research Medication Repurposing: New Uses for Old Drugs
Old drugs can be used for new treatments, saving time and money, but there are challenges like needing more evidence and legal concerns.
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research A Dissolution Test for Finasteride in Immediate-Release Capsules
A method was developed to test the breakdown of Finasteride capsules, showing it can tell the difference between different brands and highlighting the need for standard tests and ingredient consistency.
research Cardiometabolic Risk Factors in Rosuvastatin-Treated Men with Mixed Dyslipidemia and Early-Onset Androgenic Alopecia
Rosuvastatin improves lipid levels, reduces inflammation, but worsens insulin sensitivity in men with early-onset hair loss.
research Theoretical investigation of the conformational space of baicalin
The study found that baicalin has different stable shapes in gas and water, with two shapes better for interacting with positive charges in water.
research Factors influencing the effect of photobiomodulation in the treatment of androgenetic alopecia: A systematic review and analyses of summary‐level data
Higher energy, longer exposure, and pulse irradiation improve hair density in androgenetic alopecia treatment.
research Association between nodular melanoma depth and area-based socioeconomic status, healthcare access, and preventive services use in the United States
Melanoma thickness at diagnosis is linked to access to dermatologists and preventive services, not to socioeconomic status.
research Optimization and validation of spectrophotometric methods for determination of finasteride in dosage and biological forms
The methods accurately measure finasteride in different forms.
research Erectile Dysfunction in Young Adults: A Narrative Review
Erectile dysfunction in young men is caused by both mental and physical factors and needs a personalized treatment approach.
research Rapid Characterization of the Functional and Pharmacological Consequences of Cantú Syndrome KATPChannel Mutations in Intact Cells
Kir6.1 mutations in Cantú syndrome increase channel sensitivity and hyperpolarization, while SUR2B mutations do not.
research Extraction of phenolic compounds and evaluation of the antioxidant and phenolic compounds of onion (Allium cepa L.)
Onions have compounds that reduce cancer risk and improve antioxidant activity.
research Efficacy and Safety of Thermobalancing Therapy in Men with Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms/Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia was Confirmed by Clinical Trial
Thermobalancing therapy is safe and effective for treating enlarged prostates.
research In silico investigation of possible multi-target drugs against Glutamate S-transferase and prolyl tRNA synthetase in Onchocerca volvulus
Bedaquiline, Telmisartan, Diosmin, Azelastine, and Adapalene may be effective treatments for onchocerciasis.
research Preparation and Evaluation of Curcumin Nanocrystals for Topical Administration: Cell Line Analysis and Histopathological Examination
Curcumin nanocrystal gel improves skin absorption and is safe and effective for topical use.
research FINASTERIDE IN MODERN MEDICINE: THERAPEUTIC APPLICATIONS AND SYSTEMIC HEALTH IMPLICATIONS
Finasteride is effective for hair loss and prostate issues but may cause lasting side effects.
research De novo designed bifunctional proteins for targeted protein degradation
Newly designed proteins can effectively degrade specific proteins in cells, offering a potential new therapy method.
research Evaluation of intralesional injection of platelet derived growth factors PDGF ma in patients with Peyronie's disease
LGF injections may improve early Peyronie's disease by reducing penile curvature and plaque size.
research Treatment of frontal fibrosing alopecia: literature review 2020-2025
Frontal fibrosing alopecia can be managed with personalized combination therapies, but no cure exists yet.
research Does Propecia Cause More Harms than Good: Assessing Reproductive and Non-Reproductive Effects of Finasteride on Male Health
Finasteride treats hair loss but may cause low libido, erectile issues, and depression.
research The Role of Interface Geometry and Appendages on the Mesoscale Mechanics of the Skin
Skin's uneven surface and hair follicles affect its stress and strain but don't change its overall strength, and help prevent the skin from peeling apart.
research Developing formulations designed to deliver antiseptic agents to target sites within the skin
Nanoemulsions can effectively deliver antiseptic agents deep into the skin.
research Sex Hormones and Related Compounds, Including Hormonal Contraceptives
The document concludes that sex hormones and related compounds have various effects on health, with both potential benefits and risks.
research Cost of prevalent psoriasis
Psoriasis increases annual healthcare costs by $4,044 per patient, with biologic treatments costing significantly more than phototherapy.
research Dermatologic applications of direct-to-consumer genomic analysis
Living near more dermatologists and using certain cancer screening tests lowers the chance of being diagnosed with advanced skin cancer.
research Changing incidence trends of cutaneous B-cell lymphoma
The number of new cases of cutaneous B-cell lymphoma has leveled off since the early 2000s, and survival rates have improved since 1973.
research Type 2 Diabetes, Metabolic Syndrome and Lipid Metabolism
Type 2 diabetes in youth is increasing, with high treatment failure rates and more severe than Type 1; certain drugs can lower lipid levels effectively with varying side effects, and apples may benefit heart health like statins but with fewer side effects.
research Men??s Health
The document concludes that various drugs for men's health issues are in development, with treatments for sexual dysfunction and prostate conditions being the most advanced.
research 124 The Persistent Effects of 5α-reductase Inhibitors Used in the Treatment of Androgenic Alopecia on Men’s Health
Using 5α-reductase inhibitors for hair loss can cause lasting sexual, physical, mental, and vascular health issues in men, even after stopping the medication.
research Understanding the functional contribution of dermal stem cells to hair follicle regeneration and skin wound healing
Dermal stem cells help regenerate hair follicles and heal skin wounds.
research 004 Post Finasteride Syndrome: is Dutasteride Unfairly Accused?
research Cutaneous and Mucosal Lichen Planus: A Comprehensive Review of Clinical Subtypes, Risk Factors, Diagnosis, and Prognosis
Lichen Planus is a less common condition affecting skin and mucous membranes, with various types and associated risk factors, challenging to diagnose, significantly impacts life quality, and may have a risk of cancerous changes in oral lesions.