research Atypical Post-Finasteride Syndrome: A Pharmacological Riddle
Finasteride and dutasteride can cause severe, lasting side effects.
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research The Exaptation of Endocrine Pharmacology
Old drugs are often used for new, different medical purposes in endocrine pharmacology.
research Imiquimod for Cervical and Vaginal Intraepithelial Neoplasia
Imiquimod may be a better non-surgical treatment for cervical pre-cancer, but its effectiveness for vaginal pre-cancer is unclear, and it has some side effects.
research Pregnancy and Neonatal Outcome with Maternal Exposure to Finasteride: Case Series
Exposure to the hair loss drug finasteride during pregnancy can cause genital anomalies in male babies, but not in female babies. It's best to avoid this drug in women who could potentially become pregnant.
research Botulinum Toxins in Medical and Cosmetic Dermatology
Botulinum toxins are safe for various medical and cosmetic uses, but more research is needed for long-term safety and effectiveness in hair growth treatments.
research Niosomal And Ethosomal Gels: A Comparative In Vitro And Ex Vivo Evaluation For Repurposing Of Spironolactone
Niosomes and ethosomes can effectively carry the drug spironolactone, potentially improving treatment for hair loss and reducing side effects.
research Report: Metformin Potential in Predisposing Arthralgia, Type II Cross Reactivity Secondary to Group A Streptococcus Infection and Other Comorbidities in Treating PCOS
Metformin for PCOS can rarely cause side effects like joint pain and behavior changes.
research The Efficacy of Topical Minoxidil 2% Versus Topical Botanically Derived Inhibitors of 5 Alpha Reductase in Treatment of Female Pattern Hair Loss by Trichoscopy
Minoxidil 2% is more effective for female hair loss, but botanicals have fewer side effects.
research Oral Finasteride (5 mg and 2 mg) Versus Topical Minoxidil 5% in Female Pattern Hair Loss
Finasteride 5 mg and topical minoxidil 5% effectively increase hair density in women, with finasteride 5 mg having the highest satisfaction.
research Topical Dutasteride for Androgenic Alopecia: Current State and Prospects
Topical dutasteride shows promise for hair loss but needs more research.
research Formulation and Evaluation of Valproic Acid Microemulsions for Enhanced Transfollicular Delivery in Guinea Pig Skin
Valproic acid microemulsions improve skin delivery compared to regular solutions.
research Using 5 Alpha Reductase Inhibitors Safely: What Primary Care Physicians Need to Know
5 alpha reductase inhibitors can cause sexual, cognitive, and muscle side effects, and may slightly increase aggressive cancer risk.
research Alopecia Areata Following the Use of Belimumab in a Patient with Systemic Lupus Erythematosus and Arthritis Who Responded Well to Baricitinib: A Case Report
Baricitinib improved hair loss and arthritis in a lupus patient.
research Outcomes of Androgenetic Alopecia Treated with Dutasteride Mesotherapy: A Case Series
Dutasteride mesotherapy showed mixed results and is not recommended as a primary treatment for hair loss.
research Low-Dose Oral Minoxidil Initiation and Monitoring for Hair Loss: A Modified Delphi Consensus of Experts
Experts agree on guidelines for safely using low-dose oral minoxidil to treat hair loss.
research Efficacy and Safety of Topical Tofacitinib for the Treatment of Alopecia Areata
Topical tofacitinib is effective and safe for treating alopecia areata.
research Characterization of Scalp, Eyelash, and Eyebrow Hair Regrowth in Patients with Severe Alopecia Areata Randomized to Placebo in BRAVE AA1 and BRAVE AA2 Trials
Severe alopecia areata patients have a low chance of spontaneous hair regrowth.
research Evaluation of the Effects of Adding an Adipose Tissue-Derived Stromal Vascular Fraction to Platelet-Rich Plasma Injection in the Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia: A Randomized Clinical Trial
Adding stromal vascular fraction to platelet-rich plasma injections did not significantly improve hair growth in androgenetic alopecia treatment.
research The Boosting Effect of Minoxidil 0.1% Combined With Dutasteride 0.01% and Microneedling in the Treatment of Female Pattern Hair Loss
Combining minoxidil with dutasteride and microneedling is more effective for female pattern hair loss than just dutasteride and microneedling.
research Severe and Refractory Hypotension After Intentional Minoxidil Overdose: A Case Report
Minoxidil overdose caused severe low blood pressure, but the patient recovered with specific treatments.
research Low-Dose Oral Minoxidil for Androgenetic Alopecia Is Not Associated With Clinically Significant Blood-Pressure Changes: A Retrospective Study
Taking a small dose of the hair growth medicine minoxidil by mouth does not really change your blood pressure.
research Cardiovascular Risk in Patients With Scarring and Nonscarring Alopecias: Assessing the Current State of Evidence
People with common hair loss conditions may have a higher risk of heart disease and related health issues.
research Female Pelvic Conditions: Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) affects about 10% of women, is often linked to obesity and family history, and can cause irregular periods, fertility issues, and other symptoms. It's usually managed with lifestyle changes, weight loss, and medication.
research Exploring the Potential of the Novel IFNγ Aptamer TAGX-0003 as a Treatment for Alopecia Areata in Pre-Clinical Models
The new aptamer TAGX-0003 shows promise as an effective treatment for hair loss disorder alopecia areata.
research Systemic Minoxidil for Hair Disorders in Pediatric Patients: A Safety and Tolerability Review
Low-dose oral and sublingual minoxidil seem safe for children with hair disorders.
research Topical Finasteride Versus Topical Spironolactone in the Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia
Topical spironolactone works better than topical finasteride for hair loss.
research 9-cis-Retinoic Acid Capsules in the Treatment of AIDS-Related Kaposi Sarcoma
9-cis-retinoic acid showed some effectiveness in treating AIDS-related Kaposi sarcoma but had significant side effects at higher doses.
research Treatment of Pediatric Alopecia Areata: A Systematic Review
Topical corticosteroids are the best initial treatment for children's alopecia areata.
research Methotrexate in Severe Childhood Alopecia Areata: Long-Term Follow-Up
Methotrexate can help some kids with severe hair loss regrow hair.
research Radiesse
Radiesse is a versatile facial injectable used for cosmetic improvements and long-term collagen production, with careful dosing needed to prevent complications.