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.
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research Comparative Effects of Finasteride and Minoxidil on Male Reproductive Organs: A Systematic Review of In Vitro and In Vivo Evidence
Finasteride is more harmful to male reproductive health than minoxidil.
research Cyclin-Dependent Kinase 4/6 Inhibitors and Dermatologic Adverse Events: Results from the EADV Task Force Dermatology for Cancer Patients International Study
Skin side effects from CDK4/6 inhibitors in breast cancer patients are generally mild and treatable, allowing most patients to continue treatment.
research A Case Series and Literature Review of Telogen Effluvium and Alopecia Universalis After the Administration of a Heterologous COVID-19 Vaccine Scheme
Some people experienced hair loss after COVID-19 vaccination, but it's very rare and vaccines' benefits are greater than this risk.
research Medications Mostly Associated With Ejaculatory Disorders: Assessment of the EudraVigilance and Food and Drug Administration Pharmacovigilance Databases Entries
Certain medications, especially Paroxetine, Tamsulosin, and Finasteride, are linked to ejaculatory disorders.
research Azathioprine-Induced Severe Myelosuppression Accompanied by Massive Hair Loss and Painful Oral Ulcer in an Autoimmune Hepatitis Patient with NUDT15 Minor Variant: A Case Report
Genetic testing is crucial before giving azathioprine to avoid severe side effects.
research Use of 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors in Dermatology: A Narrative Review
5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors are effective for male hair loss and some skin conditions, but their effectiveness in women and safety concerns require careful use.
research Guidelines on the Use of Finasteride in Androgenetic Alopecia
Taking 1 mg of finasteride daily can increase hair count and improve hair appearance, but it may have side effects on sexual function and a potential risk of prostate cancer. It may not be effective for postmenopausal women unless taken in higher doses.
research Research Brief: Self-Reports of Persistent Antiandrogenic, Estrogenic, Physical, and Psychological Effects of Finasteride Usage Among Men
Finasteride use can cause lasting negative effects like sexual dysfunction, depression, anxiety, and cognitive issues.
research Hair Loss After Routine Immunizations
Some vaccines might rarely cause hair loss, more research is needed.
research Finasteride for Androgenetic Alopecia Is Not Associated with Sexual Dysfunction: A Survey-Based, Single-Centre, Controlled Study
Finasteride use doesn't cause sexual dysfunction in men with hair loss.
research Post-Finasteride Syndrome: An Emerging Clinical Problem
Post-finasteride syndrome causes lasting sexual, neurological, and physical side effects in some people after taking finasteride.
research Trends in the Presence or Absence of Transaminitis and/or Leukopenia in Pediatric Patients Treated with Methotrexate for Inflammatory Skin Disease
Most children with skin inflammation taking methotrexate had lab abnormalities, but liver issues often improved without changing the medication dose.
research Verrucous Hemangioma Leg: A Challenging Birthmark
A boy with a rare birthmark called verrucous hemangioma needed careful timing for surgery due to its size and depth.
research Male Breast Cancer and 5α-Reductase Inhibitors Finasteride and Dutasteride
Using finasteride or dutasteride does not increase the risk of male breast cancer.
research Penile Vascular Abnormalities in Young Men with Persistent Side Effects After Finasteride Use for the Treatment of Androgenic Alopecia
Finasteride for hair loss may cause lasting sexual, genitourinary, mental, and anti-androgenic side effects in young men.
research The Connection of 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors to the Development of Depression
5-alpha reductase inhibitors, like finasteride and dutasteride, may cause depression, but more research is needed to understand why.
research Social Media for Arthritis-Related Comparative Effectiveness and Safety Research and the Impact of Direct-to-Consumer Advertising
Social media can help compare the effectiveness and safety of new arthritis medications.
research A Scoping Review of Alopecia Areata and Its Relationship to COVID-19 Vaccinations
COVID-19 vaccines do not increase the risk of alopecia areata.
research Topical Imiquimod: Be Aware of the Unexpected
A woman had a severe skin reaction from the drug imiquimod, used for skin cancer, highlighting the need for awareness of rare but serious side effects.
research Urticariform Plaques: Delayed Hypersensitivity Reaction Type IV to Enoxaparin
A woman had a delayed allergic reaction to the blood thinner enoxaparin, treated with a steroid cream.
research Alopecias
Chronic kidney disease can cause hair loss, which may be related to zinc deficiency or certain medications, and sometimes hair grows back when the underlying issue is treated.
research A Case of Widespread Actinic Granuloma with Associated Drug-Induced Lupus Erythematosus
A man developed a rare skin condition and drug-induced lupus, highlighting the need for biopsy in diagnosing skin issues caused by sunlight.
research A Prospective Study of Daylight Photodynamic Therapy for Treatment of Actinic Keratoses in an Irish Population
Daylight photodynamic therapy is effective and well-tolerated for treating actinic keratoses with minimal side effects.
research Sexual Dysfunction in Subjects Treated with Inhibitors of 5α-Reductase for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia: A Comprehensive Review and Meta-Analysis
Men taking 5α-reductase inhibitors for enlarged prostate have a higher chance of experiencing reduced sexual desire and erectile dysfunction.
research Finasteride Is Associated With a Higher Odds of Obstructive Sleep Apnea: Results From the US FDA Adverse Events Reporting System
Finasteride increases risk of sleep apnea and insomnia.
research A Nationwide Outbreak of Alopecia Associated With the Use of a Hair-Relaxing Formulation
A hair-straightening product caused widespread hair loss and scalp injuries, mainly affecting African American women.
research Adverse Event Reporting in Clinical Trials of Finasteride for Androgenic Alopecia: A Meta-Analysis
Finasteride for hair loss may cause long-lasting side effects like impotence and low libido, but trials lack proper safety reporting.
research Spontaneous Cutaneous Adverse Drug Reaction Reports: An Analysis of a 10-Year Dataset in Singapore
In Singapore, most skin reactions to drugs were in females and Chinese, often caused by painkillers, antibiotics, and some other drugs, with serious cases linked to genetics.
research Finasteride and the Uncertainties of Establishing Harms
Finasteride's potential harms are hard to accurately measure.