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January 2023 in “Cutis” The paper concludes that the new medication baricitinib needs further testing in a more diverse group of patients with alopecia areata.
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January 2003 in “Chemical and Pharmaceutical Bulletin” The new progesterone derivatives effectively inhibit 5α-reductase and bind to the androgen receptor.
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July 2018 in “Circulation” Low testosterone can cause a heart rhythm problem in men, but fixing it can prevent the issue.
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April 2016 in “Breast Cancer Research and Treatment” Targeting vitamin D and androgen receptors may effectively treat triple-negative breast cancer, especially with chemotherapy.
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January 2024 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” These migraine prevention drugs can cause side effects like constipation, hair loss, injection site reactions, fatigue, and sometimes unexpected issues like Raynaud's phenomenon and weight gain.
5α-reductase inhibitors help treat prostate enlargement and hair loss but may cause side effects, requiring careful use.
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August 2013 in “Journal of pharmaceutical sciences” Researchers created a skin patch that delivers two drugs for treating enlarged prostate, which may improve patient use and dosage control.
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July 2022 in “Cancer Epidemiology, Biomarkers & Prevention” 5-Alpha reductase inhibitors are safe long-term but may be outdated for preventing less significant prostate cancer.
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January 1997 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” RU58841, an androgen receptor blocker, significantly increased hair density, thickness, and length in monkeys when applied topically daily for several months.
February 2024 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” Dermatologists recommend oral dutasteride for male hair loss, low-dose oral minoxidil for female hair loss, and a multidisciplinary approach for young patients, with caution during pregnancy.
March 2013 in “The Journal of Urology” Non-daily Dutasteride is more cost-effective and has lower cancer incidence than daily treatment.
April 2023 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” A new treatment for hair loss shows promise with fewer side effects.
September 2024 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” Both treatment combinations improved hair growth similarly and were safe.
October 2015 in “Prostate Cancer” Finasteride and dutasteride reduce prostate cancer risk, but finasteride may increase higher-grade cancer risk.
These medications for BPH have known risks and may have new side effects.
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September 2005 in “International Wound Journal” A woman developed severe skin damage after using a blood thinner called low-molecular-weight heparin.
May 2024 in “Journal of molecular structure” A new compound, 3a, effectively fights prostate cancer better than finasteride.
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March 2022 in “Pharmaceuticals” The new Brigatinib nanocarrier is more effective against lung cancer cells than the free drug.
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February 2019 in “Clinical Interventions in Aging” Dutasteride more effectively treats hair loss than finasteride, but may increase risk of altered libido.
Finasteride reduces prostate cancer risk but may increase high-grade tumors; new drugs and better diagnosis are in development, but funding and industry commitment are challenges.
March 2002 in “Hair transplant forum international” Dutasteride's effect on hair loss treatment is uncertain and should be used cautiously.
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November 2019 in “Journal of dermatology” Itraconazole effectively treated a woman's painful skin condition and hair loss.
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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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April 2015 in “Emerging Infectious Diseases” Artesunate is generally safe for severe malaria, but patients should be monitored for delayed anemia after treatment.
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April 2008 in “Progrès en Urologie” Systematic end-of-trial biopsies are the most reliable way to assess outcomes.
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August 2006 in “Maturitas” Cimicifuga racemosa extract may help prevent and treat prostate issues by inhibiting 5α-reductase.