research New drugs under investigation for the treatment of alopecias
New treatments for hair loss show promise, but more research is needed to confirm their safety and effectiveness.
Search
for
Sort by
Research
300-330 / 1000+ results 
research Incorporation of Isotopically Labeled Cocaine and Metabolites into Human Hair: 1. Dose-Response Relationships
Hair analysis can detect cocaine use but doesn't accurately show the amount or timing of use.
research LY191704: a selective, nonsteroidal inhibitor of human steroid 5 alpha-reductase type 1.
LY191704 is a compound that effectively blocks a specific enzyme involved in hormone conversion and could help treat enlarged prostate and hair loss.
research Insulin Promotes Corneal Nerve Repair and Wound Healing in Type 1 Diabetic Mice by Enhancing Wnt/β-Catenin Signaling
Insulin helps heal corneal wounds and nerves in diabetic mice by activating the Wnt signaling pathway.
research Cellular retinol‐binding protein‐1 expression increases with increasing clinical severity of alopecia areata
Higher CRBP1 levels are linked to more severe alopecia areata.
research The Bis(1,2,3,4-tetrahydroisoquinoline) Alkaloids Cepharanthine and Berbamine Are Ligands of SK Channels
Cepharanthine and berbamine may affect SK channels, influencing their therapeutic effects.
research Application of 2-Chloro-7-Nitrobenzo-2-Oxa-1, 3-Diazol (NBDCL) for Spectrophotometric Determination of Finasteride in Pharmaceutical Formulation
A new method using NBD-CL can accurately and precisely measure finasteride in medicine, and could be used regularly for quality control in the industry.
research A 12-week treatment with the long-acting glucagon-like peptide 1 receptor agonist liraglutide leads to significant weight loss in a subset of obese women with newly diagnosed polycystic ovary syndrome
Liraglutide caused significant weight loss in some obese women with PCOS, especially those with severe obesity and insulin resistance.
research Book Review Pediatric Endocrinology: A Practical Clinical Guide (Contemporary Endocrinology.) Edited by Sally Radovick and Margaret H. MacGillivray. 582 pp., illustrated. Totowa, N.J., Humana, 2003. $165. 0-89603-946-3
The book is a comprehensive and current guide on hair disorders, with minor flaws.
research Book Review Disorders of Hair Growth: Diagnosis and Treatment Second edition. Edited by Elise A. Olsen. 544 pp., illustrated. New York, McGraw-Hill, 2003. $195. 0-07-136494-3
The book is a comprehensive resource on hair disorders, but lacks information on some conditions.
research A Topical Parathyroid Hormone/Parathyroid Hormone-Related Peptide Receptor Antagonist Stimulates Hair Growth in Mice
A cream with a specific hormone blocker increases hair growth in mice.
research Exposure to non-ionizing electromagnetic fields emitted from mobile phones induced DNA damage in human ear canal hair follicle cells
Mobile phone radiation may cause DNA damage in human ear hair follicle cells.
research Synthesis of phenanthridin-3-one derivatives: Non-steroidal inhibitors of steroid 5-α-reductase
New chemicals were made that can block an enzyme linked to hair loss, prostate growth, and acne.
research Mycophenolate Antagonizes IFN-γ-Induced Catagen-Like Changes via β-Catenin Activation in Human Dermal Papilla Cells and Hair Follicles
Mycophenolate helps reverse hair loss effects caused by IFN-γ by activating a key hair growth pathway.
research Bioextracting Polyphenols from the Brown Seaweed Ascophyllum nodosum from Québec's North Shore Coastline
Freezing brown seaweed right after harvesting and using microwave-assisted extraction with 75% 1,3-propanediol as a solvent is the best way to get polyphenols for cosmetics.
research The role of integrin alphavbeta6 in impaired wound healing and hair follicle regeneration
Integrin alphavbeta6 is important for wound healing and hair growth, and blocking it may improve these processes.
research Efficacy and safety of a new clobetasol propionate 0.05% foam in alopecia areata: a randomized, double‐blind placebo‐controlled trial
The new clobetasol propionate foam is effective and safe for treating alopecia areata.
research Evaluation of the Efficacy and Safety of Topical Sildenafil Citrate Solution in the Treatment of Female Pattern Hair Loss
Topical sildenafil 1.0% may help increase hair count in female pattern hair loss.
research Systematic Review—The Potential Implications of Different Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Concentrations in Regenerative Medicine for Tissue Repair
A PRP concentration of 1.0 × 10^6 plt/μL is best for tissue repair.
research FC056 The ideal catagen of the hair
Blocking IL-1 could help treat some hair loss conditions; alopecia affects liver detox systems; spironolactone is better than finasteride for female hair growth; focusing on the catagen hair phase could lead to new alopecia treatments.
research Hair growth rate estimation in North American ursids
Bear hair grows 0.10 to 1.05 mm per day, varying by individual and season.
research Mechanisms of ivermectin-induced wound healing
Ivermectin cream speeds up wound healing and reduces scarring.
research Mechanistic Approach on the Pulmonary Oxido-Inflammatory Stress Induced by Cobalt Ferrite Nanoparticles in Rats
Daily intake of 0.5 or 5 mg cobalt ferrite nanoparticles can harm lungs through oxidative and inflammatory stress.
research Type 2 Diabetes, Metabolic Syndrome and Lipid Metabolism
Type 2 diabetes in youth is increasing, with high treatment failure rates and more severe than Type 1; certain drugs can lower lipid levels effectively with varying side effects, and apples may benefit heart health like statins but with fewer side effects.
research Pharmacologic Modulation of Sebaceous Gland Activity: Mechanisms and Clinical Applications
The document concludes that new treatments are needed to better manage acne and reduce side effects related to current therapies.
research Simultaneous determination of androgens and prostaglandins in human urine using ultra-high-performance liquid chromatography–tandem mass spectrometry
Researchers developed a reliable way to measure hormones in urine, showing that a baldness treatment doesn't change hormone levels.
research Development and validation of a reversed-phase HPLC method for simultaneous determination of doxazosin mesylate and finasteride
Created method to measure doxazosin mesylate and finasteride together.
research Alopecia areata in childhood
Alopecia areata is relatively common in children, has a variable course, and shows different responses to treatment; thyroid testing is recommended for those affected.
research Abstracts
Finasteride significantly increases scalp hair and prevents hair loss in young and middle-aged men.
research Development and evaluation of VCO based herbal hair tonic
The VCO-based herbal hair tonic is effective, safe for hair loss treatment, and can be mass-produced.