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December 2015 in “Endocrinology” Decanoic acid may help treat PCOS by reducing androgen levels and improving glucose sensitivity.
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January 2022 in “Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine” Cryptotanshinone may help treat postmenopausal osteoporosis and protect kidneys.
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January 2017 in “Annals of Dermatology” Low-dose methotrexate effectively regrows hair in many alopecia areata patients but can cause some side effects.
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November 2011 in “Journal of Analytical Toxicology” Scientists have developed a new method to detect steroid abuse in athletes using cell-based tests, which could be the future of anti-doping methods.
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October 2020 in “Drugs” Clascoterone cream was approved in the USA for treating acne in people aged 12 and older.
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January 2006 in “Veterinary Dermatology” Cyclosporin effectively and safely treated skin diseases in three pets with no side effects.