research 5α-Reductases in Human Physiology: An Unfolding Story
Enzymes called 5α-reductases have many body functions and need more research to safely use inhibitors.
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research Dihydrotestosterone and 5α-Reductase: Role in Hair Loss and Prostate Health
Dihydrotestosterone and 5α-Reductase play a role in hair loss and prostate health, and finasteride can increase hair growth in men without affecting sperm production, but it doesn't work for postmenopausal women with hair loss.
research Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) as a New Approach and Promising Therapy in Patients With Alopecia Areata
PRP is a safe and effective treatment for hair growth in alopecia areata.
research Hair Regrowth With Novel Hemp Extract: A Case Series
The hemp extract significantly increased hair regrowth in both men and women without any side effects.
research Evaluation of the Efficacy and Safety of Topical Procyanidin B2 and Placebo in the Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia in Men: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Study
Topical procyanidin B2 significantly increases hair count and is a safe treatment for male pattern baldness.
research Androgenetic Alopecia in Women
Female hair loss is often hereditary and can be treated with medication, hair transplants, and lasers.
research Androgenetic Alopecia in Men
AGA treated with finasteride, minoxidil, and hair transplantation.
research Review Article: Changing Trends in Hair Restoration Surgery
Hair restoration surgery has improved to transplant hair in natural groupings, but it's labor-intensive and can't fully restore normal hair density.
research Female Pattern Hair Loss: A Pilot Study Investigating Combination Therapy with Low-Dose Oral Minoxidil and Spironolactone
Low-dose oral minoxidil and spironolactone combo effectively reduces hair loss and improves hair density in women.
research Are Sex Discordant Outcomes in COVID-19 Related to Sex Hormones?
Sex hormones may affect COVID-19 severity, with men often faring worse, and targeting related pathways could offer treatment options.
research Aesthetic Dermatology Procedures During Coronavirus
The article suggests using safety measures and telemedicine for aesthetic dermatology during COVID-19, while some procedures can still be done safely.
research Effects of Finasteride Use on Prostate Volume and Serum PSA Levels in Young Patients
Finasteride reduces prostate size and PSA levels in young patients.
research Immuno-Endocrinology of COVID-19: The Key Role of Sex Hormones
Sex hormones may affect COVID-19 severity, with estrogen possibly reducing risk and testosterone potentially increasing it.
research Divergent Progression Pathways in Male Androgenetic Alopecia and Female Pattern Hair Loss: Trichoscopic Perspectives
Men's and women's pattern hair loss progress differently, with men showing more hair thinning and women having more widespread hair loss.
research Generic Development of Topical Dermatologic Products: Formulation Development, Process Development, and Testing
The document concludes that developing generic topical drugs requires ensuring they match the original in quality, composition, and structure, and often involves complex testing and regulatory steps.
research Assessment of Prescribing Information for Generic Drugs Manufactured in the Middle East and Marketed in Saudi Arabia
Generic drug inserts in Saudi Arabia often have inaccurate information, needing better regulation and quality control.
research Update on Efficacy of Generic Finasteride
Generic finasteride works just as well as the brand-name version for hair loss.
research The Impact of Potential Pill Splitting on Generic and Branded Finasteride Uptake
Pill splitting increased generic finasteride sales but didn't affect branded finasteride sales.
research Variability of Retail Pricing of Generic Urologic Medications in a Major US Metropolitan Area
Generic urologic medication prices vary by pharmacy type, not by location or income level.
research Generic Competition And Pharmaceutical Patent Strategies: A Sequel
The article concludes that recent legal rulings have strengthened the protection of pharmaceutical patents against generic competition.
research P4 Outcome Following Switch Between Brand Name And Generic Tacrolimus In Paediatric Population
Switching to generic tacrolimus was safe, effective, and saved money.
research Variability of Retail Pricing of Generic Urologic Medications in a Major US Metropolitan Area
Independent pharmacies generally offer lower prices for certain generic urologic medications than chain pharmacies.
research Statewide Geographic Price Variation of Generic BPH Medications
Big chain pharmacies in Pennsylvania charge significantly more for generic BPH medications than independent pharmacies, but independent pharmacies have more regional price variation.
research Cyberspace Chat: An Examination of Brand-Name vs Generic Finasteride: A Look at Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient, Excipients, Bioequivalence, and Other Factors Affecting Efficacy
research Editorial Comment: Rising Cost of Prescription Drugs and the Importance of Generic Medications
Generic drugs for benign prostatic hyperplasia can cost up to 500% more at chain pharmacies compared to independent ones.
research Economic Implications of Urologist Prescription Practices Among Medicare Part D Beneficiaries
Using more low-cost and generic drugs could save Medicare Part D a lot of money.
research Cyberspace Chat: When Finasteride Suddenly Stops Working—Is It Counterfeit?
Some generic finasteride may be counterfeit, leading to less effectiveness and increased hair loss.
research Cataract Surgery Guidelines in Europe: A Literature Review and Document Search in 15 Countries
Cataract surgery guidelines vary across Europe, and generic finasteride sales for hair loss have grown due to pill splitting.
research UK High Court Revokes Escitalopram Patent; Validity of Second Medical Use Claims Based on Dosage Regimes; Stay of Proceedings Pending EPO Opposition
The UK High Court revoked Lundbeck's patent for Escitalopram, and second medical use claims based on dosage were not considered novel.
research The High Cost of Health Care: Why Some Pay $240 for a $9 Bottle of Pills
Some people pay $240 for medication that costs $9 due to drug industry tactics and complicated healthcare policies.