28 citations
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March 2017 in “African Journal of Traditional Complementary and Alternative Medicines” This study found that linseed oil, rich in flavonoids and terpenoids, significantly improved burn wound healing in terms of faster contraction, reduced inflammation, and enhanced tissue regeneration compared to other treatments, without adverse effects.
February 2024 in “Oriental Journal of Chemistry/Oriental journal of chemistry” This review reports various ethnomedicinal uses, phytochemical components, and potential pharmacological effects of Eclipta alba, highlighting benefits like wound healing and neuroprotection, though it underscores the need for further mechanism-based studies and clinical trials.
17 citations
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October 2024 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” In this study, brepocitinib was found to significantly reduce inflammatory biomarker CCL5 expression and improve clinical severity by week 24, while maintaining a favorable safety profile.
January 2012 in “The Year book of dermatology” This study introduced the C-CAT, a new assessment tool for central centrifugal cicatricial alopecia, and found that established treatments improved symptoms in most patients over six months.
3 citations
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August 2022 in “Molecules/Molecules online/Molecules annual” This study found that microbial adenosine and biotin treatments derived from Staphylococcus epidermidis Cicaria culture may help inhibit hair loss by maintaining the hair's growth phase.
December 2025 in “UTTAR PRADESH JOURNAL OF ZOOLOGY” This study found that Notoedres cati infests about 5.5% of domestic cats in Hyderabad and suggests that Selamectin provides faster recovery than an Aloe vera and virgin coconut oil formulation, although both treatments are effective.
4 citations
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December 2015 in “Redalyc (Universidad Autónoma del Estado de México)” This case report documents the diagnosis and successful treatment of sebaceous adenitis in a cat with ciclosporin and emollients, noting substantial clinical improvement in the animal.
April 2024 in “Veterinary Science and Medicine Journal” In this study, researchers describe the causes and treatment of scabiosis in cats, identifying mites Sarcoptes scabiei and Notoedres cati as the culprits and detailing a therapeutic regimen including ivermectin, diphenhydramine, nutritional supplements, and sulfur shampoo that resulted in improved symptoms and hair regrowth.
February 2024 in “PloS one” This review concluded that oral tofacitinib and adalimumab are promising treatments for cicatricial alopecia, showing effectiveness in improving signs and symptoms but requiring regular monitoring for adverse effects. The authors emphasize the need for further extensive studies to solidify these findings.
March 2026 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” In this study, patients with active lymphocytic cicatricial alopecia showed significant improvement using a three-stage treatment regimen involving Tofacitinib, Apremilast, and Crisaborole, with 93.5% experiencing marked improvement and only three mild adverse events reported.
July 2024 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Brepocitinib improves cicatricial alopecia and reduces key immune markers.
46 citations
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March 2006 in “Seminars in Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” This review discusses treatment strategies for cicatricial alopecia based on histopathologic findings, emphasizing the challenges due to overlapping and evolving histopathologic features, but reports no new clinical results.
January 2026 in “Updates in clinical dermatology”
59 citations
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February 2003 in “Veterinary Dermatology” This narrative review discusses the use of cyclosporin for various skin diseases in small animals and notes minimal side effects at therapeutic doses, but reports no original clinical findings.
March 2025 in “Buletin Veteriner Udayana” In this study, a domestic cat diagnosed with scabiosis and Felicola subrostratus infestation was successfully treated with ivermectin, diphenhydramine, fish oil, sulfur soap, and topical fipronil, showing good treatment outcomes.
August 2025 in “Fabad Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences” This review highlights that bicalutamide, a non-steroidal antiandrogen used in prostate cancer treatment, is mainly effective through its (R)-enantiomer and emphasizes the need to monitor its adverse effects despite its targeted antiandrogenic action.
1 citations
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January 2020 in “Journal of Feline Medicine and Surgery Open Reports” This study reports the first documented case of a cat with non-thymoma-associated exfoliative dermatitis showing both clinical and histological resolution after treatment with ciclosporin A, suggesting it may be an effective therapy for this immune-mediated condition.
December 2018 in “International journal of women’s dermatology” Early diagnosis and strong corticosteroids are crucial for managing lymphocytic cicatricial alopecia.
May 2026 in “Bioorganic Chemistry”
16 citations
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August 2004 in “Tetrahedron” In this study, all stereoisomers of cyoctol were synthesized and tested, revealing that contrary to initial patent claims, cyoctol does not function as an anti-androgen.
January 2026 in “The Pharma Innovation” This study describes the successful treatment of a stray kitten with Notoedric mange using a combination of Selamectin, benzyl peroxide shampoo, omega 3 and 6 supplements, and ayurvedic ointment, resulting in complete clinical recovery and negative skin scraping after six weeks.
August 2025 in “Skin Appendage Disorders” This study reported that the combination of tacrolimus, clobetasol, and minoxidil improved hair measurements and stabilized inflammation in primary cicatricial alopecia patients, with most tolerating the treatment well.
43 citations
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July 1984 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” This study found that women with common baldness treated with cyclical antiandrogen therapy for 52 weeks experienced increased hair density and a higher percentage of hairs in the anagen growth phase.
February 2025 in “Buletin Veteriner Udayana” In this study, therapy successfully resolved mite infections in a domestic cat, leading to improved skin and ear health, including reduced crusting and itchiness, and cleaner ears after 15 days.
36 citations
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June 2003 in “The journal of small animal practice/Journal of small animal practice” This case report describes a domestic shorthaired cat with pituitary-dependent hyperadrenocorticism treated with trilostane, which improved clinical signs, but the cat later succumbed to renal failure due to a fungal urinary tract infection.
June 2025 in “Veterinary Sciences” In this case study, a neutered British Shorthair cat with diabetes mellitus showed fast remission of facial skin issues using off-label oclacitinib, with no recurrence for 17 months, but required surgery for eyelid cicatrization.
May 2010 in “Journal of the Dermatology Nurses' Association” This article discusses cicatricial alopecias, focusing on diagnosis and management strategies, but reports no new clinical findings.
August 2023 in “Veterinary Record Case Reports” This case report highlights the successful treatment of degenerative mucinotic mural folliculitis in a 1.5-year-old indoor cat using high-dose ciclosporin, resulting in the resolution of alopecia and improved general condition over a 10-month period.
22 citations
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October 2012 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This study found that C57BL/6 mice with a diet containing specific levels of vitamin A showed alterations in retinoid metabolism and increased frequency of cicatricial alopecias, suggesting dietary factors may play a role in this condition.