November 2025 in “Open Repository of the University of Porto (University of Porto)” This report reviews a pharmacy internship experience, presenting activities and two scientific topics, but does not report new research findings.
November 2025 in “Open Repository of the University of Porto (University of Porto)” Pharmacists play a crucial role in customizing treatments and ensuring medication safety.
October 2025 in “Revista Ibero-Americana de Humanidades, Ciências e Educação” In this study, researchers found significant neuropsychiatric complications from dengue infection, such as anxiety, depression, and even mania, during acute and recovery phases, linked to inflammatory responses and potential direct viral effects on the central nervous system.
October 2025 in “Cermin Dunia Kedokteran” This article discusses the diagnosis, etiology, and treatment of PTSD, highlighting the complexities and importance of effective psychotherapy and pharmacotherapy for reducing symptoms.
October 2025 in “Pielegniarstwo XXI wieku / Nursing in the 21st Century” This review discusses the effectiveness and mechanisms of combined oral contraceptives in treating acne vulgaris but reports no new clinical results; the authors highlight their antiandrogenic effects for managing acne and related endocrine disorders.
September 2025 in “Journal of Health Sciences” In this study, researchers developed an antioxidant hair tonic using Dipteryx odorata (cumaru) extract, aimed at treating scalp psoriasis, which could potentially improve quality of life for patients due to its natural anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
September 2025 in “Cermin Dunia Kedokteran” This research reports that onychomycosis, a common nail fungal infection often caused by Candida yeast, requires laboratory testing like direct preparations, fungal cultures, and molecular tests for accurate diagnosis due to its diverse etiology and differential diagnosis, improving therapy effectiveness and efficiency.
September 2025 in “Editora Pasteur eBooks” Low-dose oral minoxidil is as effective as or better than topical minoxidil for hair growth but may cause mild side effects.
This case report discusses a patient with female androgenetic alopecia and chronic telogen effluvium, emphasizing the importance of follicular unclogging to enhance treatment effectiveness, combining deep cleaning, caffeine application, physical stimulation, and lifestyle changes as an individualized, effective alternative to oral medications.
August 2025 in “Intisari Sains Medis” This study found that in healthy individuals, TGF-β1 levels in platelet-rich plasma are significantly higher when extracted using the buffy coat method compared to the pure method, with additional gender differences observed only in the buffy coat PRP.
August 2025 in “Cermin Dunia Kedokteran” This study highlights that hypoalbuminemia, often found in critically ill or elderly hospitalized patients, may increase morbidity, mortality, and hospitalization duration, suggesting specific conditions where oral or parenteral albumin supplementation should be considered.
August 2025 in “Scientific Electronic library online (Sciences Carlos III Health Institute)” This study reviewed various studies and concluded that Janus kinase inhibitors, particularly tofacitinib, seem to promote hair regrowth in about half of patients with alopecia areata, though expected class-specific adverse effects were observed.
June 2025 in “Jurnal Bumigora Information Technology (BITe)” In this study, researchers aimed to develop a Naive Bayes algorithm to predict hair loss risk based on personal and clinical data, including age, gender, stress levels, hormones, and family history. Results were not reported.
June 2025 in “Revista Brasileira de Fisioterapia Pelvica” In this case report, four sessions of the Broad Ligament Maneuver were associated with improvements in ovarian function and regression of PCOS symptoms, including normalizing menstrual flow and decreasing hirsutism.
June 2025 in “Jurnal Pemberdayaan Ekonomi dan Masyarakat” This study concluded that there is a significant market potential for rosemary oil-based hair care products in Indonesia, though consumer education and market penetration remain challenges.
June 2025 in “Jurnal Mandala Pharmacon Indonesia” In this study, researchers found that methanol extract from E. alba stem reduced the expression of the apoptosis marker gene Caspase-3 in T47D breast cancer cells, particularly at 100 ppm, achieving 1.859 times suppression compared to DMSO 2%.
June 2025 in “Cermin Dunia Kedokteran” This study emphasizes the importance of early detection and cross-sector collaboration in preventing suicide among adolescents, highlighting the role of health professionals, screening tools, and family support systems.
April 2025 in “Revista de Ciências da Saúde Nova Esperança” This review discusses the various therapeutic uses of Botulinum Toxin Type A and reports high levels of patient satisfaction with minimal adverse effects across several conditions, emphasizing its potential therapeutic importance.
March 2025 in “Jurnal Farmamedika (Pharmamedica Journal)” In this study, Indonesian spices were screened in silico for their potential to inhibit MMP9 and TNFα, which are involved in chronic diabetic wounds, and procyanidin was identified as the most promising therapeutic candidate due to its low binding energy to both proteins.
February 2025 in “Intisari Sains Medis” This article explores the potential mechanisms by which polydeoxyribonucleotide (PDRN) could improve skin quality, slow aging, and enhance skin regeneration, but reports no new clinical findings.
February 2025 in “Ciencia Latina Revista Científica Multidisciplinar” This in-silico study found that Finasteride interferes with neurotransmitters and may increase psychopathology when it decomposes into a carboxylic acid similar to Cortisol.
February 2025 in “Revista Eletrônica Acervo Saúde” This integrative review found that triamcinolone hexacetonide remains the primary treatment for mild to moderate alopecia areata but noted its significant side effects with prolonged use, while emerging therapies like PRP and minoxidil offer promising alternative benefits with fewer risks.
January 2025 in “FASKES Jurnal Farmasi Kesehatan dan Sains” In this study, the researchers used molecular docking to identify Erythrabyssin II from Erythrina subumbrans as a potential candidate for anti-alopecia treatment, comparable to minoxidil, suggesting clinical trials are needed to evaluate its pharmacological effects.
In this narrative review, researchers evaluated existing literature on the treatment of frontal fibrosing alopecia, finding that while no curative treatment exists, clinical improvements can be achieved through personalized and combined therapy approaches.
January 2025 in “Journal of Medical Biochemistry” This review explores the roles of superoxide dismutases in cellular processes and cancer, highlighting the potential of SOD mimetics in enhancing cancer treatment strategies, but it reports no new clinical findings.
January 2025 in “Editora Acadêmica Periodicojs eBooks” This review found that low-dose oral Minoxidil may be a viable alternative to topical Minoxidil for treating androgenetic alopecia, offering similar efficacy but with better adherence and different side effect profiles; consideration of patient-specific factors is important for treatment choice.
December 2024 in “Jurnal Syntax Admiration” This study found that MOOEW Hair Tonic had a Return of Investment of over 100%, indicating significant potential for profitable and sustainable business opportunities.
December 2024 in “Open Repository of the University of Porto (University of Porto)” This study consisted of a pharmacy master's thesis detailing practical experiences during a hospital and community pharmacy internship and scientific investigations into the off-label use of dutasteride for androgenetic alopecia and oral vaccines for urinary tract infection prophylaxis, emphasizing therapeutic applications and mechanisms of action.
December 2024 in “JAPI (Jurnal Akses Pengabdian Indonesia)” This study found that a community education program using group discussions and leaflets significantly increased knowledge and skills among Sungai Bilu residents in South Kalimantan for using riverbank plants as alternative medicine.
November 2024 in “RECIMA21 - Revista Científica Multidisciplinar - ISSN 2675-6218” In this study, a literature review concluded that minoxidil is safe and effective for treating androgenetic alopecia, with few side effects, and highlighted the role of pharmacists in optimizing treatment by monitoring use and fostering adherence.