January 2018 in “Journal of human virology & retrovirology” Lifestyle drugs are mainly used by wealthy people in India but could spread to others, affecting society and youth.
12 citations,
January 2006 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” Topical 1% sildenafil is not recommended for treating alopecia areata in children.
April 2020 in “Online journal of complementary & alternative medicine” Some medications can help increase sexual desire and function in women.
August 2018 in “Daehan binyogi jong-yang haksulji” Taking sildenafil and finasteride together is safe and improves urinary and sexual symptoms in BPH patients.
October 2021 in “QJM: An International Journal of Medicine” Both sildenafil and minoxidil effectively treat male hair loss, but impact hair differently.
35 citations,
June 2005 in “The Milbank Quarterly” The conclusion is that formalizing how past decisions influence current health technology assessments could improve the credibility and defense of coverage decisions.
8 citations,
April 2004 in “The Journal of Urology” Doxazosin and finasteride negatively affect sexual function in men with BPH.
2 citations,
January 2023 in “Scientific Reports” HIF-1α is important for hair growth and could be a treatment target for hair loss.
1 citations,
December 2023 in “Curēus” Tadalafil is effective for treating urinary symptoms in men with BPH.
1 citations,
April 2020 in “Journal of The European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Drugs like PDEI may help hair disorders like AGA.
1 citations,
December 2014 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.
August 2022 in “IARS international research journal” 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.
6 citations,
May 2011 in “Journal of Pharmacy Technology” Old drugs can be used for new treatments, saving time and money, but there are challenges like needing more evidence and legal concerns.
2 citations,
November 2020 in “BJCP. British journal of clinical pharmacology/British journal of clinical pharmacology” Redefining drug dosages is crucial when repurposing them for new uses.
Off-label drug use can be risky but sometimes beneficial when standard treatments fail.
117 citations,
August 2008 in “Sociology of Health and Illness” 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.
39 citations,
December 2018 in “Methods in molecular biology” The document concludes that computational methods using networks and various data can improve the process of finding new uses for existing drugs.
24 citations,
December 2009 in “Future Medicinal Chemistry” Using computers to analyze drugs can find new uses for them, but actual experiments are needed to confirm these uses.
19 citations,
September 2016 in “Pharmacotherapy” Finasteride for hair loss increases risk of long-lasting sexual dysfunction.
9 citations,
January 2020 Using poppers can cause vision problems, but stopping their use might lead to complete recovery over time.
3 citations,
April 2019 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” Caffeine shows promise for treating some types of hair loss, but more research is needed.
Psychosis can be an early sign of neuropsychiatric lupus, treatable with tailored medication.
May 2021 in “Letters in Applied NanoBioScience” Pranlukast and mirabegron may work as new diabetes drugs.
April 2019 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” High potency topical steroids are the most effective treatment for pediatric alopecia areata.
June 2021 in “Reactions Weekly” Finasteride caused serious side effects and led to six suicides.
November 2020 in “Reactions Weekly” Finasteride can cause lasting erectile dysfunction, low libido, and depression in some patients.
658 citations,
June 2003 in “Endocrine reviews” Male hormones may play a role in the development of heart disease, and more research is needed to understand their effects.
291 citations,
January 2014 in “The Scientific World Journal” 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.
237 citations,
January 2010 in “The Journal of Sexual Medicine” The report recommends personalized treatment for women's sexual dysfunctions and more research on effective therapies.
228 citations,
February 2003 in “Urology” Androgen deprivation therapy for prostate cancer can cause sexual, physical, and psychological side effects, and doctors should manage these carefully.