238 citations
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February 2007 in “Journal of Neuroscience” This study found that neurosteroids can reorganize GABA A receptors in mice, mimicking ovarian cycle changes, with the process being mediated by neurosteroid levels rather than direct hormone receptor activation.
35 citations
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July 2008 in “International Journal of Gynecology & Obstetrics” This study found that medroxyprogesterone acetate treatment in women with PCOS reduced hyperandrogenism-related hormonal levels and improved skin conditions without affecting lipid or carbohydrate metabolism.
8 citations
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January 2013 in “Medicinal chemistry” This study reported that among 10 tested 2-(4-chlorophenyl)-5-aryl-1,3,4-oxadiazole compounds, compound 4c showed the highest activity against cancer cell lines, with a 95.37% average growth rate.
4 citations
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January 2019 in “Dermatology Online Journal” This article discusses the potential of low-dose naltrexone as an adjuvant therapy for trichodynia in alopecias, noting its anti-inflammatory properties and need for further research.
2 citations
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May 2022 in “Advanced therapeutics” This study reported that a novel vasodilator drug called TOP-M119, when delivered using a specially designed dissolving microneedle system, showed enhanced targeting of hair follicles and effectiveness in treating alopecia, demonstrated through in vitro, ex vivo, and in vivo studies involving mouse skin.
May 2026 in “Journal of Assisted Reproduction and Genetics” In this study, researchers developed and tested a novel peptide, AMHR2BP, which mimics the function of Anti-Müllerian hormone to protect ovarian follicles in mice, showing promise for preserving ovarian health during chemotherapy without causing toxicity.
5 citations
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October 2020 in “Brain Research Bulletin” This study found that etifoxine pretreatment reduced neuroinflammation and improved cognitive function in LPS-induced neuroinflammation in mice, potentially through increased neurosteroid synthesis and reduced apoptosis.
219 citations
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January 2006 in “Drug Metabolism Reviews” This review discusses how dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) may exert its biological effects through multiple receptors and reports no new clinical results.
69 citations
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January 2021 in “Journal of Biological Chemistry” This review discusses various amino acid-derived plant defensive compounds and highlights their potential as drug leads due to their potent antimicrobial properties, but reports no new experimental results.
61 citations
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October 2011 in “Experimental dermatology” This review discusses the neurobiology and proposed mechanisms of scalp itch, but it does not report new clinical findings, highlighting the need for further research in this area.
57 citations
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November 2024 in “Aggregate” This review article highlights recent advancements in smart hydrogels as promising solutions for diabetic wound management, emphasizing their ability to respond to wound environments and deliver targeted therapies, while addressing limitations of traditional dressings.
37 citations
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February 2010 in “Psychoneuroendocrinology” This study found that nuclear androgen receptors are not necessary for androgen self-administration, suggesting that plasma membrane receptors might be involved.
29 citations
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January 2020 in “Journal of Burn Care & Research” This article discusses the challenges and lack of progress in improving burn care outcomes for patients aged 65 and older, highlighting the urgent need for tailored treatment protocols and better understanding of their long-term care needs.
26 citations
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January 2018 in “Skin appendage disorders” This review summarizes existing studies on toxic agents that can cause alopecia, with thallium and colchicine having the most established links, while others like botulinum toxin A need further investigation.
21 citations
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February 2005 in “Epilepsy & Behavior” The researchers reported that metabolism of progesterone to 3α,5α-THP in the hippocampus is important for its antiseizure effects in ovariectomized rats.
16 citations
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October 2023 in “Molecular cancer” This study reviews the etiology and treatment of skin cancer, focusing on nanotechnology's role in addressing drug resistance and evaluating nanoparticles' potential to improve treatment outcomes, including overcoming multidrug resistance.
16 citations
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June 2016 in “Innovare Academic Sciences - Innovare Journal of Ayurvedic Sciences” This article reviews historical and traditional uses of the herb Bacopa monnieri, or Brahmi, for enhancing memory and other medicinal benefits, but presents no new research findings.
16 citations
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August 2000 in “Il Farmaco” This study observed that tryptophan levels in human hair are higher in males than females, increase with age, and vary with hair color, being highest in grey and white hair.
15 citations
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November 2023 in “Immunity & ageing” This review highlights the role of the receptor TLR4 in cellular aging and age-related diseases, suggesting it as a potential therapeutic target due to its contribution to persistent inflammation and symptom regulation in these conditions.
14 citations
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December 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology Symposium Proceedings” This review discusses unconventional therapies for managing alopecia areata, highlighting antihistamines, cryotherapy, and low-dose naltrexone, but reports no new clinical results and emphasizes the need for further research.
12 citations
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November 2022 in “Toxics” This review describes how liver and kidney diseases and diabetes may affect ethyl glucuronide levels in hair, impacting forensic and clinical interpretations, but reports no new experimental results.
12 citations
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May 2022 in “Plants” This review highlights the potential of nano-phytopharmaceuticals in improving the bioavailability and efficacy of phytochemicals for treating locomotor, dermal, reproductive, and urinary tract disorders, but notes that more clinical and preclinical research is needed to establish their safety and efficacy for human use.
12 citations
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January 2020 in “Analyst” This study found that untargeted hair metabolomics analysis detected significantly altered endogenous biomolecules, potentially serving as biomarkers for identifying oxidative cosmetic hair treatments like bleaching.
11 citations
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October 2002 in “Pharmacology Biochemistry and Behavior” This study found that formalin-induced pain in rats nearly eliminates testosterone in the brain and spinal cord by likely increasing 5α-reductase activity, but normalizes serum levels after 24 hours.
10 citations
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January 2014 in “Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences” This study found that ketorolac tert-butyl ester enhances skin permeation and follicular absorption compared to ketorolac, highlighting the role of lipophilicity and solubility in prodrug design.
9 citations
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August 2024 in “Pharmacological Reviews” This review summarized advancements in intestinal lymphatic drug delivery, emphasizing the evolving understanding of lymphatics as active players in health and disease, which has led to innovative therapeutic strategies and enhanced pharmacokinetic outcomes via this delivery route.
9 citations
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August 2020 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This review examines compounds that activate IK1 channels, highlighting their potential for developing Kir channel agonists and addressing safety concerns, but does not report new experimental findings.
8 citations
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August 2025 in “Journal of Translational Medicine” This comprehensive review suggests that CD44 signaling plays a significant role in post-natal skin wound healing and scar formation, with potential for therapeutic approaches targeting CD44 to shift from fibrotic scarring towards regenerative healing, including wound regeneration and hair neogenesis.
7 citations
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August 2023 in “Life” This review discusses using extracellular vesicles as less invasive surrogates for assessing drug-metabolizing enzymes and transporters, suggesting potential advancements in precision therapy, but reports no new clinical results.
7 citations
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January 2022 in “Anais Da Academia Brasileira De Ciencias” This study found that essential oils from Hedychium spicatum showed anti-inflammatory, antinociceptive, antipyretic, and antioxidant activities, with site-specific variations in their effectiveness.