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780-810 / 1000+ results research Injudicious Use of Topical Steroids, A Misconcept in Treatment of Patients with Acne Vulgaris
Using topical steroids for acne is a bad idea and can worsen skin problems.
research Spironolactone
Spironolactone can cause side effects like high potassium levels and breast enlargement, and patients need careful monitoring.
research A Case of the Cons: How Contraception Confused Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia for Conn
Drospirenone can hide symptoms of certain hormonal disorders, complicating diagnosis.
research Hypertrichosis and Congenital Anomalies Associated With Maternal Use of Minoxidil
Minoxidil use during pregnancy can cause excessive hair growth and multiple birth defects in the baby.
research Peri-operative Antithrombotic Therapy in Hair Transplantation
Continue antithrombotic therapy during hair transplants to prevent heart issues, despite bleeding risks.
research World Dermatologic Literature
Prednisone has risks for lupus patients, isotretinoin is safe for mental health, transplant patients risk skin cancer, and various treatments are effective for specific skin conditions.
research Ban Tu Wan hepatotoxicity
Ban Tu Wan, a Chinese herbal supplement, can cause severe liver damage.
research Clinical risk factors associated with intraoperative floppy iris syndrome: a prospective study
Taking tamsulosin or finasteride and being older increase the risk of floppy iris during cataract surgery.
research Response to “The Role of Patient‐ and Drug‐Related Factors in Oral Minoxidil and Pericardial Effusion: Analyses of Data From the United States Food and Drug Administration Adverse Event Reporting System”
Oral minoxidil users, especially for hypertension, may risk heart issues, and better monitoring guidelines are needed for alopecia patients.
research Cutaneous thrombosis and ANCA-positive vasculitis associated with propylthiouracil therapy
Propylthiouracil, a thyroid medication, can cause skin blood clots and immune-related blood vessel inflammation.
research Adverse effects of low-dose oral minoxidil for androgenetic alopecia in 435 patients
Low-dose oral minoxidil may cause side effects like hypertrichosis and is not suitable for everyone.
research Dermatological medication effects on male fertility
Some dermatological medications can impair male fertility, so consult a doctor before trying to conceive.
research Patient Care
The Beverly Hills Diet is unhealthy and can cause serious health issues; pharmacists should advise against it and asthmatics should avoid nonprescription antihistamines.
research PD57-09 NATIONAL SURGICAL QUALITY IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM SURGICAL RISK CALCULATOR POORLY PREDICTS COMPLICATIONS IN PATIENTS UNDERGOING RADICAL CYSTECTOMY WITH URINARY DIVERSION: THE CASE FOR A PROCEDURE-SPECIFIC RISK CALCULATOR
Finasteride use is linked to a lower risk of bladder cancer, especially in Caucasians and Hispanics.
research Adverse Effects of 5-Alpha-Reductase Inhibitors: a narrative review
5-Alpha-Reductase Inhibitors can cause negative side effects.
research Fluoroquinolone-induced serious, persistent, multisymptom adverse effects
Some people experience severe, long-lasting side effects from fluoroquinolone antibiotics, leading to the recommendation of limited use and increased awareness of these risks.
research “Prick or treat”: a case of systemic reaction during intradermal tests with beta-lactams
Longer treatment with vismodegib lowers relapse risk in basal cell carcinoma.
research Hydroxychloroquine and Chloroquine in Prophylaxis and Treatment of COVID-19
Hydroxychloroquine and chloroquine are not recommended for COVID-19 treatment due to insufficient evidence and safety concerns.
research The Myth of Beneficent Nature: The Risks of Herbal Preparations
Herbal products can be dangerous and cause serious health issues.
research What is the evidence for finasteride causing harmful effects during pregnancy, and should a couple be concerned if the male partner is taking it?
Pregnant women should avoid handling crushed finasteride tablets, but exposure through a male partner's semen is minimal.
research Vitamins
High doses of certain vitamins can cause serious side effects and health risks.
research Dermatotoxicology of microneedles (MNs) in man
Microneedles can cause side effects like infection and allergic reactions, and precautions like test spots and sunscreen are recommended.
research Adverse Reactions to Enemas
Enemas can cause septicemia in elderly men with prostate infections.
research Dipyridamole-Associated Shock and Pulmonary Edema; Oxcarbazepine-Induced Resistant Ventricular Fibrillation; Finasteride-Induced Pseudoporphyria; Suicidal Ideation Associated with Asenapine; Rediscovering Adverse Anticholinergic Effects; Prevalence of Adverse Drug Events in Ambulatory Care
research Increased plasma renin by vasodilators promotes the progression of abdominal aortic aneurysm
Vasodilators may worsen abdominal aortic aneurysm.
research Synthetic hair reactions and treatment of complications: Case reports
Synthetic hair implants can cause severe scalp problems and removing them improves conditions; natural hair transplants are safer and more effective.
research Finasteride as a therapy for hidradenitis suppurativa
Finasteride improves hidradenitis suppurativa but not for child-bearing women.
research Bilateral osteonecrosis of the femoral head associated with corticosteroid therapy for alopecia areata: a case report and review of the literature
Corticosteroid therapy for alopecia areata can cause severe hip bone damage.
research Bridging Anticoagulation
Bridging anticoagulation may raise post-surgery bleeding risks.