Pharmacy Alliance - Maia

The report from Maria João Cirne Paiva's internship at Farmácia Aliança in Maia highlights the application of pharmaceutical knowledge in community pharmacy practice. It covers various health topics, including the off-label use of dutasteride for androgenetic alopecia, which is shown to be more effective than finasteride in increasing hair density and thickness. The document also discusses the use of sublingual apomorphine for Parkinson's disease, demonstrating rapid motor improvement in a study with 496 patients. Additionally, it explores treatments for female infertility, such as triptorelin in IVF protocols, and osteoporosis management, emphasizing the role of community pharmacists in patient education and intervention.