1 citations
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March 2023 in “Frontiers in Medicine” This meta-analysis found that topical prostaglandin analogs could significantly improve hair length and density in patients with hair loss, compared to placebo, without notable safety differences.
21 citations
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June 2017 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” This study found that topical cetirizine 1% significantly improved hair density and diameter in patients with androgenetic alopecia, with patients tolerating the treatment well.
July 2023 in “Research Square (Research Square)” In this study, the application of topical cetirizine 1% once daily for four months in Egyptian male patients with androgenetic alopecia led to a significant increase in terminal hairs and improved hair diversity, with promising safety and efficacy outcomes.
October 2023 in “Naunyn-Schmiedeberg's Archives of Pharmacology” Custom software found that common allergy drugs might have new uses for various conditions and could improve survival in some cancers.
2 citations
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April 2019 in “Dermatologic Therapy” A patient with alopecia had hair regrowth with tofacitinib but developed a skin reaction, choosing to continue the treatment despite the side effect.
July 2003 in “Pediatrics in review” This article reviews 12 newly approved drugs with pediatric indications from 2001, discussing their clinical importance for general pediatricians, but reports no new clinical results.
4 citations
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January 2012 in “Elsevier eBooks” The document concludes that various skin conditions have specific treatments, ranging from antihistamines for urticaria to surgery and medication for tumors and chronic skin diseases.
June 2011 in “Oncology times” This article outlines the author's personal strategies for managing dermatological toxicities, such as acneiform rash and dry skin, associated with EGFR inhibitor therapy; it does not present new research findings.
7 citations
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April 2021 in “Dermatology and Therapy” This review identifies several off-label uses of H-1 antihistamines in dermatology beyond itch and urticaria control, though the evidence is weak and further trials are needed.
September 2024 in “Revista Científica de Salud BIOSANA” This systematic review explored the potential of cetirizine, an anti-inflammatory antihistamine, as a complementary treatment for androgenetic alopecia, reporting that it might help prevent hair follicle miniaturization by reducing inflammation and modulating immune activity, without notable side effects.
January 2026 in “GSC Biological and Pharmaceutical Sciences” This study used molecular docking simulations to identify Adapalene, Diosmin, and Azelastine as promising drugs for repurposing against onchocerciasis by targeting proteins in the parasite and its endosymbiont; further research is needed to confirm their efficacy.
6 citations
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January 2019 in “Journal of feline medicine and surgery open reports” This case report describes the first known occurrence of urticaria pigmentosa in a domestic shorthair cat, where oral dexamethasone and cetirizine hydrochloride offered effective management following a comprehensive diagnostic work-up.
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January 2016 in “Springer eBooks” This review discusses medications used in dermatology, detailing their side effects and interactions, and reports no new clinical results.
26 citations
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February 2002 in “Urologic clinics of North America” This review examines the placebo response in conditions such as allergies and weight loss, highlighting its significance in both conventional and alternative medicine randomized trials, without reporting any new results.
60 citations
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March 2014 in “Veterinary dermatology” This study reported that the prevalence of atopic dermatitis in cats was higher than previously suggested, with severe nonseasonal pruritus most common, and certain breeds were predisposed.
41 citations
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March 2010 in “Psychology Research and Behavior Management” This review discusses the complex interplay between the nervous system and skin conditions, highlighting various treatment strategies, but reports no new research findings.
5 citations
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February 2010 in “Expert Review of Dermatology” This article reviews the interconnectedness of the skin and nervous system and discusses various treatment options for psychophysiological skin disorders, reporting no new clinical results.
October 2025 in “Archives of Clinical Toxicology” This commentary highlights that cetirizine, a widely-used antihistamine, remains effective for various emerging allergic conditions, and new formulations and combination therapies may enhance its effectiveness while being generally well-tolerated.
June 2011 in “Oncology times” This article covers discussions from the Society of Urologic Oncology Annual Meeting outlining that new therapies, such as Provenge, Prostvac, and denosumab, are making the treatment of advanced prostate cancer more complex but may offer extended survival benefits.
3 citations
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January 2019 in “Bulgarian Journal of Veterinary Medicine” This case study describes a cat co-infected with Demodex cati and feline immunodeficiency virus, showing initial treatment improvement followed by disease recurrence and eventual euthanasia.
277 citations
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December 2019 in “Frontiers in Immunology” This review discusses the immunological basis and development of Janus kinase inhibitors for treating skin diseases and reports no new clinical findings.
263 citations
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February 2013 in “Wiley interdisciplinary reviews. Nanomedicine and nanobiotechnology” This review discusses nanoparticle-based topical delivery systems for treating skin diseases and presents no new clinical findings; it emphasizes natural polymer-based nanoparticles and future applications like targeted drug delivery.
219 citations
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March 2004 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” In this 48-week trial, 5% topical minoxidil was more effective than both 2% minoxidil and placebo in promoting hair growth in women with female pattern hair loss, with notable improvements in nonvellus hair count and hair growth assessments.
205 citations
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January 2005 in “Skin pharmacology and physiology” This review discusses how liposomes and niosomes can enhance drug penetration in topical delivery systems and emphasizes the importance of their specific composition, size, and type, but it reports no new results.
202 citations
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June 2005 in “Aaps Pharmscitech” This review discusses the potential of lecithin organogels for improving topical drug delivery and presents no new experimental results; the authors highlight their stability and low skin irritancy as advantages.
188 citations
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October 2012 in “The AAPS Journal” This review discusses strategies for developing semi-solid topical generic products to match the quality of reference-listed drugs, using concepts like quality by design and reverse-engineering, but reports no new results.
138 citations
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August 1985 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Minoxidil promotes hair growth in male pattern baldness.
133 citations
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July 2006 in “International Journal of Dermatology” This study found that topical eflornithine HCl 13.9% cream effectively reduced facial hair in women, with a favorable safety profile.
132 citations
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November 1998 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” This review evaluates the efficacy and safety of topical sensitizers in treating alopecia areata but reports no new clinical findings.