4 citations
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October 2020 in “Toxicology Mechanisms and Methods” This study found that in male rats, hesperidin co-administration ameliorated finasteride-induced testicular toxicity by reducing oxidative stress and improving antioxidant status, sperm parameters, and enzyme activity compared to finasteride treatment alone.
9 citations
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January 2017 in “Organic Process Research & Development” This article describes the efficient synthesis of (S)-N-(2-bromo-6-methoxypyridin-4-yl)-2-hydroxy-2,4-dimethylpentanamide, a novel topical antiandrogen, with high purity and enantiomeric excess but reports no pharmacological results.
October 2022 in “Academic journal of science and technology” This article introduces types of hair loss and treatments, explores stem cell applications, and describes adipose-derived stem cells' potential in hair regeneration, but reports no clinical results and highlights limitations.
June 2025 in “Australian Prescriber” In this study, the authors highlighted treatments for androgenetic alopecia, noting that combination therapies with drugs like minoxidil and antiandrogens often require at least 6 months for clinical improvement, while also emphasizing the value of patient counseling for informed treatment choices.
3 citations
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January 2022 in “Pharmaceutics” This review examines new formulations for delivering 5-α-reductase inhibitors to improve targeted drug delivery in androgenetic alopecia, but reports no new clinical results.
1 citations
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January 2022 in “Faculty reviews” This review discusses recent advances in understanding hair growth mechanisms and reviews current and emerging therapies, but it presents no new clinical results.
July 2023 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This review describes ethosomes as promising nanocarriers for delivering active cosmetic ingredients to the skin, potentially transforming treatments for hair loss, acne, and skin pigmentation.
November 2022 in “Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” In this study, a combined treatment for moderate to severe androgenetic alopecia using electric microneedles showed a 100% response rate after 12 weeks, with improvements in hair density and mild side effects, offering promising application prospects.
December 2024 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology Venereology and Leprology” Atypical male hair loss may not respond to usual treatments.
April 2023 in “Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery” This review proposes a combination treatment scheme with a rotational approach for managing androgenetic alopecia, drawing on evidence for effectiveness, long-term use convenience, and patient acceptance, but presents no new clinical results.
February 2026 in “Biomedicines” This review highlights advancements in nanotechnology-based treatments for androgenetic alopecia, noting that these strategies could improve targeting and modulation of hair follicle environments compared to traditional therapies like minoxidil and finasteride, but also emphasizes challenges around safety, manufacturing, and regulation.
January 2026 in “Preprints.org” This review highlights recent advancements in nanotechnology-based approaches for treating androgenetic alopecia, focusing on enhancing drug delivery to hair follicles, controlled release, and follicular microenvironment modulation, while addressing safety, manufacturing, and regulatory challenges for clinical application.
2 citations
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January 2023 in “Pharmaceuticals” This review discusses factors affecting hair health, types of alopecia, and the potential of phytochemicals in managing hair loss but reports no new clinical results; it highlights the need for further studies.
June 2025 in “Naunyn-Schmiedeberg s Archives of Pharmacology” This literature review reports that certain herbal remedies, such as rosemary, green tea, and ginseng, have shown promise in promoting hair growth and improving hair density, though variability and study design limitations highlight the need for more rigorous research.
1 citations
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December 2022 in “Journal of Controlled Release” This review summarizes recent research on microneedles for alopecia treatment and hair regrowth, noting their potential to improve drug delivery and patient outcomes, but reports no new clinical results.
August 2025 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This study found that sulforaphane-rich broccoli sprout extract significantly accelerated hair regrowth in a mouse model of androgenetic alopecia, suggesting its potential as a safe and effective natural therapy.
May 2025 in “International Journal of Applied Pharmaceutics” This review highlights the potential of nanotechnology in enhancing the treatment of androgenetic alopecia by facilitating targeted drug delivery, improving drug stability, and increasing concentration at target sites, although clinical validation and scalable manufacturing are needed for practical implementation.
May 2024 in “Drug discovery today” This review discusses the potential role of thyroid receptor β agonists in treating androgenetic alopecia, reporting no new clinical results while highlighting their mechanism and anti-alopecia efficacy.
October 2024 in “JEADV Clinical Practice” This study reports the prescribing preferences of UK dermatologists for treating various hair loss conditions, noting that topical corticosteroids for mild to moderate alopecia areata and topical minoxidil for female pattern hair loss are commonly used first-line treatments.
88 citations
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September 2003 in “Clinical endocrinology” This review discusses the diagnosis, management, and hormone treatment of transsexual individuals, and examines the risks and effects of cross-sex hormone therapy without presenting new clinical results.
August 2025 in “Drug Design Development and Therapy” This review article examines current drugs for androgenetic alopecia, focusing on their mechanisms and clinical efficacy, noting that while finasteride and minoxidil are commonly approved treatments, new drugs targeting different pathogenic pathways have emerged, offering a broader understanding and reference for AGA treatment options.
July 2012 in “International Journal of Trichology” This article discusses various aspects of hair and scalp health, ancient philosophical perspectives on hair, and causes of hair disorders in children, without reporting new clinical results.
3 citations
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January 2021 in “Journal of dermatology & cosmetology” This review explores different types of alopecia, the effects on hair appearance and growth, and the conventional treatments available, including minoxidil and finasteride, along with their side effects and the need for future drug development and potential therapies.
September 2025 in “Cosmetics” This study found that using a pharmacogenetic panel with 26 SNPs can improve treatment outcomes for androgenetic alopecia, as overall response rates to minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride were high, and specific genetic markers predicted poor responses to these drugs.
This study explored the molecular mechanisms by which Polygonum multiflorum may treat androgenic alopecia, suggesting it influences cell apoptosis and inflammation through specific pathways, with potential application value pending further testing.
April 2025 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This review highlights the limitations of existing hair loss treatments like minoxidil and finasteride and suggests that future therapies may benefit from focusing on antibody and cell-based treatments, which offer targeted and potentially transformative options for managing hair loss disorders.
November 2023 in “Materials Today Bio” This article discusses photobiomodulation as a potential adjunct to hair follicle organoid culture for androgenic alopecia, reporting no new results and suggesting further study is needed.
November 2023 in “International Journal of Medical Sciences” This review examines the mechanisms of hair follicle development and regeneration, discussing current hair loss treatments and emerging therapies like low-level laser therapy and stem cell therapy, which the authors suggest show promise in managing hair loss.
July 2023 in “JAAD International” This study describes androgenetic alopecia as a common non-scarring hair loss condition primarily influenced by genetic factors and androgen sensitivity, notably impacting psychosocial well-being, especially in females and younger males seeking treatment.
January 2026 in “Dermatologic Therapy” In this review, BTXA treatment was reported to effectively increase hair density and improve follicle health in androgenetic alopecia patients by enhancing scalp blood flow and reducing inflammation, without significant adverse effects.