research Repurposing Steroidogenesis Inhibitors for the Therapy of Neuropsychiatric Disorders: Promises and Caveats
Drugs for hormone-related conditions might help treat mental disorders but could have serious side effects.
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research Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis
Toxic epidermal necrolysis is a severe skin reaction often linked to drugs, requiring careful medication use and supportive care.
research Lactium: A Novel Drug for Psychocutaneous Skin Disorders
Lactium, a milk protein, can help reduce symptoms of skin disorders linked to stress and anxiety without side effects.
research Tofacitinib for the Treatment of Severe Alopecia Areata and Variants: A Retrospective Cohort Study of 90 Patients
Tofacitinib is effective and safe for treating severe alopecia areata and related conditions.
research Anthralin (Dithranol) in Dermatology
Anthralin is effective for psoriasis and alopecia with minimal systemic side effects but can irritate the skin.
research Monoclonal Antibody Against Prolactin Receptor: A Randomized Placebo-Controlled Study Evaluating Safety, Tolerability, and Pharmacokinetics of Repeated Subcutaneous Administrations in Postmenopausal Women
The drug BAY 1158061 is safe, well-tolerated, and shows potential for treating diseases related to prolactin.
research Forum
The document concludes that various medications and treatments can have significant, sometimes adverse, effects on health outcomes.
research Integrated Safety Analysis of Baricitinib in Adults With Severe Alopecia Areata From Two Randomized Clinical Trials
Baricitinib for severe alopecia areata is generally safe, with common side effects like infections and acne, and low rates of serious complications.
research Adapalene–Benzoyl Peroxide, A Unique Fixed-Dose Combination Topical Gel For The Treatment Of Acne Vulgaris: A Transatlantic, Randomized, Double-Blind, Controlled Study In 1670 Patients
The adapalene-benzoyl peroxide gel works better and faster for acne treatment than using either ingredient alone, with manageable side effects.
research Treatment of Alopecia Areata With Tofacitinib
Tofacitinib helped regrow hair in people with severe alopecia, but side effects occurred and benefits stopped after treatment ended.
research An Open-Label Pilot Clinical Trial of the JAK Inhibitor Tofacitinib for Alopecia Areata
Tofacitinib, a JAK inhibitor, improved hair regrowth in most patients with severe alopecia areata and had minimal side effects.
research Biotin Beware: Perils of Biotin Supplementation
Taking biotin supplements can be risky and often lacks evidence of effectiveness for skin, hair, and nail issues.
research Long-Term Satisfaction and Tolerability with Low-Dose Flutamide: A 20-Year Surveillance Study on 120 Hyperandrogenic Women
Low-dose flutamide improved hirsutism and satisfaction in women but had common side effects, causing some to stop treatment.
research Clinical and Microscopic Evaluation of Long-Term (6 Months) Epilation Effects of the iPulse Personal Home-Use Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) Device
The home-use IPL device effectively reduced hair and delayed its regrowth after six months of use, with users happy and no negative side effects.
research Research Highlights: Dermatology and Hair Loss Studies
Antibiotic ointment and petrolatum ointment heal wounds similarly; iron deficiency isn't linked to certain hair loss in women; griseofulvin and terbinafine are equally effective for fungal scalp infections but work better on different types.
research Single-Cell Transcriptomic Profile of EGFR-Deficient Epidermal Compartments During Folliculitis
EGFR deficiency causes significant changes in skin cells and hair follicles.
research Human Dermal Safety Studies with Eflornithine HCl 13.9% Cream (Vaniqa), a Novel Treatment for Excessive Facial Hair
Eflornithine HCl 13.9% cream is safe for skin use with mild, temporary irritation.
research Novel Janus Kinase Inhibitors in the Treatment of Dermatologic Conditions
JAK inhibitors show promise for treating various skin diseases.
research Clinical Technique and Outcomes of Platelet-Rich Plasma Application for Treatment of Androgenic and Scarring Alopecia, Acne Scarring, Melasma, and Facial Rejuvenation: A Prospective Multicenter Study
Platelet-rich plasma treatment is generally safe and effective for hair loss, acne scars, skin discoloration, and facial rejuvenation, but deeper injections are better and multiple treatments can increase risk of side effects.
research Systematic Review of Low-Level Laser Therapy for Adult Androgenic Alopecia
Low-level laser therapy can stimulate hair growth more effectively than fake devices, but patient satisfaction is similar for both. Results should be taken with caution due to small study sizes and differences between studies. More research is needed.
research Short Communication: Clinical Evaluation of Pea Sprout Extract in the Treatment of Hair Loss
Pea sprout extract is safe and effectively reduces hair loss.
research Drugs Affecting Blood Coagulation, Fibrinolysis, and Hemostasis
Some blood-thinning medications can increase the risk of bleeding, and certain factors like genetics and other health conditions affect their safety and effectiveness.
research The Ins and Outs of Laser Hair Removal: A Mini Review
Laser hair removal is popular for long-term hair reduction but carries risks, requiring well-trained operators and better regulations, especially in South Africa.
research An Oral French Maritime Pine Bark Extract Improves Hair Density in Menopausal Women: A Randomized, Placebo-Controlled, Double-Blind Intervention Study
French maritime pine bark extract significantly increased hair density in menopausal women.
research Severe Infliximab-Induced Alopecia and Scalp Psoriasis in a Woman with Crohn’s Disease: Dramatic Improvement After Drug Discontinuation and Treatment with Adjuvant Systemic and Topical Therapies
Stopping the medication infliximab and starting new treatments helped a woman's hair grow back and improved her scalp condition.
research 14 Dermatological Drugs, Topical Agents, and Cosmetics
Dermatological treatments can have significant side effects, including allergic reactions, sexual dysfunction, and increased cancer risk.
research Alopecia Areata: A Review of Diagnosis, Pathogenesis, and the Therapeutic Landscape
New treatments for alopecia areata show promise, but standardized guidelines are needed.
research Phase I/IIa Clinical Trial for Recessive Dystrophic Epidermolysis Bullosa Using Genetically Corrected Autologous Keratinocytes
The gene therapy showed significant wound healing and was safe for treating severe RDEB.
research Non-Hemorrhage-Related Adverse Effects of Rivaroxaban
Rivaroxaban can cause liver injury, allergic reactions, blood vessel inflammation, and hair loss, but these side effects are rare.
research Adverse Events with Finasteride or Dutasteride: FAERS
Lower finasteride doses had more side effects; dutasteride caused back pain; more research needed on post-finasteride syndrome.