Topical latanoprost acid at 0.05% concentration improved hair growth in women with androgenetic alopecia.
March 2023 in “Ukrainian Journal of Dermatology Venerology Cosmetology” The improved tretinoin lotion effectively treats acne with minimal irritation, even in children as young as 9.
October 2023 in “Applied materials today” New treatment for hair loss using special microneedles shows promise in reducing inflammation and promoting hair growth.
October 2021 in “Meditsinskiy sovet = Medical Council” Cyproterone acetate improves skin symptoms and quality of life in women with androgen-related issues.
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January 2017 in “Organic Process Research & Development” In 2017, a new method was created to efficiently produce a topical antiandrogen, a compound used to treat excess sebum and acne, with a high yield and purity.
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November 2005 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Topical latanoprost doesn't effectively regrow hair in severe eyebrow alopecia areata cases.
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February 2011 in “Biologics: Targets & Therapy” Topical calcineurin inhibitors, especially 0.1% tacrolimus ointment, are effective and well-tolerated for treating cutaneous lupus erythematosus but require more research for standard treatment guidelines.
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November 1987 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Ketoconazole cured about 70% of cutaneous leishmaniasis cases caused by Leishmania major.
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September 1973 in “Archives of dermatology” Using tretinoin cream on the skin can get rid of hair plugs caused by Trichostasis spinulosa.
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January 2008 in “Gynecological endocrinology” Both birth control pills improved hormone levels and skin conditions in women with hyperandrogenism, but the one with drospirenone was more effective.
January 2023 in “Revista Brasileira de Parasitologia Veterinária/Brazilian Journal of Veterinary Parasitology” A single dose of fluralaner effectively treats mite infestations in cats without side effects.
January 1989 in “Oxford University Research Archive (ORA) (University of Oxford)” Spironolactone effectively reduces unwanted hair growth in women with hirsutism.
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May 2024 in “Journal of Pakistan Association of Dermatologists” This prospective trial compared the efficacy of topical calcipotriol and tacrolimus in treating alopecia areata. Conducted with 80 patients, divided into two groups of 40, the study found that topical calcipotriol (0.005%) was significantly more effective than tacrolimus (0.1%) in promoting hair growth over a 6-month period. Group A, treated with calcipotriol, showed a 67% efficacy rate, while Group B, treated with tacrolimus, had a 33% efficacy rate, with a statistically significant p-value of 0.0132. The study concludes that calcipotriol is superior to tacrolimus for hair growth in alopecia areata patients.
May 2024 in “Journal of Pakistan Association of Dermatologists” This prospective trial compared the efficacy of topical calcipotriol and tacrolimus in treating alopecia areata. Conducted with 80 patients, divided into two groups of 40, the study found that topical calcipotriol (0.005%) was significantly more effective than tacrolimus (0.1%) in promoting hair growth over a 6-month period. Group A, treated with calcipotriol, showed a 67% efficacy rate, while Group B, treated with tacrolimus, had a 33% efficacy rate, with a statistically significant p-value of 0.0132. The study concludes that calcipotriol is superior to tacrolimus for hair growth in alopecia areata patients.
May 2024 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” A rare bacterial infection of pubic hair can cause strong genital odor, but trimming hair and using clindamycin can quickly fix it.
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June 2023 in “Cureus” Spironolactone may help improve symptoms and tear quality in dry eye disease.
April 2019 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” High potency topical steroids are the most effective treatment for pediatric alopecia areata.
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June 2017 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Topical DPCP is somewhat effective for hair loss in alopecia areata, but more research is needed.
February 2013 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Finasteride solution helps treat hair loss.
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December 2020 in “Kardiologiia” Bromhexine and spironolactone together reduced COVID-19 symptoms and hospitalization time without side effects.
July 2005 in “SKINmed/Skinmed” BRL 7660, once studied for male contraception, showed promise as an acne treatment but was not developed further due to competing drugs.
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September 2022 in “Archives of dermatological research” The fractional carbon dioxide laser is a safe and effective treatment for alopecia areata and works better than betamethasone valerate cream alone.
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July 1983 in “Veterinary Quarterly” Ketoconazole effectively treats skin fungus in cats and dogs with minimal side effects.
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September 1989 in “PubMed” Canrenone effectively reduced hair growth and testosterone levels in women with excessive hairiness.
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June 2010 in “Journal of dermatological treatment” Diphencyprone is effective for treating patchy hair loss in alopecia areata, but tacrolimus is not.
October 2024 in “Journal of Pakistan Association of Dermatologists” This study compared the efficacy of intralesional triamcinolone and 308 nm Excimer laser in treating localized alopecia areata in 92 patients. Group A received the Excimer laser treatment, while Group B received intralesional triamcinolone. After 12 weeks, Group A's mean SALT score decreased from 15.44 to 5.42, and Group B's score decreased from 14.64 to 6.35. The efficacy, defined as more than 75% hair regrowth, was 56.5% for the Excimer laser group and 67.4% for the triamcinolone group. The study concluded that intralesional triamcinolone is more effective than the Excimer laser for this condition.
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July 2014 in “Veterinary dermatology” Deslorelin may help intact male dogs regrow hair from alopecia X, with a 75% success rate and no side effects.
September 2025 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” 
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May 2010 in “Veterinary dermatology” Oral ciclosporin A and topical treatments both reduce hair loss and scaling in dogs with sebaceous adenitis, but using both together is most effective.
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April 2024 in “JAAD Case Reports” DPCP may be safe for treating alopecia during pregnancy, but more research is needed.