32 citations
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June 2015 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Finasteride and minoxidil together work best for male hair loss.
January 2022 in “Current Enzyme Inhibition” New nonsteroidal molecules can potentially increase dihydrotestosterone in neurons by blocking certain enzymes, without affecting prostate and seminal vesicle weight.
12 citations
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March 2017 in “Medicinal Chemistry Research” Some curcumin-like compounds can effectively and safely block the enzyme linked to hair loss and other conditions related to male hormones.
May 2018 in “Más dermatología” The higher dose supplement was more effective in treating female hair loss.
November 2024 in “Postępy Biochemii” Latanoprost may be a promising new treatment for hair loss.
October 2018 in “Annals of Reviews & Research” The new gel provides faster and longer-lasting pain relief than the cream.
24 citations
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September 2020 in “Pharmaceutics” Lidocaine-loaded microparticles effectively relieve pain and fight bacteria in wounds.
January 2016 in “Indian journal of drugs in dermatology” Acitretin effectively treats severe hypertrophic lichen planus.
April 1992 in “Current opinion in therapeutic patents” New steroids were patented as effective for treating acne, hair loss, and other conditions related to hormones.
2 citations
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December 2021 in “Journal of Veterinary Medical Science” Lokivetmab reduced itching in a dog with skin lymphoma.
1 citations
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June 2024 in “BMC Oral Health” Autologous platelet concentrates can effectively treat oral lichen planus like topical steroids.
1 citations
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June 2024 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Avoid alcohol when taking low-dose minoxidil to prevent severe hangovers.
June 2025 in “ACS Biomaterials Science & Engineering” A new method using hydrogels and microneedle patches improves minoxidil delivery for better hair growth.
6 citations
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August 2020 in “Oncology nursing forum” Minocycline reduces acne rash, pyridoxine lowers hand-foot syndrome risk, and scalp cooling lessens hair loss from cancer treatments.
September 2024 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” Both treatment combinations improved hair growth similarly and were safe.
16 citations
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August 1989 in “PubMed” Retinol and L-cystine improve diffuse hair loss without side effects.
June 2024 in “Majallah-i dānishgāh-i ̒ulum-i pizishkī-i Kirmān.” Eucalyptus and Tween 80 most effectively increase cetirizine skin absorption.
3 citations
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September 2016 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Doxycycline helps prevent skin issues from erlotinib in lung cancer patients.
March 2026 in “Journal of Clinical and Basic Psychosomatics” Tianmeng oral liquid may help with insomnia, anxiety, and depression.
1 citations
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April 2025 in “Acta Dermato Venereologica” Methotrexate is best for lichen planopilaris, and retinoids are best for frontal fibrosing alopecia, but side effects are common.
DOPE:DOPC liposomes can improve targeted cancer drug delivery, reducing side effects and increasing effectiveness.
March 2026 in “Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” The combination therapy is safe and more effective for treating pediatric facial and cervical vitiligo.
19 citations
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March 1987 in “International Journal of Dermatology” A drug called cimetidine can help treat hair loss in women by blocking androgen receptors. However, it's not the first choice and needs more research.
5 citations
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January 2017 in “Chalmers Publication Library (Chalmers University of Technology)” Cubosomes enhance antimicrobial peptide stability and effectiveness.
9 citations
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November 2017 in “International Journal of Nanomedicine” Tiny particles called anionic squarticles can effectively remove a common antidepressant from the body after an overdose.
19 citations
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September 2006 in “Journal of Neurophysiology” Neurosteroids help balance brain signals when certain inhibitions are reduced.
8 citations
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November 1978 in “British journal of dermatology/British journal of dermatology, Supplement” Cyproterone acetate can effectively treat idiopathic hirsutism, but ethinyl oestradiol and lynoestrenol may not always reduce hair growth.
1 citations
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October 2023 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society” HIV medication ritonavir can increase the effects of nasal sprays like fluticasone, causing Cushing's syndrome.
December 2024 in “PubMed” TrichoFoam™ effectively delivers multiple hair loss treatments, maintaining their stability and effectiveness.
August 2020 in “Revista de chimie” Nitroglycerin ointment is now used to treat several skin conditions with fewer side effects.