research Skin and metabolic syndrome: A review of the possible associations
Certain medications can impact metabolic syndrome, with some improving conditions like high blood sugar and others having no effect.
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research Lichen planopilaris treated by the peroxisome proliferator activated receptor-γ agonist pioglitazone: Lack of lasting improvement or cure in the majority of patients
Pioglitazone usually doesn't effectively treat or cure lichen planopilaris.
research Alopecia associated with atorvastatin
Atorvastatin may cause hair loss in some people.
research Cardiometabolic Risk Factors in Atorvastatin-Treated Women with Euthyroid Autoimmune Thyroiditis
Atorvastatin is less effective for women with Hashimoto's thyroiditis.
research Association Between Retinoid X Receptor Gene Variants and Dyslipidemia Risk in an Iranian Population
The rs1128977 gene variant may affect cholesterol and body measurements.
research Association of Topical Minoxidil With Autosomal Recessive Woolly Hair/Hypotrichosis Caused by LIPH Pathogenic Variants
Minoxidil solution applied twice daily improved hair growth in patients with Woolly Hair/Hypotrichosis due to LIPH gene issues, with mild side effects.
research GLP-1 Receptor Agonists: Beyond Their Pancreatic Effects
GLP-1 receptor agonists, like Dulaglutide, Liraglutide, and Semaglutide, have potential benefits beyond the pancreas, including neuroprotection, pain suppression, cardiovascular protection, obesity management, and cancer treatment, but there are concerns about pancreatitis and pancreatic cancer risks.
research New drugs: Iobenguane sulfate
Lifestyle changes are more effective than metformin in reducing type 2 diabetes risk in women with PCOS.
research Therapeutic and skincare products used in hirsutism and hypertrichosis
Prescription tablets treat hirsutism, while over-the-counter foams treat hypertrichosis.
research An assessment of (1) cyproterone acetate and (2) ethinyl oestradiol and lynoestrenol (Minilyn) in the treatment of idiopathic hirsutism
Cyproterone acetate can effectively treat idiopathic hirsutism, but ethinyl oestradiol and lynoestrenol may not always reduce hair growth.
research Repurposing of Drugs for Cardiometabolic Disorders: An Out and Out Cumulation
Existing drugs are being repurposed to treat cardiometabolic disorders, which is safer, faster, and cheaper than developing new drugs.
research A multifunctional cholesterol-free liposomal platform based on protopanaxadiol for alopecia therapy
A cholesterol-free liposomal platform using protopanaxadiol effectively promotes hair growth and treats alopecia.
research Cyproterone/finasteride
Cyproterone and finasteride reduced hypersexuality but caused serious side effects.
research Cardiovascular profile of pharmacological agents used for the management of polycystic ovary syndrome
Medications for PCOS don't seem to raise heart disease risk.
research LIPOSOMES
Liposomes can improve the effectiveness of skin treatments.
research RETRACTED: Serum lipids may causally affect the occurrence of alopecia areata: A Mendelian randomization study
Higher LDL lipids may increase alopecia areata risk, while higher triglycerides may decrease it.
research Acitretin: A good treatment option for hypertrophic lichen planus
Acitretin effectively treats severe hypertrophic lichen planus.
research Common pathologic pathways: A single prescription dream?
The conclusion suggests that treatments targeting root causes of chronic diseases may be developed by focusing on gene expression and lifestyle factors.
research Targets to treat androgen excess in polycystic ovary syndrome
The conclusion is that while oral contraceptive pills are effective for PCOS-related high androgen levels, new treatments with fewer side effects are needed.
research Pentoxifylline-Loaded Liposome Development, Characterization, and In Vitro Release Kinetics: Box-Behnken Design-Based Optimization.
Optimized liposomes can improve drug delivery and effectiveness.
research Medical treatment of hirsutism
The conclusion is that the best initial treatment for hirsutism is usually oral contraceptives, with the addition of antiandrogens or insulin sensitizers if needed, and topical eflornithine or laser treatments as supplementary options.
research Advances in Lipid Nanoparticle‐Based Disease Treatment
Lipid nanoparticles improve treatment delivery and are key to future therapies, but challenges in manufacturing and safety remain.
research Treatment of hirsutism: comparisons between different antiandrogens with central and peripheral effects
Finasteride, CPA, and flutamide are all equally effective in reducing excessive hair growth in women.
research Co-delivering Retinol and Niacinamide via Liposomes: Enhanced Stability, Efficient Skin Permeation, and Improved Anti-Aging/Skin-Brightening Efficacy
The new delivery system makes retinol and niacinamide more stable and effective for anti-aging and skin-brightening.
research Topical Finasteride Therapy in Hirsutism
Topical finasteride may help treat facial hirsutism in women.
research Regulation of the metabolic phenotype of human hepatocytes by glucocorticoids and androgens
Glucocorticoids reduce fat production in liver cells, while androgens increase it in females; manipulating certain enzymes can influence these effects.
research Elevation of serum triglyceride and cholesterol levels from isotretinoin therapy with concomitant oral contraceptives
Taking oral contraceptives while on isotretinoin may increase the risk of high triglyceride and cholesterol levels.
research Finasteride/hypericum interaction
research Refinement of Technique in Injection Lipolysis Based on Scientific Studies and Clinical Evaluation
Injection lipolysis effectively reduces small fat deposits and should be done with care and proper patient selection.
research Repurposing of Linagliptin Similar FDA Approved Drugs as Antidiabetic Agents
Pranlukast and mirabegron may work as new diabetes drugs.