October 2022 in “Hair Transplantation” This chapter reviews the available options for camouflaging hair loss and thinning, discussing their advantages and disadvantages, but reports no new clinical results.
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January 2016 in “Hair transplant forum international” This article compiles internet forum posts discussing differences between brand-name and generic finasteride pills, but it presents no new clinical findings.
August 2026 in “PLoS ONE” This study will evaluate the clinical efficacy, patient-reported outcomes, and economic impact of the PAXMAN® PSCS 2 automated scalp cooling system versus standard cold-cap therapy to prevent chemotherapy-induced hair loss in women with localized breast cancer during anthracycline and taxane treatment.
June 2026 in “Journal of health economics and outcomes research” In this study, researchers found that ritlecitinib 50 mg offered a lower cost per responder than baricitinib 2 or 4 mg at both 24 and 52 weeks for treating severe alopecia areata, suggesting potential implications for reimbursement or formulary decisions.
April 2022 in “Reproductive health of woman” This article reviews the diagnostic challenges of polycystic ovary syndrome in adolescents, discussing criteria, symptoms overlap with normal puberty, and treatment strategies, but it reports no new clinical findings.
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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June 2025 in “Supportive Care in Cancer” This study found that adjuvant docetaxel chemotherapy is linked to higher rates of dissatisfaction and chronic alopecia compared to paclitaxel chemotherapy, suggesting these outcomes should be discussed with patients before using docetaxel regimens.
November 2007 in “Journal of Generic Medicines” Europe strengthened medicine regulations, increased protection against counterfeit drugs, and made it tougher to challenge comparative advertising, while also focusing on patent law enforcement and updating plant protection rules.
September 2011 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” The birth control pill containing ethinylestradiol and chlormadinone may help treat acne and other skin and hair conditions related to hormones.
November 2024 in “Open Repository of the University of Porto (University of Porto)” Tailored medication preparation and ongoing education are crucial for effective treatments.
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February 2011 in “VTechWorks (Virginia Tech)” This thesis explored the relationship between wholesale and retail prescription drug prices and concluded that unexpected negative mark-ups and inaccurate wholesale price comparisons suggest further investigation is needed.
July 2026 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology”
In this large retrospective study, patients using compounded topical finasteride and minoxidil through a telehealth platform for male androgenetic alopecia reported high satisfaction and low incidence of side effects, with no need for higher care or treatment discontinuation due to adverse reactions.
May 2015 in “Cancer research” This study found that persistent significant alopecia was a common side effect following FEC-docetaxel chemotherapy, with a 33.4% global incidence, highlighting the need for awareness and potential preventative measures like cooling caps during treatment.
January 2004 in “Chinese Journal of New Drugs and Clinical Remedies”
January 2021 in “Mastology” This study found that over 80% of women treated with paclitaxel who used a hypothermic glycerin-based hydrogel cap preserved at least 50% of their initial hair volume, suggesting scalp cooling may effectively prevent chemotherapy-induced alopecia.
January 2011 in “Reactions Weekly” September 2023 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Recognizing IPPP is crucial to prevent misdiagnosis and unnecessary treatments.
April 2010 in “Nature Reviews Urology” May 2024 in “Reactions weekly”
April 2024 in “Pharmacoepidemiology and drug safety (Print)” This study found that using at least one ICD-10 code for alopecia in Medicaid claims data accurately identified alopecia in women of childbearing age, with positive predictive values between 95.3% and 100% across various algorithms tested.
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April 2002 in “PubMed” This study found that the oral contraceptive containing drospirenone (EE/DRSP) was as effective as EE/CPA in reducing acne lesions, sebum production, and hair growth in women with acne.
January 2014 in “Revista del Hospital Juárez de México” The authors concluded that preoperative treatment with finasteride for a month effectively reduced perioperative bleeding and shortened hospital stays in patients undergoing transurethral resection of the prostate.
This study observed that women using combined oral contraceptives experienced more nausea, vomiting, and hair loss, while those on Depo-Provera were more likely to gain weight.
March 1996 in “Hair transplant forum international” This article discusses the introduction and market presence of the Italian hair product Kevis but presents no new clinical findings.
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June 2014 in “Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences” This study found that the HPCH-based formulation P-08–016 may facilitate finasteride deposition in the dermis, potentially offering an alternative to systemic therapy by minimizing systemic absorption.
May 2007 in “Inpharma Weekly”
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December 2012 in “Canadian Urological Association Journal” This report from a consensus meeting concluded that while 5-alpha reductase inhibitors are beneficial for BPH treatment and prostate cancer risk reduction, their role in clinical practice should be more widely integrated into prostate management guidelines.
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February 2003 in “Farmaco” Method quickly measures finasteride concentration in capsules.
September 2025 in “Middle East Current Psychiatry” In this study, caregivers of patients with chronic skin diseases such as psoriasis, vitiligo, and alopecia areata reported significant burdens, including stress and lack of time, which negatively impacted their quality of life, particularly in those caring for psoriasis patients.