4 citations,
July 2023 in “Pharmaceutics (Basel)” Nanoparticle-based drug delivery to hair follicles is more effective when tested under conditions that match skin behavior.
2 citations,
December 2008 in “Journal of Chemical Crystallography” The research shows that hydrogen bonds greatly affect the crystal structure of a Finasteride derivative.
January 2024 in “International journal of molecular sciences” A brain-made hormone can protect against memory-related brain damage caused by harmful proteins.
11 citations,
August 1997 in “Expert Opinion on Therapeutic Patents” Many potential alopecia treatments need more testing to confirm they promote acceptable hair growth with minimal side effects.
4 citations,
October 2021 in “Microorganisms” Men with androgenetic alopecia have different scalp oils and microbes compared to those without.
4 citations,
April 2022 in “Microorganisms” Povidone iodine reduced skin bacteria more than chlorhexidine gluconate, but neither met FDA reduction standards.
4 citations,
January 2020 in “Frontiers in Physiology” Good feather growth in poultry needs the right balance of proteins, amino acids, minerals, and vitamins.
111 citations,
August 2002 in “Journal of Medicinal Chemistry” New compounds were made that block an enzyme linked to breast cancer better than existing treatments.
17 citations,
May 1998 in “Steroids” Researchers developed a model to predict how well certain compounds can block an enzyme related to hair loss and prostate issues, suggesting a 50 mg dose of finasteride might be effective based on lab and body data.
4 citations,
January 2022 in “Current pharmaceutical design” Microsponges delivery system is a safe, versatile method for controlled drug release in various treatments.
4 citations,
April 2021 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Intradermal injections improve hair density and thickness better, while derma roller is more convenient.
4 citations,
July 1994 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Eosinophilia-myalgia syndrome, linked to contaminated L-tryptophan supplements, caused severe symptoms and some deaths, with long-term effects in survivors.
4 citations,
January 2012 in “Chemical Immunology” Some drugs, especially biologics, can cause skin reactions that look like other skin diseases, and stopping the drug usually helps clear up these reactions.
9 citations,
June 2014 in “Nutrition and Cancer” Eclipta alba extract may work as an anticancer agent and help reverse drug resistance.
3 citations,
April 2019 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” Beta-caryophyllene, found in essential oils, helps wounds heal better in multiple ways.
23 citations,
April 1991 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Minoxidil solution can cause skin irritation and allergies in some users.
43 citations,
July 2013 in “Pharmacological reviews” New research on prostamide F2α has led to treatments for glaucoma and eyelash growth and may have more medical uses.
27 citations,
July 2018 in “Experimental dermatology” Autophagy is crucial for normal sebaceous gland function and sebum composition.
December 2021 in “Daehanhanuihakoeji” The traditional herbal formulas Yongdamsagan-Tang and Paljung-san, along with the drug finasteride, can reduce inflammation and may work together without affecting each other's effectiveness against benign prostatic hyperplasia.
3 citations,
December 2014 in “Steroids” Fermentation of Finasteride with Ocimum sanctum L. creates new metabolite that inhibits tyrosinase.
10 citations,
January 2015 in “Przeglad Menopauzalny” Progestogens are essential in menopausal hormone therapy to prevent uterine cancer and must be chosen carefully based on individual needs.
June 2010 in “Journal of Chemical Crystallography” The compound was successfully made and shows potential for treating prostate cancer.
1 citations,
July 2015 in “Cambridge University Press eBooks” Testosterone therapy can improve sexual function in women but long-term safety is unclear.
Sinsun-yukza-hwan extract promotes hair growth in mice.
19 citations,
July 2019 in “Biomedical Microdevices” Microneedles can cause side effects like infection and allergic reactions, and precautions like test spots and sunscreen are recommended.
5 citations,
December 1979 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” Anti-androgens are effective for female acne but less so for male-pattern hair loss, with side effects similar to birth control pills.
June 2023 in “International journal of research in ayurveda and pharmacy” Dhatryadi Rasayana, an Ayurvedic herbal mix, may be a safe and effective way to prevent premature hair greying.
22 citations,
February 2008 in “Journal of Neurochemistry” Minoxidil prevents serotonin loss from MDMA by affecting potassium channels and increasing Akt phosphorylation.
Targeting CXXC5 and GSK-3β may help treat male pattern baldness.
2 citations,
February 2023 in “International journal of molecular sciences” Body hairs can be used in forensic science and toxicology like scalp hair.