research Major role for 5-alpha reductase inhibitors in the aging male
5-alpha reductase inhibitors help treat prostate issues in aging men, but their role in cancer prevention is debated.
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research Developing formulations for drug follicular targeting: Nanoemulsions loaded with minoxidil and clove oil
Nanoemulsions with minoxidil and clove oil effectively target hair follicles for better alopecia treatment.
research Botulinum Toxin in the Treatment of Hair and Scalp Disorders: Current Evidence and Clinical Applications
Botulinum toxin shows promise for treating scalp sweating but not for hair growth.
research Dutasteride
Dutasteride effectively treats enlarged prostate, reduces prostate cancer risk, and promotes hair regrowth with few side effects.
research Dermatological medications and local therapeutics
Use some skin medications with caution during pregnancy; avoid strong steroids, certain eczema treatments, and systemic retinoids, but many topical treatments and nasal sprays are safe.
research Phosphodiesterase (PDE) Inhibitors for the Treatment of Inflammatory Skin Conditions
PDE inhibitors, especially PDE4 inhibitors like apremilast, are effective for certain inflammatory skin conditions but have side effects and can be costly.
research Letter to the Editor: androgenetic alopecia; drug safety and therapeutic strategies
Dutasteride is a safe and effective treatment for hair loss.
research Expression and distribution patterns of spermine, spermidine, and putrescine in rat hair follicle
Polyamines are abundant in certain parts of rat hair follicles and may play a key role in hair growth.
research Current systemic treatment strategies for hidradenitis suppurativa
Adalimumab is the most effective treatment for severe hidradenitis suppurativa, but more research is needed to improve treatment options.
research Appropriateness of oral drugs for long-term treatment of lower urinary tract symptoms in older persons: results of a systematic literature review and international consensus validation process (LUTS-FORTA 2014)
Dutasteride, fesoterodine, and finasteride are beneficial for older patients, while most other drugs should be used cautiously or avoided.
research An update on the use of 5alpha-reductase inhibitors
5alpha-reductase inhibitors help treat hair loss and prostate issues but may cause sexual side effects.
research WS PRO 160 I 120 mg (a combination of sabal and urtica extract) in patients with LUTS related to BPH
WS PRO 160 I 120 mg effectively treats urinary symptoms from BPH with good safety and tolerability.
research Pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics of P-3074, a new finasteride topical solution, administered at four different doses
P-3074 effectively blocks scalp DHT better than oral finasteride.
research Rosemary oil-based microemulsion co-delivering quercetin and adenosine promotes hair regeneration in androgenetic alopecia via multiple actions
research Formulation and Evaluation of Polyherbal Anti-Dandruff Shampoo
The new herbal shampoo effectively controls dandruff using natural ingredients.
research Active Antialopecia Chemical Identification of Merremia peltata Leaves and Computational Study toward Androgen Receptor Using Molecular Docking and Molecular Dynamic Simulation
Merremia peltata leaf extract, particularly the bufotalinin compound, shows potential for treating hair loss.
research Transnasal cooling: A Pandora’s box of transnasal patho-physiology
Transnasal cooling could reveal new insights into various physiological conditions and may be a natural way to transfer heat from the brain.
research Spironolactone therapeutic effect in the hyperandrogenism syndrome
Spironolactone effectively reduces symptoms of hyperandrogenism like hirsutism and acne.
research 4 Anti-androgens in gynaecological practice
Cyproterone acetate is effective for treating hirsutism and acne in women by blocking androgens in the skin and also works as a contraceptive.
research Capillary gas‐chromatographic determination of spermidine in hair lotion
The method effectively measures spermidine in hair lotions.
research Control of androgen receptor expression in human keratinocytes and in a reconstituted human epidermis model with selective antisense oligonucleotides
Antisense oligonucleotides can reduce androgen receptor levels in skin cells, suggesting potential for treating skin disorders.
research 5-Alpha-Reductase Inhibitors and Combination Therapy
Finasteride and dutasteride are effective for long-term treatment of enlarged prostates but have sexual side effects and a risk of high-grade prostate cancer.
research Development of the emulsion base composition when creating the medicinal cosmetic product used in androgenetic alopecia
A medicinal cosmetic product for treating Androgenetic Alopecia was developed using plant-based substances, Saw palmetto and Japanese Sophora, with pumpkin seed oil and stabilizers like Carbopol, sodium alginate, xanthan gum, Tween-20 and cetyl alcohol.
research Polyamines and hair: a couple in search of perfection
Polyamines are important for hair growth, but more research is needed to understand their functions and treatment potential.
research A randomized, blinded, three-arm, multicenter trial comparing the efficacy and safety of fluconazole given once daily for 3 or 6 weeks with griseofulvin given once daily for 6 weeks in pediatric patients with tinea capitis
The two lotions used day and night may be a good alternative to minoxidil for hair loss treatment with better cosmetic effects and tolerance.
research Development and Evaluation of Natural Anti-dandruff Shampoo
The herbal anti-dandruff shampoo was effective and safe but needs more research for improvement.
research Therapeutic strategies for treating hair loss
The conclusion is that we need more effective hair loss treatments than the current ones, and these could include new drugs, gene and stem cell therapy, hormones, and scalp cooling, but they all need thorough safety testing.
research Substances declared as active ingredients in topical anti-hair loss products – a review of the evidence for their effectiveness in light of clinical studies
The effectiveness of ingredients in anti-hair loss products varies, and clinical trials are crucial to determine their success.
research Dihydrotestosterone and the Concept of 5α–Reductase Inhibition in Human Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
Blocking the enzyme that turns testosterone into DHT can safely and effectively treat enlarged prostate.
research Safety profile of topical spray minoxidil: An observational study
Topical minoxidil often causes side effects like scalp irritation, but most users continue treatment.