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October 2003 in “Developmental biology” This study identified ectodin as a novel BMP inhibitor that modulates BMP signaling in ectodermal development by interacting with SHH and FGF pathways.
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November 2017 in “Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences” This research investigated aqueous alginate-based hydrogels for delivering minoxidil and reported that using hydroxypropyl-β-cyclodextrin (HP-β-CD) with molar substitution 0.65 significantly enhanced minoxidil's solubility and skin permeability without damaging the epidermis, suggesting potential as an alternative to commercial minoxidil solutions.
May 2008 in “Trends in Urology Gynaecology & Sexual Health” This study found that continuous use of loop diuretics may double the rate of bone loss in elderly men compared to intermittent or non-use.
4 citations
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November 2024 in “International Journal of Biological Macromolecules” In this study, the researchers developed a cellulose nanofiber-based scaffold containing sitagliptin and zinc sulfide nanoparticles, which promoted scarless healing and hair follicle regeneration in rats by targeting DPP4+ fibroblasts, suggesting a novel approach for improved wound healing and skin regeneration.
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October 2018 in “Ukraïnsʹkij žurnal dermatologìï, venerologìï, kosmetologìï” In this study, the researchers reported that women with diffuse telogen alopecia who took Wolvit® (biotin 5 mg) daily for 3 months showed a significant decrease in hair in the telogen phase and an increase in hair thickness and growth speed.
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September 2017 in “RGO - Revista Gaúcha de Odontologia” This review discusses the current understanding of tooth-derived stem cells for periodontal tissue engineering and highlights the heterogeneity and lack of standardization in selecting appropriate stem cell populations; it reports no new experimental results.
10 citations
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June 2018 in “Aaps Pharmscitech” The flutamide-loaded hydrogel is a promising, skin-friendly treatment for acne and hair loss, potentially requiring less frequent application.
November 2025 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” March 2026 in “Advanced Healthcare Materials”
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January 2017 in “Annals of Dermatology” This study found that among patients with twenty-nail dystrophy, those treated with oral cyclosporine in combination with a dietary supplement showed significantly better improvement in nail condition and quality of life than those treated with the supplement alone.
This study reports various adverse effects associated with different doses and administration methods of a medical treatment, including gastrointestinal issues and hair loss, leading to modifications or discontinuations in some patients.
208 citations
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November 2000 in “Development” This study found that while Eda and Edar proteins interact in vitro, their roles in dental development differ, with downless mutant mice showing distinct tooth defects compared to tabby mutants.
January 2012 in “Medical Journal of Babylon” January 2005 in “Zhōnghuá yàoxué zázhì” This study concluded that two different finasteride tablet formulations are bioequivalent based on their pharmacokinetic profiles in a crossover trial with male subjects.
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.
June 2021 in “Pharmaceutical sciences” This study found that flutamide emulgels with 1% Transcutol P enhanced percutaneous absorption through rat skin more effectively than other formulations tested.
July 2018 in “DOAJ (DOAJ: Directory of Open Access Journals)” This study found that finasteride delivered through a nano-transferosomal gel showed improved penetration through skin layers compared to a conventional gel, suggesting a potential alternative for oral administration.
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February 2006 in “Analytical Biochemistry” This study reported a simple and validated gas chromatography method to accurately measure finasteride in tablets, showing equivalency to the official method with no significant differences.
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April 2024 in “Urology Annals” Taking dutasteride every other day works as well as daily and better preserves sexual function.
This study found that Dex-loaded hyaluronic acid hydrogel microneedles significantly reduced pain in an acute inflammatory visceral pain model without sedation, suggesting a promising and patient-friendly alternative to intravenous delivery.
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August 2023 in “Journal of Dentomaxillofacial Science” This study found that freeze-dried homologous platelet-rich plasma (FD HPRP) increased osteocalcin levels in cultured osteoblasts, suggesting its potential to support bone regeneration in periodontal treatment.
January 2023 in “Medicines” This study reported that using micronized-gingival connective tissues appeared safe and showed initial efficacy for reconstructing peri-implant soft tissues, suggesting potential as an alternative to traditional grafting methods.
January 2026 in “Elsevier eBooks” August 2025 in “Rare Metals” In this study, carbon dots derived from metformin and dopamine (MD‐CDs) effectively promoted healing in bacterial-infected wounds by inhibiting infection, expediting inflammation-to-healing transition, enhancing cell proliferation and migration, and fostering collagen deposition and hair follicle regeneration.
January 2020 in “Animal Husbandry Dairy and Veterinary Science” This case report describes a Labrador retriever with arthrosis whose symptoms improved after sequential treatments including corticosteroids and tetracycline, leading to the resolution of dermatitis and nodular tumors.
March 2024 in “International Journal of Dermatology” In this case report, a 40-year-old male with alopecia universalis and twenty-nail dystrophy showed significant nail improvement and partial hair regrowth after six months of baricitinib treatment, improving his quality of life.
May 2026 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” This study reports a 10-year-old boy with ectodermal dysplasia and progressive balding experienced reduced hair shedding and increased hair density after four months of sublingual minoxidil treatment, without side-effects.
24 citations
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November 2009 in “Pharmaceutical Development and Technology” This study found that Transcutol P significantly enhanced the skin penetration of Finasteride in vitro, while cationic and anionic surfactants did not show such effects.
6 citations
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June 2024 in “Gels” In this study, researchers used 3D printing combined with cryogenic crosslinking to develop gelatin/oxidized alginate scaffolds and found that adding 5% hydroxyapatite improved mechanical properties and osteogenic effects, enhancing bone tissue regeneration, though 10% hydroxyapatite offered no additional osteogenic benefits and reduced shape fidelity.
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October 2021 in “Antibiotics” This study observed that post-surgical use of chlorhexidine digluconate mouth rinse in patients may induce a fibrotic transformation in gingival tissue, promoting a scar-like wound healing response.