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July 2019 in “Headache The Journal of Head and Face Pain” Low alternating doses of sodium divalproate reduced migraine frequency but caused weight gain.
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July 2023 in “Archives of dermatological research” Bimatoprost 0.03% is as effective as minoxidil 2% for eyebrow growth.
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January 2005 in “Climacteric” Drospirenone is a unique progestin with anti-water retention and potential blood pressure benefits, used in birth control and hormone therapy.
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May 2006 in “Brain & development” Valproic acid may cause hair loss by reducing biotinidase enzyme activity in rats.
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March 1981 in “PubMed” Minoxidil significantly lowers blood pressure in patients with hard-to-treat hypertension, but can cause fluid retention and excessive hair growth.
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April 2006 in “Pediatrics International” High-dose mizoribine effectively controls symptoms in adolescents with lupus while reducing steroid use, with manageable side effects.
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October 2008 in “International Braz J Urol” Lovastatin doesn't improve lower urinary tract symptoms treatment.
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June 2001 in “Annals of Internal Medicine” Troglitazone increases subcutaneous fat in lipodystrophy patients.
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December 2019 in “Neurobiology of Stress” Neuroactive steroids show promise for treating mental and neurological disorders by targeting GABA_A receptors.