January 2021 in “Social Science Research Network” In this study, researchers developed and optimized ethanol-free microemulsion systems for transdermal finasteride delivery, finding that the predicted formulations closely matched their physical and chemical characteristics, potentially reducing adverse effects compared to oral administration.
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January 1980 in “Computer Physics Communications”
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January 2009 in “Colloids and Surfaces B: Biointerfaces” This study found that dimethylpabamidopropyl laurdimonium tosylate, a quaternary ammonium surfactant, adsorbs onto human scalp hair with kinetic and isotherm behaviors fitting specific models, changing hair fiber wettability from hydrophobic to hydrophilic.
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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.
October 2025 in “Carbohydrate Polymer Technologies and Applications” This study investigated improving Finasteride's water solubility using trimethyl-β-cyclodextrin (TM-β-CD) and β-cyclodextrin (β-CD) as carriers, finding that β-CD improved Fin's cumulative release, while TM-β-CD enhanced its solubility, with computational data supporting these outcomes.
June 2024 in “International Journal for Research in Applied Science and Engineering Technology” This study aimed to formulate and evaluate a herbal hair gel using flax seed and aloe vera for promoting hair development and combating dandruff, finding that one formulation maintained long-term stability and antifungal efficacy.
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April 2006 in “International Journal of Dermatology” This article reviews the potential for α-difluoromethylornithine to help control hair growth and prevent cancer, but it does not present new clinical results.
April 2017 in “DR-NTU (Nanyang Technological University)” This study found that adjusting the polymer gel composition can create a more consistent release profile of finasteride with reduced initial burst release, enhancing patient compliance through in situ polymer precipitation.
December 2024 in “European Journal of Medicinal Plants” This study developed a polyherbal powder shampoo utilizing natural ingredients, with formulation F6 demonstrating optimal cleaning action and foaming index, along with satisfactory physicochemical properties, making it the preferred formula among the tested variations.
January 2023 in “RSC Advances” This study found that two eco-friendly analytical methods for quantifying Finasteride and Tadalafil in a new dosage form were effective, green, and suitable for quality control.
January 2005 in “Zhongguo yaowu huaxue zazhi” This study successfully developed a synthetic route for finasteride that achieves a 30.6% yield and is suitable for industrial production, avoiding the use of expensive or poisonous reagents.
January 1988 in “Toxicological Sciences” In this study, a single oral dose of 2,3,4,7,8-pentachlorodibenzofuran in male Fischer rats led to dose-dependent toxicity, resulting in weight loss, hepatotoxicity, and mortality.
This study investigated the molecular mechanisms behind the formation of drug-polymer inclusion complexes and found that carbamazepine can self-assemble into stable channel structures without guest polymers, unlike griseofulvin, which requires guest molecules for structural stability.
July 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study evaluated a herbal anti-dandruff shampoo containing fenugreek and hibiscus and found it had good cleansing action, stable foam, satisfactory pH, and caused no skin irritation, suggesting it may be an effective alternative to synthetic shampoos.
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December 2008 in “Journal of Chemical Crystallography” This study reports the crystal structure and geometric parameters of a modified Finasteride derivative, highlighting significant differences in dihedral angles compared to its solvated analog and computational models.
April 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study formulated a herbal anti-dandruff shampoo using natural ingredients, which showed desirable characteristics such as satisfactory foam stability and effective cleansing ability, comparable to standard formulations; however, further studies are recommended to assess its long-term safety.
January 2004 in “Zhōnghuá yàoxué zázhì” This study successfully synthesized finasteride using a method that avoids expensive reagents and column chromatography, achieving a higher yield than previously reported.
June 1967 in “Journal of Cellular Physiology” This study developed an in vitro 3D organoid model using dermal papilla spheroids and found that it enhances growth factor expression and extracellular matrix production, which could aid drug screening for hair regeneration.
This study found that Finasteride Dispersible Tablets, prepared with an optimized prescription, disintegrate quickly, disperse well, and have a high dissolution speed, suitable for industrial production.
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September 2021 in “Physiology News” The abstract contains only graphic design specifications and reports no new research findings.
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January 1999 in “Journal of Liquid Chromatography & Related Technologies” This article discusses using high performance liquid chromatography to optimize mobile phase composition for separating synthesis products of Finasteride, without reporting new clinical results.
June 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study developed and tested a herbal shampoo incorporating natural extracts like curry leaves, neem, and fenugreek, finding that these formulations reduced dandruff and improved hair health while being non-irritating and stable; the curry leaf shampoo excelled in cleansing performance.
December 2023 in “The journal of physical chemistry. B (1997 : Online)” This study explored the potential of human hair keratin as a filtration material, finding that it may effectively absorb the pollutants diclofenac and perfluorobutanesulfonate. The researchers reported significant binding affinities through molecular simulations, supporting further investigation into keratin's use for water purification.
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November 2023 in “Journal of Innovations in Applied Pharmaceutical Science (JIAPS)” In this study, researchers developed a neem oil-based emulgel showcasing anti-dandruff properties with controlled dual release, observing formulation F5 providing a 65.27% release after 8 hours and the highest antifungal inhibition against Candida albicans.
In this study, researchers successfully synthesized a rigid 3a-arylhexahydropentalene-1,6-dione from the easily accessible starting material cyclopent-2-en-1-one, highlighting a structural motif common in natural products and pharmaceuticals.
January 2025 in “International Journal of Drug Delivery Technology” In this study, researchers developed a reliable HPLC method to simultaneously estimate Finasteride and Tadalafil in marketed formulations, showing precise, linear results with confirmed degradation susceptibility under certain stress conditions.
May 2023 in “Journal of Pharmaceutical Innovation”
June 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” In this study, researchers formulated and evaluated a herbal hair serum using natural ingredients, with formulation H3 showing superior viscosity, homogeneity, and stability. The authors suggest it may be a safe and effective natural option for enhancing hair nourishment and health.
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September 2023 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This study found that FucoPol hydrogel membranes can effectively deliver model drugs such as caffeine and diclofenac sodium via different loading methods, with notable mechanical and release properties, suggesting their potential as platforms for topical drug delivery.