3 citations
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December 2019 in “International Journal of Pharmacology” This study found that Poria cocos extract may enhance human follicle dermal papilla cell proliferation through the AKT signaling pathway, indicating its potential for hair growth promotion.
11 citations
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August 2012 in “BMJ case reports” This report describes a case of acute liver failure linked to the use of the herbal supplement Ban Tu Wan, which highlights potential risks associated with herbal medications.
4 citations
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May 2009 in “Clinical and experimental dermatology” This article discusses flexural follicular lichen planus and reports no new clinical findings.
August 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” Pulsatilla Nigricans may help stabilize and regrow hair in alopecia areata.
3 citations
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May 1991 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” September 2024 in “Dermatologica Sinica” This study reported a rare case of pityriasis rubra pilaris-like skin reaction in an 18-year-old woman after starting ponatinib treatment for relapsed Philadelphia chromosome-positive acute lymphoblastic leukemia, which resolved after treatment adjustment and did not recur over 15 months.
5 citations
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September 2019 in “Medical Sains Jurnal Ilmiah Kefarmasian” This research investigates the potential of green tea leaves and herb gotukola for promoting hair growth, but it reports no new experimental results.
72 citations
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March 2023 in “Biomolecules” This study reviewed the use of dupilumab, beyond its approved indications for atopic dermatitis and prurigo nodularis, and found effective treatment reports for various chronic inflammatory skin diseases such as bullous autoimmune diseases, eczema, and alopecia areata, highlighting its broad potential in dermatology.
February 2025 in “Jurnal Kesehatan Bakti Tunas Husada Jurnal Ilmu-ilmu Keperawatan Analis Kesehatan dan Farmasi” This study formulated nanostructured lipid carriers with curcumin, using specific surfactants, to enhance its stability and bioavailability for more effective androgenetic alopecia treatment.
This study evaluated formulations of a nanoemulsion with mangkokan leaves extract and candlenut oil, predicting its effectiveness for enhancing hair growth in male Sprague Dawley rats, with nanoemulsions showing assumed stable physical characteristics after two weeks.
January 2008 in “International Journal of Trichology” This paper examines three case studies of hair disorders through the lens of analytical psychology, suggesting that psychological factors and symbolic meanings may contribute to their onset and persistence.
47 citations
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September 2012 in “Human molecular genetics online/Human molecular genetics” This study suggests that the interaction between folliculin and plakophilin-4 (p0071) may play a role in folliculin's tumor suppressor function by regulating RhoA signaling, impacting cell migration and junction formation.
15 citations
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January 2020 in “RSC advances” In this study, researchers developed a new Supported Ionic Liquid Phase palladium catalyst that showed effectiveness in aminocarbonylation reactions for synthesizing pharmaceutical compounds like CX-546 and a precursor of Finasteride, though results were sensitive to substrate variations and prompted palladium leaching concerns.
9 citations
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May 1996 in “Pediatric Dermatology” This article discusses the colocalization of alopecia areata and lichen planus in pediatric dermatology and does not present new clinical results.
2 citations
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January 2014 in “The Korea Journal of Herbology” This study found that Polygoni Multiflori Radix (PMR) reduced collagenase and elastase activity after UVB damage in fibroblasts, suggesting potential anti-aging properties for cosmetic use.
March 2023 in “Jurnal Ilmiah Medicamento” In this study, herbal hair tonic made from Usada Bali ingredients significantly increased hair growth in mice without causing skin irritation compared to a negative control.
May 2005 in “Molecular Carcinogenesis” This study found that mrp/plf-mRNA expression in murine skin increases in response to different tumor promoters, suggesting its potential as a short-term biomarker for chemical carcinogenesis.
1 citations
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July 2023 in “Cureus” This report describes a rare case of pili multigemini, where multiple hair shafts arise from a single follicle, discovered during an examination for folliculitis on a patient's abdomen.
9 citations
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February 2020 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” In this study, CRH receptor antagonists from Pulsatilla chinensis reversed stress hormone-induced changes in hair follicles and dermal papilla cells in a lab setting, suggesting potential pharmaceutical and cosmetic applications for treating stress-related hair loss.
10 citations
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January 2016 in “ACG Case Reports Journal” This case report describes a 73-year-old male with numerous colon polyps whose long-term use of Cape Aloe likely caused melanosis coli, which helped highlight the polyps' locations.
January 2026 in “RSC Advances” This study found that the natural polymer-based hydrogel Gel/SA@PL released growth factors in a controlled way, which enhanced tissue regeneration and minimized scarring in the healing of diabetic wounds.
3 citations
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April 2021 in “Chemical & Pharmaceutical Bulletin” This study found that indole glycosides from Calanthe discolor Lindl. can significantly promote the proliferation of human hair follicle dermal papilla cells, potentially through upregulating specific growth factors.
July 2018 in “Our Dermatology Online” In this study, researchers examined the under-studied mechanisms behind specific dermatological phenomena such as co-localization, Wolf's isotopic phenomenon, Koebner's isomorphic phenomenon, and the recently described Renbök phenomenon, noting that only a few cases have been reported so far.
January 2025 in “JAAD Case Reports” In this study, researchers noted that while Poly-L-lactic acid dermal fillers boost collagen synthesis to add volume and reduce wrinkles, there is no established link between these fillers and hair loss according to existing literature.
July 2024 in “Jurnal PKM Manajemen Bisnis” This article describes community efforts to increase awareness and effective utilization of guava plant resources in Pamulang, aiming to improve local economic welfare through better cultivation practices and innovative processing of guava for health benefits.
This case study reports that a 35-year-old woman developed nonscarring alopecia following the cosmetic use of poly-L-lactic acid on her face and hairline.
June 2023 in “Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” This report describes a 60-year-old female with pretibial pruritic papular dermatitis who showed significant improvement of skin lesions after one month of treatment with oral pentoxifylline. The authors highlight the unique clinical and histological features of PPPD and propose pentoxifylline as a potential therapy.
7 citations
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May 1988 in “International Journal of Dermatology” This case report describes an 18-year-old man with pili annulati, characterized by a "shagreened" appearance of the hair shaft with alternate bright and dark bands and wide holes throughout the cortex.
3 citations
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October 2021 in “International Journal of Research in Ayurveda and Pharmacy” This study reviewed the pharmacological properties of Priyaladi lepa, an Ayurvedic formulation, and reported its potential anti-dandruff benefits due to anti-inflammatory, anti-fungal, anti-microbial, anti-pruritic, antioxidant, and exfoliation effects, warranting further research for managing Darunaka (dandruff).
2 citations
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January 2014 in “Chinese medicine” This study found that the polyherbal cough syrup Linkus reduced cough reflexes without causing observed toxicity in rats, suggesting it may be an effective and safe option.