research The Safety of Testosterone Therapy in Women
Testosterone therapy seems safe for short-term use in postmenopausal women with low sexual desire, but more research on long-term effects is needed.
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research Advanced Nanocarrier- and Microneedle-Based Transdermal Drug Delivery Strategies for Skin Diseases Treatment
Advanced nanocarrier and microneedle drug delivery methods are more effective, safer, and less invasive for treating skin diseases.
research Safety and Efficacy of Transdermal Testosterone for Treatment of Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder
Transdermal testosterone can improve sexual desire in postmenopausal women but lacks long-term safety data and is not FDA-approved for this use.
research Pharmacokinetics of a Transdermal Testosterone Cream in Healthy Postmenopausal Women
A 5 mg dose of transdermal testosterone cream effectively restores testosterone levels in postmenopausal women.
research Apocrine Sweat Gland Obstruction by Antiperspirants Allowing Transdermal Absorption of Cutaneous Generated Hormones and Pheromones as a Link to the Observed Incidence Rates of Breast and Prostate Cancer in the 20th Century
The document suggests that blocking sweat glands with antiperspirants might allow skin-generated hormones to be absorbed, possibly increasing breast and prostate cancer risk.
research Co-Delivery of Bioactive Peptides by Nanoliposomes for Promotion of Hair Growth
Nanoliposomes effectively deliver hair-growth peptides into hair follicles.
research Testosterone Improves Antidepressant-Emergent Loss of Libido in Women: Findings from a Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trial
Testosterone may help increase sexual events for women with low libido due to antidepressants.
research The Use of Testosterone After Menopause
Testosterone therapy can improve sexual satisfaction and mood in surgically menopausal women when used with estrogen, but its long-term safety and effects on naturally menopausal and premenopausal women are unclear.
research Virilization from Partner's Use of Topical Androgen in a Reproductive-Aged Woman
A woman's virilization symptoms were caused by her partner's use of testosterone cream, which resolved after they separated.
research Testosterone Therapy in Premenopausal Women
Testosterone therapy may improve mood, well-being, and sexual function in premenopausal women, but more research is needed on its long-term safety and effectiveness.
research Significance of the Follicular Pathway for Dermal Substance Penetration Quantified by Laser Doppler Flowmetry
Hair follicles help substances penetrate the skin faster and more effectively.
research Treatment of Female Sexual Dysfunction in Postmenopausal Women: What Is the Evidence?
Hormonal changes and psychological issues can cause sexual dysfunction in postmenopausal women. Behavioral therapy is recommended first, with hormone replacement helping some symptoms but not libido. Testosterone can improve libido, but its effects on overall sexual function are unclear. Emotional and relationship issues should be addressed before using medication, and the benefits and risks of testosterone supplementation should be considered.
research Evaluation of Topical Sodium Valproate-Loaded Nano Spanlastics Formulation Versus Minoxidil 5% in the Treatment of Female Pattern Hair Loss Using Transdermal Delivery: A Comparative Study
Topical Valproic acid and 5% Minoxidil both significantly increase hair count in Female Pattern Hair Loss, with similar side effects.
research Skin Aging in Women: Pathophysiology and Treatment
The document concludes that skin aging in women can be caused by UV exposure and hormonal changes, and treatments like hormone replacement therapy and various skin therapies can help.
research Microneedle Mediated Transdermal Delivery of Beta-Sitosterol Loaded Nanostructured Lipid Nanoparticles for Androgenic Alopecia
The microneedle system effectively promotes hair growth for treating androgenic alopecia.
research Effect of Oil, Water, and Surfactant Mixture on the Physicochemical Properties and Transdermal Delivery of Finasteride-Loaded Microemulsions: Evaluation and Prediction Using Response Surface Methodology
A 3:1 surfactant mixture in microemulsions can effectively deliver finasteride through the skin.
research Awareness of Sudanese Married Women About the Use of Hormonal Contraceptives
Most Sudanese married women in the study used contraceptives and knew about them, but many didn't know about emergency contraceptives or extra benefits beyond family planning.
research Development and Optimization of Finasteride-Loaded Microemulsions for Transdermal Delivery
Finasteride-loaded microemulsions, made with cinnamon oil, Tween20, propylene glycol, and water, can help maintain stemness of dermal cells, potentially aiding in hair regeneration.
research Potential Use of Spin Traps to Control ROS in Antipollution Cosmetics: A Review
Spin traps like PBN could protect skin from pollution and sunlight in cosmetics but need more research for safe use.
research Skin Permeability and Transdermal Delivery Route of 50-nm Indomethacin-Loaded PLGA Nanoparticles
50-nm nanoparticles are better at penetrating skin and targeting hair follicles for drug delivery than 100-nm ones.
research Impact of Hormones on Female Sexual Function and Dysfunction
Hormones significantly affect women's sexual function, and more research is needed to improve treatments for sexual dysfunction with minimal side effects.
research Liposomes and Niosomes as Topical Drug Delivery Systems
Liposomes and niosomes can help drugs penetrate the skin better.
research The Increasing Importance of the Hair Follicle Route in Dermal and Transdermal Drug Delivery
Using hair follicles can improve skin drug delivery.
research In Silico Modelling of Transdermal Delivery of Macromolecule Drugs Assisted by a Skin Stretching Hypobaric Device
The simulation showed that hypobaric pressure improves drug delivery through the skin, but stretching alone doesn't fully explain the increase.
research Derma Rollers in Therapy: The Transition from Cosmetics to Transdermal Drug Delivery
Derma rollers show promise for skin improvement and drug delivery, but more research is needed on their safety and effectiveness.
research Sequential Estrogen-Progestin Addition to Gonadotropin-Releasing Hormone Agonist Suppression for the Chronic Treatment of Ovarian Hyperandrogenism: A Pilot Study
The treatment effectively reduced hair growth and was safe for patients with PCOS, but it needs better bleeding control.
research Chitosan and Its Amphiphilic Derivative Nanoparticles Loaded with Minoxidil for Induction of Hair Growth: In Vitro and In Vivo Evaluation
Chitosan nanoparticles loaded with Minoxidil were effective for hair growth but released the drug more slowly than the amphiphilic derivative.
research Testosterone Therapy for Sexual Dysfunction in Postmenopausal Women
Testosterone therapy can help improve sexual desire and function in postmenopausal women but may cause side effects and is not FDA-approved for this use.
research Physicochemical Properties of pH-Sensitive Hydrogels Based on Hydroxyethyl Cellulose–Hyaluronic Acid for Transdermal Delivery Systems for Skin Lesions
The hydrogel with a 1:3 ratio of hydroxyethyl cellulose to hyaluronic acid is effective for delivering drugs through the skin to treat acne.
research The In Vitro Use of the Hair Follicle Closure Technique to Study the Follicular and Percutaneous Permeation of Topically Applied Drugs
Hair follicles significantly affect the skin absorption of some drugs.