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January 2022 in “BioMed Research International” This study found that newly developed nanogels for transdermal delivery of finasteride were stable, showed excellent drug permeation through the skin, and ensured biocompatibility without causing irritation or toxicity.
December 2025 in “International Journal of Research in Dermatology” In this survey, dermatologists in India reported preferring alcohol-free minoxidil combined with procapil and finasteride over traditional alcohol-based formulations for managing androgenetic alopecia, citing better tolerance and patient adherence.
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January 2017 in “Skin Pharmacology and Physiology” This study found that polymeric nanoparticles may effectively deliver finasteride topically to hair follicles, potentially improving alopecia treatment with fewer side effects than oral forms.
37 citations
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May 2007 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutics” The study concluded that poly(propylene carbonate maleate) microspheres effectively encapsulated finasteride, achieving a biphasic release with prolonged drug release over 5-6 weeks in vitro.
In this study, researchers highlighted that while oral valproate often causes hair loss, preliminary experiments with topical valproic acid solution suggest its potential for hair regeneration, potentially offering fewer side effects and reduced cost compared to existing treatments.
September 2024 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” This study found that a new compounded topical solution for alopecia was clinically tolerable and did not cause irritation, while also showing potential to enhance hair growth through fibroblast proliferation and gene expression.
March 2026 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” This study reviews new treatments for androgenetic alopecia, including cell-derived exosomes and investigational drugs, which show potential to improve hair density and quality but require more rigorous and standardized trials to confirm efficacy and safety.
February 2026 in “MDPI (MDPI AG)” This review provides a comprehensive look at injectable treatments like PRP, stem cells, and exosomes for hair regrowth, highlighting their potential to minimize systemic and localized side effects associated with conventional medications, and improve patient care by stimulating natural hair growth.
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June 2002 in “Steroids” This study examined 4-azasteroids using 13C-NMR spectroscopy, detailing the NMR spectrum assignments and reporting a new molecular complex of finasteride with dioxane.
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September 2015 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” This article reviews the challenges of treating frontal fibrosing alopecia and the potential role of hair transplantation, noting the lack of effective medical treatments and uncertainty surrounding transplant outcomes.
January 2025 in “International Journal of Medical Arts” This study found that a topical 1.0% sildenafil citrate solution significantly increased vellus and terminal hairs in women with female pattern hair loss without affecting hair thickness, suggesting it may be a promising treatment option.
December 2015 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” This review addresses the challenges in treating frontal fibrosing alopecia, highlighting the limited effectiveness of medical treatments and the demand for hair transplantation despite its risks, but it reports no new clinical results.
September 2024 in “Journal Of Social Sciences And Humanites” In this study, combining medical treatments, natural remedies, dietary guidance, and stress management achieved the best outcomes for hair regrowth and patient satisfaction in Cambodia, highlighting the importance of a multifaceted approach for effective hair loss prevention and treatment.
August 2025 in “SSP Modern Pharmacy and Medicine” This analytical review of alopecia treatments in the US found that drugs like minoxidil and finasteride are most affordable and effective, while newer JAK inhibitors show significant clinical results but are cost-prohibitive; the study stresses individualizing treatment based on financial capability and alopecia type.
2 citations
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January 2012 in “Journal für Kardiologie (Krause & Pachernegg GmbH)” This review discusses therapeutic principles for managing hirsutism and androgenetic alopecia during the menopausal transition and peri-/postmenopause but reports no new clinical results.
January 2015 in “Hair therapy & transplantation” This review discusses natural and botanical products examined for treating alopecia and reports no clinical results; the authors note growing research interest in these treatments.
December 2024 in “Skin Appendage Disorders” Researchers reviewed 13 clinical trials on non-prescription monotherapies like procyanidin and cetirizine for androgenetic alopecia, finding potential improvements in hair density and diameter, but emphasized the need for more robust trials to confirm efficacy and safety.
This review discusses the criteria for evaluating treatments for androgenetic alopecia and emphasizes the importance of shared decision-making, noting no treatment currently meets all desired criteria of efficacy, safety, affordability, and ease of use.
January 2009 in “Hair transplant forum international” This article involves an interview with dermatologist Rodney Sinclair and provides no new research findings.
September 2015 in “SelfCare Journal” Two treatments for male pattern hair loss are minoxidil and finasteride, but they have side effects and may not satisfy everyone.
June 1996 in “Archives of Dermatology” This article reviews a case of impressive hair regrowth in a man with androgenetic alopecia using a combination of topical minoxidil and tretinoin, but provides no clinical trial results; the authors call for informed consent before recommending this treatment.
33 citations
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August 2018 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” This review discusses various biologics for hair aging but reports no agent capable of reversing the natural aging process of hair.
32 citations
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July 2011 in “Facial Plastic Surgery” This review discusses recent surgical and medical advancements in hair restoration techniques but reports no new clinical results.
17 citations
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January 2010 in “PubMed” This review explores factors affecting graft growth and survival in hair restoration, emphasizing the importance of fundamental care practices while considering advanced storage solutions and additives, but reports no new findings.
3 citations
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March 2014 in “Turkderm” This article reviews the causes, clinical features, and treatment options for androgenetic alopecia, but provides no new clinical findings.
January 2022 in “Cosmoderma” This study found that combining oral minoxidil with dutasteride increased hair thickness, density, and new growth in male pattern baldness patients with minimal side effects.
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March 1994 in “Archives of Dermatology” This study found that a 2% topical minoxidil solution significantly increased hair regrowth compared to placebo in women with androgenetic alopecia over 32 weeks.
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July 2023 in “Cureus” This article examines advancements in understanding and managing androgenic alopecia (male pattern baldness), discussing genetic and psychological factors, diagnostic methods, classifications, and various treatment options, including traditional and emerging therapies, to aid healthcare professionals in making informed treatment decisions.
This chapter reviews the causes, prevalence, and prognosis of androgenetic alopecia and discusses treatments like topical minoxidil and systemic finasteride to stop hair loss and potentially increase hair density.
30 citations
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January 1997 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” This study reported that a 0.005% finasteride solution may encourage hair regrowth and reduce balding areas in patients with androgenic alopecia, without significant absorption or adverse effects.