July 2025 in “International Journal of Health and Medicine” In this study, dual therapy with tamsulosin and solifenacin significantly improved urinary symptom severity and bladder capacity in BPH patients, but did not alter post-void residual urine volume. This supports using the combination therapy for managing LUTS, especially for storage-related symptoms, in clinical settings.
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January 2015 in “ADMET and DMPK” This study observed that hyaluronan's transformation into HA·3Ca and its hydrate increases drug absorption by changing its molecular characteristics, influenced by zwitterionic character and acidic pH.
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May 1992 in “Pharmacological Research” March 2005 in “The Nurse Practitioner” This update provides information on new drug approvals but does not offer new clinical research findings.
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January 2006 in “Durham e-Theses (Durham University)” This study found that solid-state NMR combined with X-ray techniques provided critical insights into the structure and solvation of finasteride polymorphs, identifying gaps in existing patent characterizations.
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June 2014 in “World Journal of Urology” This study found that the herbal combination PRO 160/120 significantly improved nocturnal voiding frequency in patients with moderate-to-severe LUTS/BPH compared to placebo, with similar effectiveness to tamsulosin and finasteride.
January 2019 in “Actas urológicas españolas” Using mirabegron and solifenacin together is safe and more effective for treating overactive bladder than using either drug alone.
February 2024 in “Practical Diabetes” This study showed that spironolactone effectively reduces morbidity and mortality in moderate to severe heart failure with reduced ejection fraction, but its benefits in heart failure with preserved ejection fraction are less clear.
January 2026 in “American Journal of Translational Research” In this study, the combination of metoprolol and spironolactone in patients with coronary heart disease and heart failure significantly improved cardiac function and reduced inflammation and oxidative stress markers compared to spironolactone alone, with better clinical efficacy and fewer adverse effects.
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April 2014 in “Journal of Scientific and Innovative Research” This study evaluated Tridax procumbens extracts for their in-vitro alpha amylase inhibitory activity compared to standard antidiabetic agents, suggesting potential benefits for diabetes management.
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April 2009 in “Acta Medica Scandinavica” In this study, oral minoxidil combined with other medications improved blood pressure control in patients with severe hypertension but often had to be discontinued due to side effects.
March 2019 in “Reactions Weekly” 5 citations
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July 1987 in “European Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology and Reproductive Biology” This study found that a combined oral contraceptive containing ethinyl estradiol and desogestrel appeared effective in temporarily treating ovarian hyperandrogenism in adolescents, with reductions in hormone levels and ovarian volume observed.
January 2011 in “Reactions Weekly”
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July 2008 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism” This study found that cortisone reductase deficiency is caused by inactivating mutations in the H6PD gene, affecting cortisol metabolism by preventing 11β-HSD1 enzyme function.
November 2003 in “PubMed”
February 2025 in “Revista Eletrônica Acervo Saúde” This integrative review found that triamcinolone hexacetonide remains the primary treatment for mild to moderate alopecia areata but noted its significant side effects with prolonged use, while emerging therapies like PRP and minoxidil offer promising alternative benefits with fewer risks.
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January 1976 in “Clinical Science” This study concluded that minoxidil combined with a diuretic may effectively reduce blood pressure in moderately hypertensive male patients with minimal side effects.
This study developed and validated three analytical techniques for the simultaneous quantification of Finasteride and Tamsulosin Hydrochloride in pharmaceutical dosage forms, with proven accuracy and precision.
May 2008 in “Trends in Urology Gynaecology & Sexual Health” This study found that continuous use of loop diuretics may double the rate of bone loss in elderly men compared to intermittent or non-use.
June 2008 in “Drugs & therapy perspectives” Dutasteride effectively treats benign prostatic hyperplasia, improving symptoms and quality of life.
October 2020 in “Journal of the American Society of Nephrology” In this case study, drospirenone use masked the diagnosis of a rare form of congenital adrenal hyperplasia, suggesting a possible delay in detecting underlying endocrinopathies.
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January 2005 in “PubMed” This study concluded that alpha(1)-adrenoceptor antagonists are more effective than finasteride in the short term for reducing symptoms of lower urinary tract symptoms associated with benign prostatic hyperplasia.
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May 2004 in “The Journal of clinical endocrinology and metabolism/Journal of clinical endocrinology & metabolism” This study found that dutasteride more effectively reduced serum dihydrotestosterone levels than finasteride in patients with benign prostatic hyperplasia.
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February 2009 in “Bioorganic & Medicinal Chemistry” This study suggests that true binary and ternary inclusion complexes were formed between finasteride and 2-hydroxypropyl-ß-cyclodextrin, with or without the addition of specific polymers.
A medicine company has recalled a drug because it contained an unlisted blood pressure medication.
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April 2005 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” This preliminary study suggests that finasteride may be an effective treatment option for patients with hidradenitis suppurativa, as six out of seven participants showed significant improvement.
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December 2016 in “Universal journal of pharmaceutical research” This study concluded that Finasteride can be effectively delivered in matrix tablets using different polymer ratios for sustained release.
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February 2025 in “Toxicology in Vitro” In this study, DPHC from the brown alga Ishige okamurae demonstrated potential to prevent androgenic alopecia by inhibiting hair loss and promoting hair growth through multiple cellular mechanisms.
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March 2019 in “Environmental Chemistry Letters” This review examines the role of cyclodextrins in improving the solubility, stability, and bioavailability of steroid drugs but does not report new experimental findings.