research The Role of Mutations on Gene AR in Androgenetic Alopecia Syndrome
Mutations in the AR gene cause hair thinning and loss.
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570-600 / 1000+ resultsresearch 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.
research Hair Removal
Lasers and IPL are the most efficient for short-term hair removal, especially for people with dark hair and light skin, but require multiple sessions for longer-lasting effects.
research Dermatologic Manifestations of Endocrine Disorders
Skin problems can be signs of hormone-related disorders and recognizing them early is important for treatment.
research Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assays for Doping Control of 5α-Reductase Inhibitors Finasteride and Dutasteride
New tests detect finasteride and dutasteride in urine quickly and easily.
research Healthcare Innovation and Patent Law’s Pharmaceutical Privilege: Is There a Pharmaceutical Privilege? And If So, Should We Remove It?
The document suggests reevaluating the patent system to ensure public benefits from pharmaceutical privileges and to encourage more significant innovations.
research Double Dosing
Taking the same medication under different brand names caused harmful side effects.
research Analysis of Prescribing Practices in the Dermatology Outpatient Department of a Tertiary Care Teaching Hospital
The conclusion is that dermatologists need to improve prescription practices to reduce errors and drug interaction risks.
research Economic Analysis of Cataract Surgery in Europe: An Analysis of Hospital Databases Available in 11 Countries
Cataract surgery in Europe varies in frequency and cost between countries.
research EU Legal and Regulatory Update
The document updates on EU legal changes, including pharmaceutical patents, class actions in Italy, and various drug-related rulings.
research Regulation and Implementation of Pharmaceutical and Other Regulations
Europe strengthened medicine regulations, increased protection against counterfeit drugs, and made it tougher to challenge comparative advertising, while also focusing on patent law enforcement and updating plant protection rules.
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research Hair Restoration Surgery: The State of the Art
Hair restoration surgery has advanced, focusing on natural results and may improve further with new techniques and therapies.
research Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia: An Approach to Diagnosis and Management
Diagnose and manage CCCA with thorough history, exams, and labs; treat with anti-inflammatory agents, stress reduction, and stopping harmful hair practices.
research The Suitability of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome-Specific Questionnaires for Measuring the Impact of PCOS on Quality of Life in Clinical Trials
The PCOS-specific questionnaire needs more work to fully measure quality of life in clinical trials.
research Metformin Improved Health-Related Quality of Life in Ethnic Chinese Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Metformin helped improve the quality of life for Chinese women with PCOS, especially in physical health and symptoms like infertility, acne, and hair loss.