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March 2024 in “Saudi Pharmaceutical Journal” This study found that a nano-cubosome formulation co-loaded with capsaicin and thiocolchicoside enhanced bioavailability and showed promising analgesic and anti-inflammatory effects in rats, potentially benefiting gout management through improved transdermal delivery.
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April 2014 in “Journal of Lipid Research” This study demonstrates a method to noninvasively assess lipid classes in rodent sebum via high-field proton NMR, observing significant lipid reductions in rats treated with an SCD1 inhibitor.
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June 2013 in “Aesthetic Plastic Surgery” This study found that minoxidil pretreatment in rat skin flaps enhanced angiogenesis and increased flap survival compared to untreated flaps, but was less effective at reducing necrosis than surgical delay.
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September 1994 in “Xenobiotica” Finasteride metabolism varies by age, sex, and P450 inducers, with males processing it faster.
This research developed a zinc-doped nanocomposite using biodegradable materials, observing effective bone targeting and regeneration capabilities in vivo, with no observed cytotoxicity in the MG63 cell line, potentially due to blocking Farnesyl Diphosphate Synthetase to inhibit osteoclastic activity and promote osteogenesis.
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February 2022 in “Research journal of pharmacy and technology” This study suggests that Wrightia tinctoria extract, particularly its components Quercetin and Indirubin, may play a role in promoting hair growth when tested on albino male Wistar rats.
December 2025 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” In this study, O. forskahlii seed oil was found to promote hair growth in rats and exhibit anti-aging effects on human skin cells by enhancing fibroblast proliferation and inhibiting inflammation and enzyme activity, indicating potential for cosmetic use.
August 2025 in “Pharmaceutics” This study evaluated methods to administer betulin in in vivo experiments and found that olive oil, food-grade lard, and other carriers increase betulin absorption in Wistar rats, while monitoring blood levels may aid future clinical research.
April 2025 in “Molecular Biology Reports” In this study, researchers found that DNMT1-mediated methylation of SRD5A2 in urethral epithelial cells from hypospadias-afflicted rats upregulates proteins associated with cell cycle and mitochondrial function, suggesting SRD5A2 as a potential therapeutic target for hypospadias due to its role in modulating cellular functions.
March 2025 in “Journal of Endocrinology and Metabolism” This study found that while rat models treated with letrozole and dihydrotestosterone exhibit altered sterol, leukotriene, and steroid hormone profiles similar to human PCOS, significant differences remain.
January 2025 in “International Journal of Nanomedicine” In this study, a metformin-loaded rosemary-based nanoemulgel was found to significantly enhance hair follicle growth in rats, suggesting its potential as a new treatment for androgenetic alopecia due to its promising physicochemical properties and controlled drug release.
November 2024 in “Nanomaterials” This study formulated and characterized a dutasteride-loaded nanocrystalline suspension for long-acting parenteral delivery, finding that it provided sustained drug release in rats with a significant reduction in local inflammation over 28 days following intramuscular injection.
September 2024 in “International Journal of Applied Pharmaceutics” This study describes a new LC-MS/MS method for analyzing Finasteride and Tadalafil, demonstrating system suitability, linearity, and accuracy in pharmacokinetic studies in rats, aligning with USFDA guidelines.
May 2023 in “Asian journal of research in pharmaceutical sciences” This study concluded that topical ketoconazole is effective and safe for treating superficial fungal infections and has potential for new dermatologic uses despite concerns over oral administration's adverse effects.
January 2020 in “Brazilian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences” In this study, finasteride was found to worsen the cardiac effects but reduce the mutagenic effects of nandrolone in male Wistar rats.
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August 2012 in “Archives of Pharmacal Research” Acankoreoside J from Acanthopanax koreanum may help promote hair growth.
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January 2015 in “Journal of Materials Chemistry B” This review discusses the development and future prospects of biomaterials for in situ tissue regeneration but reports no new research results; it underscores the importance of biomaterials in addressing tissue defects.
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July 2021 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This study found that extracts from Geranium pyrenaicum show promising antioxidant, enzyme inhibitory, and antiviral activities, particularly the methanolic extract's antiviral activity against HSV-1.
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August 2025 in “Plants” This review highlights the role of plant-derived organic selenium compounds, noting their high bioavailability and low toxicity, and provides a comprehensive overview of selenium's uptake in plants and metabolism in humans, offering a theoretical basis for future nutritional research.
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November 2022 in “Frontiers in Plant Science” This study found that microwave-assisted extraction significantly increased the yield of secondary metabolites, including phenolic and flavonoid content, from Nardostachys jatamansi, enhancing its anti-Alzheimer's potential compared to conventional extraction methods.
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April 2021 in “Journal of Medicinal Chemistry” This study suggests that finasteride may inhibit the enzyme PNMT, potentially contributing to its sexual and psychological side effects.
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June 2012 in “Springer eBooks” This article discusses the potential of acupuncture as a complementary or alternative therapy for PCOS, highlighting experimental evidence of its positive effects on reproductive and metabolic function, but reports no new clinical results.
July 2026 in “Biomimetics” This review discusses recent advancements in bone tissue engineering, emphasizing a shift from passive to smart responsive antibacterial strategies to prevent implant-associated infections, and highlights AI's role in optimizing bone scaffold design for personalized, infection-free implants.
January 2026 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This narrative review highlights that declining testosterone levels are a complex public health issue potentially influenced by modifiable lifestyle factors and environmental stressors, suggesting integrated strategies may be needed to address the trend's impacts on health.
June 2024 in “Journal of medical pharmaceutical and allied sciences” In this study, researchers observed that Pectin from Nagpuri oranges significantly increased colony counts of probiotic bacteria like L. acidophilus and L. plantarum both in vitro and in vivo, suggesting potential use as a prebiotic or synbiotic in nutraceutical formulations.
February 2024 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This review outlines the functional anatomy, pathology, and molecular mechanisms of androgenetic alopecia, emphasizing the need for multi-omics approaches to better understand this condition's biology.
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July 2019 in “International Journal of Biological Macromolecules” This study found that a newly developed injectable hydrogel combined with human umbilical cord-mesenchymal stem cells significantly accelerated wound healing and reduced inflammation in full-thickness cutaneous wounds.
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March 2020 in “ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces” In this study, researchers created a novel fibrous membrane inspired by ancient Chinese medicine that effectively promotes hair follicle regeneration and wound healing in deep burn injuries by releasing quercetin, copper, and silicon ions.
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May 2012 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This study found that Ecklonia cava enzymatic extract, particularly its component dieckol, promoted hair growth by increasing dermal papilla cell proliferation and inhibiting 5α-reductase activity in cultured vibrissa follicles and C57BL/6 mice.
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May 2013 in “Marine Drugs” This study found that Ishige sinicola extract increased hair growth and cell proliferation in cultured vibrissa follicles and mice, suggesting potential benefits for treating alopecia through β-catenin activation and 5α-reductase inhibition.