research Safety Considerations and Monitoring in Patients Treated with Systemic Medications for Acne
Some acne medications have side effects; doctors should educate patients and may not need to do frequent lab tests for all.
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research Therapeutic Response of Facial Papules and Inflammation in Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia to Low-Dose Oral Isotretinoin
Low-dose oral isotretinoin improved hair loss and facial bumps in patients with a specific type of hair loss.
research Pill Organizers and Cutters: Risks and Restrictions on Use
Pill organizers and cutters can help with taking medication regularly but may affect the medication's effectiveness and safety.
research Minoxidil: A Review of Its Pharmacological Properties and Therapeutic Use
Minoxidil effectively treats severe hypertension but may cause side effects, so careful monitoring is needed.
research Finasteride for Female Androgenetic Alopecia
Finasteride increases hair density in female androgenetic alopecia, but individual results may vary.
research A Novel Finasteride 0.25% Topical Solution for Androgenetic Alopecia: Pharmacokinetics and Effects on Plasma Androgen Levels in Healthy Male Volunteers
New finasteride solution effectively reduces baldness-causing hormone, potentially with fewer side effects.
research Weekly Docetaxel in Minimally Pretreated Cancer Patients: A Dose-Escalation Study Focused on Feasibility and Cumulative Toxicity of Long-Term Administration
Giving docetaxel weekly at 40 mg/m² is manageable and has low toxicity for cancer patients.
research Molecular Targeted Therapies for Cancer: Sorafenib Monotherapy and Its Combination with Other Therapies
Sorafenib helps some advanced cancers alone or with other treatments, but not all, and research continues to improve its use.
research Pharmacologic Modulation of Sebaceous Gland Activity: Mechanisms and Clinical Applications
The document concludes that new treatments are needed to better manage acne and reduce side effects related to current therapies.
research The Rationale for Physiological Testosterone Replacement in Women
Testosterone replacement may help post-menopausal women with androgen insufficiency, but more research is needed on its benefits and risks.
research Guidelines for the Use of Acitretin in Psoriasis
Acitretin is effective for severe psoriasis and can be used long-term due to no immunosuppression, but must be carefully monitored for side effects and is not for pregnant women.
research Topical Ketoconazole for the Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia: A Systematic Review
Ketoconazole may help regrow hair and increase follicle size, but more research needed.
research Oral Testosterone With and Without Concomitant Inhibition of 5α-Reductase by Dutasteride in Hypogonadal Men for 28 Days
Taking oral testosterone with or without dutasteride increases testosterone levels and could be an effective treatment for low testosterone.
research Recommendations for Endocrine Treatment of Patients with Gender Dysphoria
The document concludes that hormone therapy is essential for treating gender dysphoria, with specific drugs and monitoring protocols recommended for safety and effectiveness.
research Efficacy and Safety of Different JAK Inhibitors in the Treatment of Alopecia Areata: A Network Meta-Analysis
Oral baricitinib and ruxolitinib are effective and safe for treating alopecia areata.
research The Role of Androgens in Hormone Replacement Therapy
Androgen therapy can help with symptoms like low libido in women, but more research is needed to understand its long-term safety and effects on health.
research Hormonal, Medical, and Nonsurgical Aspects of Gender Affirmation
The document concludes that gender-affirming treatments are essential for transgender individuals and outlines safe hormone therapy practices.
research Office Management of the Adolescent with Diabetes Mellitus
The document recommends a team-based approach and personalized care for managing diabetes in teenagers.
research The Use of Phosphodiesterase Inhibitors for the Treatment of Alopecia
Caffeine shows promise for treating some types of hair loss, but more research is needed.
research Interpretation of Laboratory Data and General Physical Examination by Pharmacists
Pharmacists should interpret lab data and perform physical exams to improve patient care.
research Acne in Children: Presentation and Treatment Overview
Acne in children varies by age and severity, requires a pediatric treatment approach, and may need diagnostic evaluation for underlying conditions.
research Invasive Aspergillosis in a Patient with Asthma Post H1N1 Pneumonia
A woman with asthma improved from a severe fungal infection after treatment change, and most HIV-positive women in a UK study had low immune cell counts but were responding well to treatment.
research Industry Update: The Latest Developments in the Field of Therapeutic Delivery, July 2018
New partnerships, clinical trials, and drug approvals marked progress in therapeutic delivery in July 2018.
research Scalp Cooling Therapy for Chemotherapy-Induced Hair Loss in Asian Patients with Breast or Gynecological Cancers – A Tertiary Institution Experience
Scalp cooling therapy helps preserve hair during chemotherapy for most patients.
research A Prospective Observational Study on Drug Safety Monitoring and Pharmacoeconomics in Patients with Locally Advanced Unresectable NSCLC in a Tertiary Care Hospital
Carboplatin-paclitaxel is preferred for advanced lung cancer due to its balance of affordability and patient well-being.
research Systemic Corticosteroids in Vitiligo
Systemic corticosteroids can help treat rapidly spreading vitiligo but require more research for safer use.
research Efficacy and Safety of Docetaxel in the Elderly
Docetaxel is safe and works well for older people with cancer, with manageable side effects.
research Metformin Effects on Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
Metformin may help regulate periods and cause modest weight loss in PCOS patients, but more research is needed.
research Pegylated Liposomal Doxorubicin: Metamorphosis of an Old Drug into a New Form of Chemotherapy
Doxil is an effective, modified chemotherapy drug with a unique toxicity profile and shows promise in treating certain cancers.
research Interferon Alfa-2a in the Treatment of Cutaneous T Cell Lymphoma
Interferon alfa-2a is effective for treating cutaneous T cell lymphoma but has significant side effects.