research Practical and Theoretical Distinctions Between Drugs and Cosmetics
The article concludes that products can affect the body without being drugs as long as they don't claim to treat or prevent diseases, except for cosmetic sunscreens.
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research Controversy: Synthetic Hairs and Their Role in Hair Restoration
Synthetic hair fibers for hair restoration were controversial in 2009 due to health risks and lack of support from the International Society of Hair Restoration.
research Overview Of Alopecia Areata For Managed Care And Payer Stakeholders In The United States
Alopecia areata causes hair loss and life quality issues; current treatments are often unsatisfactory, but new drugs like JAK inhibitors show promise.
research How Routine Pharmacovigilance Failed to Identify Finasteride’s Persistent Sexual Side Effects
Finasteride, a hair loss drug, has unaddressed sexual side effects due to the manufacturer's inadequate safety measures and lack of additional studies.
research The Triumph of JAK Inhibitors for the Treatment of Alopecia Areata
JAK inhibitors like baricitinib are a new FDA-approved treatment for alopecia areata, but safety data is incomplete.
research Androgenetic Alopecia: An Update Of Treatment Options
Minoxidil is the only FDA-approved topical drug for treating male or female pattern hair loss, and other medications like finasteride and dutasteride can also increase hair growth.
research Regenerative Medicine and Hair Loss: To Exosome or Not to Exosome
Exosomes might be a promising new treatment for hair loss.
research The Growing Role for Platelet Rich Plasma in Cosmetic Dermatology
Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) is increasingly used in cosmetic dermatology for hair loss, facial rejuvenation, and after cosmetic procedures, and can be stored for up to 90 days for daily home use.
research Are Finasteride-Related Penile Curvature/Peyronie’s Disease Adverse Event Reports Worthy of Further Clinical Investigation? Disproportionality Analysis Based on Both the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the European Medicines Agency (EMA) Pharmacovigilance Databases
Finasteride may be linked to Peyronie’s disease, but more research is needed.
research Two Cases of Hidradenitis Suppurativa Treated with Adalimumab at the Department of Dermatology and Venereology, Clinical Hospital Mostar
Adalimumab significantly improved symptoms and quality of life in two patients with Hidradenitis Suppurativa.
research The Efficacy of Baricitinib as a Treatment Option for Alopecia in Terms of Promoting Hair Regrowth and Improving Patient Reported Outcomes
Baricitinib effectively promotes hair regrowth in severe alopecia with minimal side effects.
research Comment on 'The Post-Finasteride Syndrome: Possible Etiological Mechanisms and Symptoms'
Some men experience persistent sexual, neurological, and psychological symptoms after stopping finasteride, but evidence of permanent damage is inconclusive.
research Sunscreen: Cosmetic or Medical Therapy?
The conclusion is that finasteride is linked to an increased risk of suicidal thoughts and a higher risk of completed suicide when used for hair loss.
research Alopecia – New Building Blocks
New treatments for hair loss are emerging, and doctors need to learn how to use them effectively.
research A Review of JAK Inhibitors for Treatment of Alopecia Areata in the Military Health Care System
JAK inhibitors like baricitinib and ritlecitinib are effective new treatments for severe alopecia areata.
research Proposed Mechanisms of Low-Level Light Therapy in the Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia
LLLT helps treat hair loss by increasing blood flow, reducing inflammation, and stimulating growth factors.
research From Eye Care to Hair Growth: Bimatoprost
Bimatoprost helps with hair growth and eye conditions but can be costly and have side effects.
research Hair Care Cosmetics Regulation in Different Countries: A Comparative Study
Different countries have regulations to ensure the safety of hair care products, with some recalling hair straighteners due to high formaldehyde.
research Development of Uniform Protocol for Alopecia Areata Clinical Trials
A standard protocol for alopecia areata clinical trials was created to improve consistency and encourage more research.
research Use of Cosmeceuticals During Pregnancy and Lactation
Use of cosmeceuticals during pregnancy and breastfeeding is not recommended due to insufficient safety data.
research Exploring the Hair Loss Risk in Glucagon-Like Peptide-1 Agonists: Emerging Concerns and Clinical Implications
Newer GLP-1 drugs like semaglutide may cause hair loss.
research Types of Hair Loss and Treatment Options, Including the Novel Low-Level Light Therapy and Its Proposed Mechanism
Hair loss treatments include medications and new methods like low-level light therapy, which may work by boosting cell activity and blood flow.
research The History of the Development of Minoxidil
Minoxidil was first made for high blood pressure, but it was later found to help hair growth.
research PSS21 Gap Analysis for Patient-Reported Outcomes Measures for Alopecia
No current patient-reported outcome measure fully meets FDA requirements for alopecia treatments.
research Androgenetic Alopecia: Treatments and Efficacy
Finasteride and minoxidil are effective FDA-approved treatments for androgenetic alopecia.
research Cyclosporine-Induced Alopecia: A Case Report, FDA Adverse Event Reporting System Analysis and Literature Assessment
Cyclosporine may cause hair loss, so patients need monitoring.
research Assessment of Biotin Supplementation Among Patients in an Outpatient Dermatology Clinic
Most people using biotin don't see skin improvements, and it may affect lab tests, so doctors shouldn't suggest it without confirming a deficiency.
research An Analysis of Androgenetic Alopecia Treatment Content on Instagram and TikTok
Dermatologists can use social media to better educate people about hair loss treatments.
research New Changes in Pregnancy and Lactation Labeling: Review of Dermatologic Drugs
The new FDA labeling rules provide more detailed drug safety information for pregnant and breastfeeding women, but more data is needed on the risks of many dermatologic drugs.
research Synthetic Hair Implantations Continue; Serious Complications Result
Synthetic hair implants can cause severe infections and are risky.