32 citations
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February 2014 in “Psychopharmacology” Dutasteride makes alcohol less sedating and may lead to less drinking in men.
August 2005 in “British journal of dermatology/British journal of dermatology, Supplement” Melatonin may help treat hair loss and needs more research.
October 2025 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” Topical metformin gel is as effective and safe as steroids for treating alopecia areata.
13 citations
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November 2021 in “Frontiers in Immunology” Melatonin could be an effective treatment for Alzheimer's Disease and rosacea.
17 citations
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August 2007 in “Bioorganic & Medicinal Chemistry Letters” A compound made by Pfizer can potentially stimulate hair growth and reduce oil production, making it a good candidate for topical use.
Further trials are needed to explore the efficacy of triamcinolone acetonide in dermatology.
October 2008 in “Clin-alert” Certain medications can reduce mortality risk in COPD patients, but others can increase risks of cardiovascular issues, postoperative delirium, and other adverse effects.
July 2025 in “International Journal of Trichology” Intralesional methotrexate and triamcinolone acetonide are more effective than Vitamin D3 for treating alopecia areata.
57 citations
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July 2009 in “Urology” Finasteride helps reduce priapism in sickle cell anemia patients.
1 citations
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April 2002 in “PubMed” Anti-epileptic drugs may cause visual and hair side effects due to enzyme inhibition, especially in genetically predisposed individuals.
1 citations
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April 2004 in “The Journal of Urology” Finasteride may help treat recurrent priapism in sickle cell anemia.
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February 2026 in “Medicina” Hyaluronic Acid Profhilo® reduces skin inflammation and nerve-related pain in atopic dermatitis.
19 citations
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January 2009 in “Journal of Young Pharmacists” Alcoholic extract of Eclipta alba may help treat allergies and is safe at high doses.
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April 2018 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Samcyprone ointment is effective for treating common warts if a sensitization reaction occurs first.
September 2025 in “The health sciences AUS.” Intralesional triamcinolone acetonide effectively treats acne keloidalis nuchae with minimal side effects.
44 citations
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January 2013 in “International Journal of Trichology” Finasteride 5 mg/day effectively treats hair loss in postmenopausal women without hyper-androgenism.
5 citations
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April 2013 in “Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy” Argireline significantly reduces wrinkles.
November 2021 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” 4-aminopyridine helps skin wounds heal faster and better.
12 citations
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December 1981 in “Journal of Endocrinology” α-MSH increases melanin production in moulting hair follicles, while AVT inhibits it.
39 citations
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August 2004 in “International journal of gynaecology and obstetrics” Finasteride and CPA-EE2 equally reduce hirsutism, but affect hormone levels differently.
35 citations
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May 2020 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” Different drugs for prostate-related urinary symptoms work but have various side effects, and treatment should be tailored to the individual.
1 citations
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March 2024 in “Skin health and disease” Vibration assisted analgesia reduces pain during corticosteroid therapy for alopecia.
3 citations
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November 2020 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Start with 2.5 mg/mL triamcinolone acetonide for scalp alopecia areata and increase if needed.
19 citations
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April 2023 in “Antibiotics” Azelaic acid in a special gel is more effective against skin fungi than regular azelaic acid.
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January 2011 in “Reproductive Biology and Endocrinology” Testosterone therapy can improve hormone levels and quality of life in men with morphine-induced hormone issues.
39 citations
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September 2015 in “Clinical Therapeutics” Teriflunomide effectively reduces relapse rates and disease progression in multiple sclerosis but is not safe for use during pregnancy.
June 2011 in “Pharmacopsychiatry” Finasteride improved symptoms in a psychotic patient, but more research is needed.
April 2026 in “Brain Sciences” Finasteride may cause depression and suicidal thoughts, especially in young men.