July 2025 in “International Journal of Dermatology” This review addresses the lack of clarity regarding safe hair loss treatments for breastfeeding women, emphasizing the importance of understanding medication transfer to breast milk and potential neonatal adverse effects.
November 2023 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study concluded that while both 5% topical and 1 mg oral minoxidil significantly improved hair diameter in androgenetic alopecia patients, there was no significant difference in overall effectiveness or patient satisfaction between the treatments.
January 2017 in “Springer eBooks” The document explains various skin conditions and their treatments.
July 2023 in “International journal of pharmacognosy and life science” This study explores the development of a herbal hair oil formulation using selected herbs to potentially address hair loss and related issues, as an alternative to synthetic medications that may cause serious side effects and offer limited effectiveness.
42 citations
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January 2007 in “Pediatric dermatology” This report describes an 11-year-old boy with Netherton syndrome who developed Cushing syndrome after using low-potency hydrocortisone ointment extensively, highlighting caution with long-term topical treatments in such conditions.
February 2026 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” In this retrospective study, researchers found that while combination therapy of spironolactone and oral minoxidil for female alopecia commonly led to mild outpatient-manageable side effects, starting both medications simultaneously reduced hypertrichosis risk, but taking multiple blood pressure medications increased hypotensive symptoms.
March 2026 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology” This study documented a case where the medication baricitinib effectively promoted hair regrowth in a woman with alopecia areata but also led to an unexpected side effect of hypertrichosis, suggesting a need to further explore the JAK/STAT pathway's role in hair growth dynamics.
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May 1991 in “Psychosomatics” This review examines alopecia as a side effect of psychotropic medications, noting that it is typically reversible after stopping the drug, but it reports no new results.
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April 2015 in “Advances in Psychosomatic Medicine” This review discusses the complex relationship between psychotropic medications and the skin, focusing on cutaneous side effects, dermatologic uses, and psychiatric disorders with skin manifestations, but reports no new findings.
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October 2023 in “Fertility and Sterility” This review highlights potential negative impacts of certain medications on male fertility, such as hormonal disruption and germ cell toxicity, emphasizing the importance of clinicians being aware of these effects to advise on safer alternatives.
4 citations
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January 1974 in “The BMJ” All medications can cause skin rashes, often without a clear cause, and better tests are needed to identify these drug-related skin issues.
3 citations
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June 2023 in “Medicines” This review identified alopecia as a significant cosmetic side effect of antiseizure medications, particularly with valproate, lamotrigine, and carbamazepine, noting that hair loss often improves after dose adjustment.
January 2024 in “Authorea (Authorea)” This study found that Sudanese epilepsy patients prioritize medication intake despite cosmetic effects from antiepileptic drugs, which may be influenced by cultural perceptions unique to the population.
This study reports various adverse effects associated with different doses and administration methods of a medical treatment, including gastrointestinal issues and hair loss, leading to modifications or discontinuations in some patients.
15 citations
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November 2002 in “Cardiology in Review” This review discusses various adverse skin reactions linked to cardiovascular medications and reports no new clinical results, highlighting the need for vigilance when prescribing these drugs.
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May 1999 in “Annals of pharmacotherapy/The annals of pharmacotherapy” This review describes psychotropic drug-related hair loss as a possible but uncommon side effect, with resolution typically achieved by discontinuing the medication, and emphasizes clinician-patient discussions for managing the condition.
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March 2019 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” This review identifies evidence of sexual adverse effects, particularly linked to finasteride, in men using systemic dermatologic medications but reports no new clinical findings.
2 citations
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January 2025 in “Cutis” This review examined the dermatologic side effects and potential treatments benefits of metformin and GLP-1/GIP agonists in managing skin conditions related to hormonal and immune effects in individuals with type 2 diabetes who are overweight or obese.
January 2016 in “Springer eBooks” This review discusses medications used in dermatology, detailing their side effects and interactions, and reports no new clinical results.
May 2011 in “Value in Health” This study found that the oral Janus kinase inhibitor CP-690,550 has a direct effect on reducing pruritus in patients with psoriasis, independent of clinician-assessed improvements in psoriasis severity.
February 2025 in “Skin Appendage Disorders” This review discusses the dermatologic side effects and potential therapeutic benefits of GLP-1 receptor agonists, such as facial fat loss and wound healing, emphasizing the need for further research.
1 citations
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December 2020 in “Panacea Journal of Medical Sciences” This study found that metabolic syndrome significantly affects the response to benign prostatic hyperplasia medications, impacting clinical outcomes such as symptom scores, prostate volume, and quality of life among male patients.
26 citations
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December 2023 in “Prostate International” This review provides an overview of the risks and side effects associated with common medications used to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia, highlighting the importance for clinicians and patients to discuss these aspects for informed decision-making.
4 citations
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February 2024 in “Frontiers in Cardiovascular Medicine” The study observed that Tai Chi and Wuqinxi, when combined with antihypertensive medication, might be particularly effective in lowering systolic and diastolic blood pressure, respectively, suggesting they could be prioritized as treatment options.
10 citations
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January 2022 in “Contrast Media & Molecular Imaging” In this study, nursing interventions based on the health belief model improved medication compliance, reduced self-perceived burden, and enhanced quality of life in renal transplant recipients compared to routine nursing care.
March 2023 in “Zdorov'â čolovìka” This article reviews how various medications, such as antihypertensives, chemotherapy, and hormonal contraceptives, are associated with negative effects on sexual desire and function but reports no new clinical results.
June 2021 in “Research Square (Research Square)” This study found that despite cosmetic effects from antiepileptic drugs like hair loss and weight gain, Sudanese epilepsy patients generally prioritized medication adherence, potentially influenced by cultural perceptions.
1 citations
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August 2023 in “Biomolecules & therapeutics” In this study, researchers found that recombinant human HAPLN1 promoted hair growth in mice and human hair matrix cells by activating specific signaling pathways, suggesting it may offer a potential hair loss treatment with fewer side effects than existing medications.
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March 2023 in “Portuguese Journal of Dermatology and Venereology” This case report describes a 15-year-old girl with alopecia universalis who experienced scalp hair regrowth after self-medicating with cannabis, suggesting it may have potential as a treatment for autoimmune diseases like alopecia areata.
June 2026 in “British Journal of Dermatology” This review highlights how serendipitous drug discoveries have significantly advanced dermatology by repurposing existing medications for new therapeutic uses through careful clinical observation and investigation.