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May 2011 in “Clinical cancer research” The topical inhibitor CUR61414 was not effective in treating basal cell carcinoma in human trials.
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May 2021 in “Polymers” Jojoba oil is highly valued for its diverse medicinal and industrial uses.
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February 2024 in “International Journal For Multidisciplinary Research” The herbal hair oil with natural extracts can improve hair health and reduce dandruff.
The treatment was ineffective in humans.
March 2021 in “Clin-Alert” The FDA warned about safety issues with remdesivir and tofacitinib, finasteride is linked to suicidality, potent topical corticosteroids increase osteoporosis risk, henna can cause hemolysis in G6PD deficiency, chemotherapeutic agents can cause adverse reactions, drug interactions are common in cancer patients, ketamine can reduce at-risk drinking, high dose of anticholinergics increases dementia risk in Parkinson's patients, and prenatal exposure to second-generation antipsychotics increases pregnancy complications.
Proretinal nanoparticles are a safe and effective way to deliver retinal to the skin.
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