research Finasteride Blocks Progesterone Synthesis in MA-10 Leydig Tumor Cells
Finasteride blocks progesterone production in specific tumor cells, potentially causing side effects.
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research Antiandrogens and Androgen Inhibitors in Dermatologic Treatments
Antiandrogens and androgen inhibitors like spironolactone, finasteride, and dutasteride can treat hair loss and skin conditions, but they have risks and side effects, including potential harm to pregnant women and risks of cancer and heart issues. Herbal remedies also have antiandrogenic effects but lack safety validation.
research Drug Repositioning: New Opportunities for Older Drugs
Finding new uses for existing drugs is promising and can lead to safer, more effective medicines.
research A Human Folliculoid Microsphere Assay for Exploring Epithelial-Mesenchymal Interactions in the Human Hair Follicle
HFMs can help study hair growth and test potential hair growth drugs.
research 2,3,7,8-Tetrachlorodibenzo-p-dioxin Increases the Expression of Genes in the Human Epidermal Differentiation Complex and Accelerates Epidermal Barrier Formation
TCDD speeds up skin barrier formation by increasing certain gene expressions.
research Activation of the Integrated Stress Response in Human Hair Follicles
Blocking the Mitochondrial Pyruvate Carrier causes stress in hair follicles, which can be reduced by an ISR inhibitor.
research Oral Mesotherapy: Considered as an Adjunctive Technique for Different Surgical Procedures?
Mesotherapy might be a useful addition to dental surgery to reduce drug use and side effects, but more research is needed.
research Reversing Wrinkled Skin and Hair Loss in Mice by Restoring Mitochondrial Function
Restoring mitochondrial function in mice reversed their skin wrinkling and hair loss.
research Self-Amplifying RNA Approach for Protein Replacement Therapy
Self-amplifying RNA could be a better option for protein replacement therapy with lower doses and lasting effects, but delivering it into cells is still challenging.
research Control of Human Hair Growth by Neurotrophins: Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor Inhibits Hair Shaft Elongation, Induces Catagen, and Stimulates Follicular Transforming Growth Factor Beta 2 Expression
Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor (BDNF) slows down hair growth and promotes hair follicle regression.
research PKC Downregulation Upon Rapamycin Treatment Attenuates Mitochondrial Disease
Rapamycin treatment helps with mitochondrial disease by reducing PKC levels.
research Mesotherapy for Local Fat Reduction
Mesotherapy might help reduce fat in specific areas for those close to their ideal weight, but more research and care are needed to ensure safety.
research Brazilian Experience of Treating Alopecia Universalis with Novel Antirheumatic Therapy Tofacitinib: A Case Series
Tofacitinib, a medication for arthritis, showed potential for treating severe hair loss in a small Brazilian case series, but more research is needed.
research Control of Hair Growth and Follicle Size by VEGF-Mediated Angiogenesis
VEGF helps hair grow and determines follicle size by increasing blood vessel growth.
research A Clinical Overview of Hair Removal Using Lasers and Light Sources
Lasers and light sources can effectively remove hair, work best on fair skin with dark hair, and usually need multiple treatments.
research Prostaglandin D2 Inhibits Wound-Induced Hair Follicle Neogenesis Through the Receptor Gpr44
Prostaglandin D2 blocks new hair growth after skin injury through the Gpr44 receptor.
research Tcf3 Promotes Cell Migration and Wound Repair Through Regulation of Lipocalin 2
Tcf3 helps cells move and heal wounds by controlling lipocalin 2.
research Contemporary Hair Transplantation
Modern hair transplants use small grafts for a natural look and drugs to prevent further loss, with high patient satisfaction.
research Mechanism of Action of Herbs and Their Active Constituents Used in Hair Loss Treatment
Some herbs and their components might help treat hair loss by affecting various biological pathways, but more research and regulation are needed.
research The Therapeutic Potential of CRTH2/DP2 Beyond Allergy and Asthma
CRTH2 antagonists might be useful for treating many conditions because they play a role in immune and inflammation responses.
research Nonsurgical Therapy for Hair Loss
Some nonsurgical hair loss treatments are effective, especially if started early.
research Decorin Promotes Proliferation and Migration of ORS Keratinocytes and Maintains Hair Anagen in Mice
Decorin helps hair cells grow and move, and keeps hair growth phase going in mice.
research Topical L-Thyroxine: The Cinderella Among Hormones Waiting to Dance on the Floor of Dermatological Therapy?
Topical L-thyroxine may help with wound healing and hair growth but should be used short-term due to potential risks.
research Androgenetic Alopecia: Overview
AGA is a genetic, hormonal hair loss treated with finasteride, minoxidil, and supplements, but new compounds are being developed.
research Iontophoresis on Minoxidil Sulphate-Loaded Chitosan Nanoparticles Accelerates Drug Release, Decreasing Their Targeting Effect to Hair Follicles
Using iontophoresis on minoxidil sulphate-loaded chitosan nanoparticles increases drug release but reduces its targeting to hair follicles.
research Advances in the Management of Cutaneous Toxicities of Targeted Therapies
Targeted cancer therapies often cause skin problems that need careful management to improve patient quality of life and treatment success.
research Different Ligands of the TRPV3 Cation Channel Cause Distinct Conformational Changes as Revealed by Intrinsic Tryptophan Fluorescence Quenching
Different ligands change the shape of the TRPV3 ion channel in unique ways.
research Millet Seed Oil Activates Beta-Catenin Signaling and Promotes Hair Growth
Millet seed oil may help hair grow by activating certain cell growth signals.
research Can We Teach Old Drugs New Tricks? Repurposing Neuropharmacological Drugs for Inflammatory Skin Diseases
Old neuropharmacological drugs might be effective for treating inflammatory skin diseases.
research A Network Pharmacology-Based Approach to Explore Mechanism of Action of Medicinal Herbs for Alopecia Treatment
Medicinal herbs might treat hair loss by affecting genes and pathways related to lipid and glycerophospholipid metabolism.