research Self-Care of Male Pattern Hair Loss
Two treatments for male pattern hair loss are minoxidil and finasteride, but they have side effects and may not satisfy everyone.
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Skin diseases can greatly affect daily life and require careful treatment and medication review.
research Uncovering Shortcomings in Advertising Strategies for Over-The-Counter Minoxidil Products on Amazon
Most minoxidil products on Amazon don't provide safety or side effect information.
research Comparative Study of the Insect Repellency Action of Over-the-Counter Herbal Insect Repellent Lotions Against 7.5% DEET Lotion
7.5% DEET lotion is more effective and safe at repelling mosquitoes than rosemary, citronella, and lemongrass lotions.
research Over-The-Counter Hair Loss Treatments: Help Or Hype?
Most over-the-counter hair loss treatments lack strong evidence of effectiveness and are not FDA-approved.
research Features
Pharmacists play a key role in helping patients use over-the-counter products correctly, including those for hair regrowth and smoking cessation.
research An Update on Drug-Induced Pigmentation
Some drugs can cause skin and hair color changes, often reversible when the drug is stopped.
research Six-Year Retrospective Review of Drug Reaction with Eosinophilia and Systemic Symptoms
Early detection and stopping the drug are key to managing DRESS, and careful monitoring is important due to possible severe reactions.
research Comparative Study of the Efficacy of Finasteride 1 mg/day on Different Age Groups with Androgenetic Alopecia Using Phototrichogram Analysis: A Single-Center Retrospective Analysis
Finasteride 1 mg/day effectively treats hair loss in men aged 18-41 and over 41; DEET lotion works better than herbal insect repellents; combined tattoo removal technique shows no extra benefits.
research The Development of Portal Hypertension and Liver Failure Due to Long-Term Intake of Vitamin A in a Young Woman: Case Report
A young woman got liver damage from taking too much vitamin A for two years.
research Drug News
Actemra is approved for a specific artery condition, HIV treatment adherence has improved, women may pay more for a hair loss product, and incorrect dosing of blood thinners can be risky.
research The Placebo Effect And Randomized Trials: Analysis Of Conventional Medicine
The document concludes that it's important to understand the placebo effect when evaluating the effectiveness of treatments in medical trials.
research A Multicenter, Randomized, Placebo-Controlled, Double-Blind Clinical Trial of a Novel Formulation of 5% Minoxidil Topical Foam Versus Placebo in the Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia in Men
New 5% minoxidil foam effectively promotes hair growth and is safe for use.
research Novel Agents for the Treatment of Alopecia
New treatments for hair loss show promise, especially finasteride for men and a stronger minoxidil formula.
research One of These Things Is Not Like the Others: The Idea of Precedence in Health Technology Assessment and Coverage Decisions
The conclusion is that formalizing how past decisions influence current health technology assessments could improve the credibility and defense of coverage decisions.
research Abstracts from the 4th Annual Student Medical Summit
The document concludes that more research is needed to reduce frequent hospital visits, addiction medicine education improves with specific training, early breast cancer surgery findings are emerging, nipple smears are not very accurate, surgery for older melanoma patients doesn't extend life, a genetic condition in infants can often be treated with one drug, doctors are inconsistent with blood clot medication, a certain gene may protect against cell damage, muscle gene overexpression affects many other genes, and some mitochondrial genes are less active in mice with tumors.
research Nutrition and the Deleterious Side Effects of Nutritional Supplements
Taking too many vitamin and mineral supplements can cause serious health problems.
research Lifestyle Drugs: Concept and Impact on Society
Lifestyle drugs are mainly used by wealthy people in India but could spread to others, affecting society and youth.
research Yellow Hair Following Sequential Application of Bacitracin Zinc and Selenium Sulfide: Report of Acquired Xanthotrichosis and Review of Yellow Hair Discoloration
Using bacitracin zinc and selenium sulfide one after the other can temporarily turn white hair yellow.
research Matters of the HAART: Ritonavir Induced CYP3A4 Inhibition of Intranasal Fluticasone Leading to Cushing's Syndrome
HIV medication ritonavir can increase the effects of nasal sprays like fluticasone, causing Cushing's syndrome.
research Chemical Pharmacotherapy Options for Managing Adult Acne
The conclusion is that more research is needed to better understand and treat adult acne, and that patient education and simple treatment plans are important for better results.
research Healthy Skin for Women: A Review of Common Conditions and Therapies
The conclusion is that pharmacists are important in helping women choose the right skin care treatments.
research Eosinophilic Pleural Effusion Due to Topical Minoxidil Use
A woman's use of minoxidil for hair loss caused fluid buildup in her chest, which went away when she stopped using the product.
research Androgenetic Alopecia: Treatments and Efficacy
Finasteride and minoxidil are effective FDA-approved treatments for androgenetic alopecia.
research Female Hair Loss: Assessment, Categorization, and Management
The document concludes that diagnosing female hair loss requires careful examination, with treatments varying by condition and psychological support often necessary.
research Cardiovascular Effects of Ingesting Topical Minoxidil in Pediatric Patients
Ingesting minoxidil can cause serious heart issues; keep away from children and improve packaging.
research Lasers in Hair Growth and Hair Transplantation
Lasers are less favored for hair transplant surgery but show promise for hair growth in controlled trials.
research Primary Cicatricial Alopecia: Treatment Approaches and Classification
Treatments for permanent hair loss from scarring aim to stop further loss, not regrow hair, and vary by condition, with partial success common.
research Clinical Trials and Hair Loss
Many treatments for hair loss show potential, but more testing is needed to confirm their effectiveness. Only minoxidil for women and minoxidil and finasteride for men are FDA approved.
research Androgenetic Alopecia: Overview
AGA is a genetic, hormonal hair loss treated with finasteride, minoxidil, and supplements, but new compounds are being developed.