “The Prostate” Finasteride effectively inhibits 5α reductase, while plant extracts like Permixon and Bazoton don't show significant results.
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March 2010 in “Food and Chemical Toxicology” Zizyphus jujuba essential oil can promote hair growth.
65 citations,
July 2020 in “Science Advances” Dermal exosomes with miR-218-5p boost hair growth by controlling β-catenin signaling.
55 citations,
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