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.
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60-90 / 196 resultsresearch Determination of the Sildenafil Effect on Alopecia Areata in Childhood: An Open-Pilot Comparison Study
Topical 1% sildenafil is not recommended for treating alopecia areata in children.
research FDA-Approved (Bremelanotide, Flibanserin) and Off-Label Medications (Testosterone, Sildenafil) to Enhance Sexual Desire and Function in Women
Some medications can help increase sexual desire and function in women.
research Safety and Efficacy of the Coadministration of Sildenafil and Finasteride
Taking sildenafil and finasteride together is safe and improves urinary and sexual symptoms in BPH patients.
research Comparative Study Between the Efficacy of Topical Sildenafil and Topical Minoxidil in the Treatment of Male Androgenic Alopecia
Both sildenafil and minoxidil effectively treat male hair loss, but impact hair differently.
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 The Long Term Effects of Doxazosin, Finasteride, and the Combination on Sexual Function in Men Participating in the MTOPS Study
Doxazosin and finasteride negatively affect sexual function in men with BPH.
research Hypoxia Inducible Factor-1α Promotes Trichogenic Gene Expression in Human Dermal Papilla Cells
HIF-1α is important for hair growth and could be a treatment target for hair loss.
research Pharmacological Approaches in Managing Symptomatic Relief of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia: A Comprehensive Review
Tadalafil is effective for treating urinary symptoms in men with BPH.
research Comment on ‘Androgenetic Alopecia Is Associated with Increased Scalp Hardness’: Role of Phosphodiesterase Inhibitors?
Drugs like PDEI may help hair disorders like AGA.
research Where It All Went Right: Secondary Uses of Drugs
Some drugs have gained approval for new uses, while others like tricyclic antidepressants and aspirin show promise but aren't yet approved for these uses.
research A Systematic Review on Drug Re-Profiling/Re-Purposing
The document concludes that drug repurposing, which is reusing known medicines for new illnesses, can provide faster, cheaper treatment options for various serious diseases, including cancer, COVID-19, and rare diseases.
research Medication Repurposing: New Uses for Old Drugs
Old drugs can be used for new treatments, saving time and money, but there are challenges like needing more evidence and legal concerns.
research Spotlight Commentary: Importance of Dose Redefining in the Process of Drug Repurposing
Redefining drug dosages is crucial when repurposing them for new uses.
research Repurposed Drugs: Current Trends In Drug Discovery
Drug repurposing speeds up development, cuts costs, and uses known safe drugs, but faces challenges like regulations and patents.
research Off-Label Medication and Use of Unapproved Drugs
Off-label drug use can be risky but sometimes beneficial when standard treatments fail.
research Pharma in the Bedroom and the Kitchen: The Pharmaceuticalisation of Daily Life
The conclusion is that the increasing use of drugs for lifestyle reasons is a complex issue influenced by corporate profit, consumer behavior, and the medicalization of everyday life, with potential negative effects on personal well-being.
research Network-Based Drug Repositioning: Approaches, Resources, and Research Directions
The document concludes that computational methods using networks and various data can improve the process of finding new uses for existing drugs.
research Drug Repositioning Using In Silico Compound Profiling
Using computers to analyze drugs can find new uses for them, but actual experiments are needed to confirm these uses.
research Persistent Sexual Dysfunction with Finasteride 1 mg Taken for Hair Loss
Finasteride for hair loss increases risk of long-lasting sexual dysfunction.
research Popper Maculopathy: Long-Term Follow-Up and Case Series
Using poppers can cause vision problems, but stopping their use might lead to complete recovery over time.
research The Use of Phosphodiesterase Inhibitors for the Treatment of Alopecia
Caffeine shows promise for treating some types of hair loss, but more research is needed.
research Psychosis as an Early Manifestation of Neuropsychiatric Systemic Lupus Erythematosus – A Case Report
Psychosis can be an early sign of neuropsychiatric lupus, treatable with tailored medication.
research Repurposing of Linagliptin and Similar FDA Approved Drugs as Antidiabetic Agents
Pranlukast and mirabegron may work as new diabetes drugs.
research Updates in Therapeutics for Pediatric Alopecia Areata: A Systematic Review with Evidence-Based Analysis
High potency topical steroids are the most effective treatment for pediatric alopecia areata.
research Finasteride
Finasteride caused serious side effects and led to six suicides.
research Finasteride
Finasteride can cause lasting erectile dysfunction, low libido, and depression in some patients.
research Androgens and Cardiovascular Disease
Male hormones may play a role in the development of heart disease, and more research is needed to understand their effects.
research Cutaneous and Mucosal Lichen Planus: A Comprehensive Review of Clinical Subtypes, Risk Factors, Diagnosis, and Prognosis
Lichen Planus is a less common condition affecting skin and mucous membranes, with various types and associated risk factors, challenging to diagnose, significantly impacts life quality, and may have a risk of cancerous changes in oral lesions.
research Summary of the Recommendations on Sexual Dysfunctions in Women
The report recommends personalized treatment for women's sexual dysfunctions and more research on effective therapies.