research 11β-Hydroxysteroid Dehydrogenase Type 1 Inhibitors for the Treatment of Type 2 Diabetes
Inhibitors of 11β-HSD1 show potential for treating type 2 diabetes but require more testing for safety and effectiveness.
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research Baricitinib: From Rheumatoid Arthritis to COVID-19
Baricitinib helps treat several diseases, including COVID-19, but has side effects and needs careful monitoring.
research Several Selective Protein Kinase C Inhibitors Including Procyanidins Promote Hair Growth
Certain substances that block a specific protein help promote hair growth.
research Minoxidil Induction of VEGF Is Mediated by Inhibition of HIF-Prolyl Hydroxylase
Minoxidil boosts hair growth by increasing blood flow and nutrients to hair follicles.
research The Steroidogenesis Inhibitor Finasteride Reduces the Response to Both Stressful and Rewarding Stimuli
Finasteride reduces response to stress and rewards, affecting behavior and mental health.
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research Synthesis and 5α-Reductase Inhibitory Activity of 8-Substituted Benzo[ƒ]Quinolinones Derived from Palladium Mediated Coupling Reactions
Some newly made compounds can block an enzyme linked to hair loss and prostate growth, with one in particular being very selective.
research Wnt Signaling Activation: Targets and Therapeutic Opportunities for Stem Cell Therapy and Regenerative Medicine
Wnt activation shows promise for regenerative medicine but requires selective targeting to minimize risks like cancer.
research Lack of Effect of Topical Finasteride Suggests an Endocrine Role for Dihydrotestosterone
Topical finasteride doesn't reduce DHT levels, hinting at an endocrine role in hair loss.
research Polymeric Micelle Mediated Follicular Delivery of Spironolactone: Targeting the Mineralocorticoid Receptor to Prevent Glucocorticoid-Induced Activation and Delayed Cutaneous Wound Healing
Using polymeric micelles to deliver spironolactone topically could improve wound healing in skin affected by glucocorticoids.
research Review of Fluconazole Properties and Analytical Methods for Its Determination
The document concludes that validated methods are needed to ensure the quality of fluconazole drugs and that new antifungal medications are necessary due to safety and resistance concerns.
research Smoothened Antagonists for Hair Inhibition
Two new compounds were found to effectively reduce hair growth in mice.
research COVID-19, Androgens, and Androgenic Alopecia
COVID-19 may worsen with androgens; anti-androgen drugs could help.
research Pharmacological Inhibition of DGAT1 Induces Sebaceous Gland Atrophy in Mouse and Dog Skin While Overt Alopecia Is Restricted to the Mouse
Blocking DGAT1 reduces oil gland size in mice and dogs, but only mice experience hair loss.
research Pharmacological Options for Treatment of Hyperandrogenic Disorders
Different drugs can treat high male hormone levels in women, but they have various effects and some may harm a fetus.
research A Brief Overview of Medicinal Activity and Pharmacological Profile of Eclipta Prostrata: A Review
Eclipta prostrata has many medicinal benefits, but more research is needed to understand how it works.
research Safety and Biopsy Outcomes of a Topical Treatment (SM04554) for Male Androgenetic Alopecia: Results from a Phase 2, Multicenter, Randomized, Double-Blind, Vehicle-Controlled Trial
Topical treatment SM04554 safely promotes hair growth in male baldness.
research Biotransformation of Finasteride (MK-0906) by Selenastrum Capricornutum (Green Algae)
Green algae can break down finasteride, reducing environmental harm.
research Advances in Knowledge of Androgens: How Intentional and Accidental Neurosteroid Changes Inform Us of Their Action and Role
Finasteride can have lasting negative effects on brain function and behavior by disrupting neurosteroid production.
research A Review of Tridax Procumbens and Its Activity
Tridax procumbens, a weed, has various medicinal properties including wound healing and antibacterial effects.
research Safety and Efficacy of a Novel Skin Lightening Agent for Melasma
The new treatment was safe and may effectively treat male pattern hair loss.
research Safety and Efficacy of Actinic Keratoses Reduction with a 3-Day Application of Ingenol Disoxate Field Treatment to the Face, Chest, and Balding Scalp
The treatment increased hair follicle counts and is potentially effective for male hair loss without serious side effects.
research Safety and Compatibility of a New Nourishing Baby Shampoo and Tip to Toe Wash with Stearic Acid
The new baby shampoo and wash with stearic acid is safe and potentially effective for nourishing babies' skin.
research Repurposing a Clinical Antimalarial for the Therapeutic Induction of Lethal ER Stress Targeting BRAF-Kinase Inhibitor-Resistant Malignant Melanoma
Mefloquine, an antimalarial drug, is effective in killing melanoma cells resistant to other treatments by causing lethal stress in the cells.
research Impact of a Stimulating Cream Shampoo Treatment on the Penetration of Minoxidil Through Hair Follicles
Using a stimulating cream shampoo before applying Minoxidil helps it penetrate hair follicles better, enhancing its hair growth-promoting effect.
research Visualization of Sweat Suppression Following Botulinum Toxin A by Soluble Microneedle Arrays
Microneedle arrays deliver botulinum toxin effectively for sweat suppression, similar to injections.
research Alpha-1 Adrenergic Receptor Agonist Induced Piloerection Protects Against the Development of Traction Alopecia
Phenylephrine may help prevent hair loss from pulling on the hair roots.
research Doppler Laser Imaging Predicts Response to Topical Minoxidil in the Treatment of Female Pattern Hair Loss
research KRTAP 2-3 as a Novel Potential Biomarker of Cells in the Polyaneuploid Cancer Cell State to Predict Cancer Recurrence
KRTAP2-3 could help predict cancer recurrence by identifying specific cancer cells.
research Synthesis of Novel Androstane-N-Cyclohexyl-17-Carboxamides and Their Effect on 5α-Reductase Isoform 2, Androgen Receptor, and Androgen-Dependent Glands
New compounds were made and tested, with compound 6 showing potential for treating prostate-related diseases.
research Pharmaceutical Nanotechnology in Egypt: Diverse Applications and Promising Outcomes
Egyptian researchers are advancing in pharmaceutical nanotechnology, potentially improving health outcomes and the economy.