20 citations
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August 2017 in “Drug testing and analysis” Drugs localize differently in hair strands based on their properties.
October 2025 in “Pielegniarstwo XXI wieku / Nursing in the 21st Century” Oral contraceptives can effectively treat acne by reducing oil production.
5 citations
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June 2021 in “Journal of neurology, neurosurgery and psychiatry” Taking high doses of Cyproterone acetate significantly increases the risk of meningioma in females.
9 citations
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December 2020 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Certain drugs are effective for skin conditions like psoriasis, vitiligo, and hair loss.
23 citations
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July 2021 in “Advances in Therapy” Most people with Alopecia Areata don't get treatment within a year; it's costly and often comes with other health issues.
10 citations
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March 2010 Green technologies can make the pharmaceutical industry more sustainable by reducing waste.
25 citations
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October 2008 in “Chromatographia” A fast and accurate method was developed to measure alfuzosin and dutasteride in human plasma.
27 citations
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December 2015 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” Diphencyprone helped most patients with alopecia areata regrow some hair.
December 2024 in “Skin Appendage Disorders” Non-prescription products can help manage androgenic alopecia.
2 citations
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October 2020 in “Journal of Pharmacy And Bioallied Sciences” Hydroxychloroquine and chloroquine are not recommended for COVID-19 treatment due to insufficient evidence and safety concerns.
June 2024 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance” The method accurately and quickly measures silodosin and dutasteride in mixtures.
2 citations
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September 2018 in “Journal of Separation Science” PSI-MS quickly and accurately measures finasteride in tablets, helping with quality control.
January 2004 in “Chinese Journal of Pharmaceuticals” The two brands of finasteride tablets work the same in the body.
10 citations
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August 1990 in “Journal of Steroid Biochemistry” High doses of cyclosporine A increase testosterone conversion, possibly boosting hair growth.
May 2026 in “Revista fisio&terapia.” Combining treatments like minoxidil, microneedling, and platelet-rich plasma is more effective for hair loss than using them alone.
81 citations
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February 2000 in “Anti-cancer drugs” Doxil showed some effectiveness against advanced prostate cancer but caused severe side effects at higher doses.
September 2022 in “PubMed” Entadfi, a mix of finasteride and tadalafil, is used for BPH.
September 2023 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Caffeine may help hair grow better.
13 citations
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December 2012 in “Canadian Urological Association Journal” 5ARIs like finasteride can help prevent prostate cancer and treat BPH, but guidelines should be updated to reflect this.
34 citations
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April 2006 in “PubMed” Tamsulosin is a cost-effective treatment for BPH symptoms.
244 citations
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September 2008 in “Annual Review of Genomics and Human Genetics” The document concludes that the fast-growing direct-to-consumer genetic testing market lacks sufficient regulation, posing risks to consumers due to questionable test quality and accuracy.
3 citations
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January 2019 in “Therapeutic advances in urology” WS PRO 160 I 120 mg effectively treats urinary symptoms from BPH with good safety and tolerability.
May 2026 in “Reactions Weekly”
3 citations
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May 2002 in “Therapeutische Umschau” The document concluded that cyproterone acetate and minoxidil are effective for female hair loss, and a supportive doctor-patient relationship is important.
March 2012 in “Society for Endocrinology BES 2012” A new method was developed to analyze certain hormones and drugs in human blood efficiently.
31 citations
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June 2015 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Hormonal treatments are effective as a second-line option for moderate-to-severe acne in females, but should be used with caution due to health risks.
4 citations
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November 2023 in “Acta obstetricia et gynecologica Scandinavica” The guideline refines PCOS diagnosis, promotes a healthy lifestyle, reviews treatments, and stresses long-term follow-up.
3 citations
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April 2019 in “Journal of psychosexual health” Women with PCOS often have sexual problems, and treating these issues early can improve satisfaction and reduce healthcare costs.
22 citations
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January 2002 in “Treatments in endocrinology” Birth control pills help treat skin and hair growth problems linked to high male hormone levels.
13 citations
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May 2006 in “Annals of Saudi Medicine” Generic drug inserts in Saudi Arabia often have inaccurate information, needing better regulation and quality control.