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GlossaryAcyclovir

antiviral drug treating herpes infections by inhibiting viral DNA replication

Acyclovir, also known as Zovirax, is an antiviral medication primarily used to treat infections caused by herpes viruses, including genital herpes, cold sores, and shingles. It works by inhibiting the replication of viral DNA, thereby reducing the severity and duration of the infection.

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research Acyclovir Can Abort Rejection of Punch Grafts in Herpes-simplex-Induced Lip Leucoderma

9 citations , January 1999 in “Dermatology”

Acyclovir can prevent rejection of skin grafts in herpes-related lip leucoderma.

research Alopecia following oral acyclovir for the treatment of herpes simplex keratitis

3 citations , January 2014 in “Middle East African Journal of Ophthalmology”

A woman lost her hair after taking acyclovir, but it grew back when she stopped the medication.

A Novel Effect of Acyclovir on Hair Growth in BALB/c Mice: A Promising Future for Finding a New Topical Drug for the Treatment of Hirsutism

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A Novel Effect of Acyclovir on Hair Growth in BALB/c Mice: A Promising Future for Finding a New Topical Drug for the Treatment of Hirsutism

1 citations , April 2020 in “Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology”

Acyclovir cream may slow down hair growth, suggesting it could be a new treatment for excessive hairiness.

research Ethosomes: New Prospects in Transdermal Delivery

222 citations , January 2003 in “Critical Reviews in Therapeutic Drug Carrier Systems”

Ethosomes can safely and effectively deliver various drugs deep into the skin.

Transfollicular Drug Delivery: Penetration of Drugs Through Human Scalp Skin and Comparison of Penetration Between Scalp and Abdominal Skins In Vitro

research Transfollicular Drug Delivery: Penetration of Drugs Through Human Scalp Skin and Comparison of Penetration Between Scalp and Abdominal Skins In Vitro

82 citations , January 2002 in “Journal of drug targeting”

Drugs penetrate scalp skin better than abdominal skin, with scalp hair follicles aiding in higher drug delivery.

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community Side effects of topical azelaic acid?

in Research/Science 4 upvotes 5 years ago

Azelaic acid is considered a strong DHT inhibitor with no reported sexual side effects, making it a potential alternative for those who cannot use finasteride. It can be used with minoxidil, but may cause skin irritation.

community EMA is re-examining Winlevi (clascoterone at lower concentration)

in Treatment 8 upvotes 9 months ago

Clascoterone in Winlevi, a topical AR antagonist, is being re-examined due to concerns about HPA axis suppression in adolescents, but it's unlikely to be banned for adult use in androgenetic alopecia (AGA). The European Medicines Agency recommended refusing Winlevi for acne vulgaris, but this may not affect Breezula's approval for AGA.

community The urge to buy Clascoterone 5% solution

in Research/Science 11 upvotes 3 months ago

Clascoterone 5% solution is not yet commercially available, with only the 1% solution currently sold for acne. Users discuss the potential of Clascoterone as a hair loss treatment, comparing it to other anti-androgens like RU58841 and Eucapil.

community Beeezula off label (winlevi compounded)

in Treatment 6 upvotes 4 years ago

User seeks availability of Breezula and its delayed trials. Asks for success with similar topical antiandrogens like fluridil.

community Is this hierarchy of topical anti androgens accurate?

in Ketoconazole 7 upvotes 3 years ago

User on fin, minox, and ketoconazole seeks to add another topical anti-androgen. Hierarchy of effectiveness: 1. RU55841, 2. Fluridil - Eucapil, 3. CB-03-01 - Breezula, 4. Ketoconazole; alfatradiol suggested as addition.

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