research 5α-Reductase Inhibitors and Prostatic Disease
5α-Reductase inhibitors can help treat hair loss, acne, and prostate issues by reducing DHT levels.
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research Safety of Treatment Options for Spondyloarthritis: A Narrative Review
Most treatments for spondyloarthritis are safe, but monitoring and careful selection based on patient risks are important.
research Network-Based Approaches Reveal Potential Therapeutic Targets for Host-Directed Antileishmanial Therapy Driving Drug Repurposing
Researchers identified five new potential targets for leishmaniasis treatment, suggesting repurposing existing drugs could be effective.
research Direct Access to Novel Chromeno-Pyrimidine-N-Oxides via Tandem Base Catalyzed Double Nucleophilic Addition/Dehydration Reaction
New method makes important drug ingredients more easily without needing extra purification steps.
research Hepatology Highlights: Key Findings from 2004
Tenofovir is more effective than adefovir for resistant hepatitis B, Fibroscan is good for assessing liver damage, regulatory T cells may help hepatitis C persist, and other insights into liver health and disease were found.
research Leflunomide
Leflunomide is effective for rheumatoid arthritis but has significant side effects.
research Association of Fibrosis in the Bulge Portion with Hair Follicle Miniaturization in Androgenetic Alopecia
Fibrosis in the bulge area of hair follicles can cause hair thinning in male pattern baldness, and drugs that inhibit fibrosis might help reverse this.
research Cutaneous Complications of Chemotherapeutic Agents
Chemotherapy can cause skin problems like hair loss, mouth sores, and skin darkening, and recognizing these can affect treatment decisions.
research Advances in Chitosan-Based Nanoparticles for Drug Delivery
Chitosan, a natural substance, can be used to create tiny particles that effectively deliver various types of drugs, but more work is needed to improve stability and control of drug release.
research Drug Repositioning: Current Approaches and Their Implications in the Precision Medicine Era
Drug repositioning is becoming more targeted and efficient with new technologies, offering personalized treatment options and growing interest in the field.
research Impact of Metformin and Rosiglitazone Treatment on Glucose Transporter 4 mRNA Expression in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Metformin and rosiglitazone both improved insulin use and hormonal symptoms in women with PCOS.
research Local and Systemic Reduction by Topical Finasteride or Flutamide of Hamster Flank Organ Size and Enzyme Activity
Topical finasteride and flutamide reduce gland size and enzyme activity, with flutamide being more potent, potentially treating acne, seborrhea, hirsutism, and androgenic alopecia.
research A Review of the Dermatological Manifestations of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)
COVID-19 can cause various skin problems, including reactions to protective gear and medication, with different rates reported worldwide, and more research is needed to fully understand these skin issues.
research Cutaneous Drug Delivery: An Update
New methods like nanoparticles and microneedles show promise for better skin drug delivery, especially for hair disorders.
research Exosomes as a Novel Pathway for Regulating Development and Diseases of the Skin
Exosomes are important for skin health and could help diagnose and treat skin diseases.
research Ranitidine And Finasteride Inhibit The Synthesis And Release Of Trimethylamine N-Oxide And Mitigate Its Cardiovascular And Renal Damage Through Modulating Gut Microbiota
Ranitidine and finasteride lower TMAO levels, reducing heart and kidney damage by changing gut bacteria.
research The Direct Inhibitory Effect of Dutasteride or Finasteride on Androgen Receptor Activity Is Cell Line Specific
Dutasteride and finasteride affect different cell types differently.
research Alopecia: The Search for Novel Agents Continues
Many potential alopecia treatments need more testing to confirm they promote acceptable hair growth with minimal side effects.
research Novel Therapies for Alopecia Areata: The Era of Rational Drug Development
New targeted therapies for hair loss from alopecia areata show promise, with personalized treatment expected in the future.
research Innovative Therapeutics in Pediatric Dermatology
New treatments for skin conditions in children include a preferred drug for birthmark reduction, proactive creams for eczema and vitiligo, a safe psoriasis medication, and special tissues and socks for eczema and fungal infections.
research Transcriptomes Reveal MicroRNAs and MRNAs in Different Photoperiods Influencing Cashmere Growth in Goat
Different amounts of daylight affect cashmere growth in goats by changing the activity of certain genes and molecules.
research Enzymes
Enzymes are classified into six types and are essential for many biological processes, with only a few targeted by drugs.
research PCSK9: From Nature's Loss to Patient's Gain
Certain genetic mutations can lower bad cholesterol and reduce heart disease risk, leading to effective cholesterol-lowering drugs.
research Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia by Exosomes Secreted From Hair Papilla Cells and the Intervention Effect of LTF
Exosomes from hair papilla cells and the Chinese medicine Liao Tuo Fang can potentially promote hair growth and could be used to develop hair growth drugs.
research Trazodone and Chlorpromazine: A Proposal Treatment for Post-Finasteride Syndrome and Post-Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors Syndrome
Trazodone and chlorpromazine may help treat sexual dysfunction caused by finasteride and SSRIs.
research The Profibrogenic Role of Neutrophil Extracellular Traps in Stenotic Crohn's Disease: A New Antifibrotic Target?
Targeting NETs may help reduce fibrosis in Crohn's disease.
research Understanding Cellular and Molecular Responses in the Treatment of Pediatric Lymphatic Anomalies
Sirolimus and propranolol may reduce abnormal cell growth and improve lymphatic malformations in children.
research 5α-Reductase Activity in the Prostate
Blocking the enzyme 5α-reductase can shrink the prostate and help treat enlarged prostate issues.
research Wound Healing and the Use of Medicinal Plants
Some medicinal plants can help heal wounds and may lead to new treatments.
research Targeting the Wnt Pathways for Therapies
Blocking the Wnt pathway could lead to new treatments for cancer and tissue repair but requires careful development to avoid side effects.