research Metformin or thiazolidinedione therapy in PCOS?
Metformin and thiazolidinediones are similarly effective for PCOS, but metformin is often preferred due to fewer side effects.
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120-150 / 1000+ results research Possible Spironolactone Induced Intracranial Hypertension in a Patient with Androgenetic Alopecia: A Case Report
Spironolactone may cause increased brain pressure in some patients.
research Lasers for treatment of androgenetic alopecia: an in-depth analysis
Laser therapy shows promise for hair loss but lacks strong evidence due to limited studies.
research The Clinical Center’s Blood Glucose Management Service
The Blood Glucose Management Service improved patient safety and outcomes in managing blood sugar in hospitalized patients.
research Response to Mounessa et al.’s “Commonly prescribed medications associated with alopecia’’
Oral retinoids like isotretinoin and acitretin can cause significant hair loss.
research Hybrid hair follicle stem cell extracellular vesicles co-delivering finasteride and gold nanoparticles for androgenetic alopecia treatment
A new treatment using hybrid vesicles with gold nanoparticles and finasteride significantly improves hair regrowth for androgenetic alopecia.
research Blood donors on teratogenic drugs and donor deferral periods in a clinical situation
Some blood donors on teratogenic drugs may have unsafe drug levels, suggesting a need for better deferral policies.
research Spironolactone‐induced hepatitis
A woman's liver problems improved after she stopped taking spironolactone.
research Metformin: an old medication of new fashion: evolving new molecular mechanisms and clinical implications in polycystic ovary syndrome
Metformin helps manage polycystic ovary syndrome by improving insulin resistance and ovulation, but more research is needed on its full effects.
research Sulfation of minoxidil by multiple human cytosolic sulfotransferases
Minoxidil breakdown varies by enzymes, affecting hair loss treatment effectiveness.
research Simultaneous quantitation of nine hydroxy-androgens and their conjugates in human serum by stable isotope dilution liquid chromatography electrospray ionization tandem mass spectrometry
A new method accurately measures nine specific hormones in human blood.
research Long-Term Response of Hirsutism and Other Hyperandrogenic Symptoms to Combination Therapy in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Combination therapy with oral contraceptives and spironolactone improves hair growth, menstrual issues, and acne in women with PCOS.
research Solubility of Foreign Molecules in Stratum Corneum Brick and Mortar Structure
Solubility in skin changes with hydration, affecting chemical absorption.
research Long-term efficacy and safety of the dual 5-alpha reductase blocker dutasteride on male androgenetic alopecia patients
Dutasteride effectively and safely treats male hair loss for over a year.
research Diffuse hair loss associated with hyperprolactinaemia: report of three cases
High levels of prolactin in the blood can be linked to widespread hair loss.
research Human Hair as a Testing Substrate in the Era of Precision Medicine: Potential Role of ‘Omics-Based Approaches
Human hair shows promise for non-invasive medical testing, but more research is needed to standardize its use.
research Focused Review on Metal Nanoparticles in Hair Regeneration and Alopecia: Insights into Mechanisms, Assessment Techniques, Toxicity, Regulatory and Intellectual Property Perspectives
Metal nanoparticles show promise for treating hair loss but need more research to ensure safety.
research Androgenetic Alopecia: Therapy Update
There are many treatments for common hair loss, but more trials are needed to decide which are best.
research The Case Files
The man's skin condition improved with sun protection and topical steroids, but UV exposure still caused flare-ups.
research Light-Emitting Hair Follicles: Studying Skin Regeneration With In Vivo Imaging
Scientists developed tools to observe hair regeneration in real time and assess skin health, using glowing mice and light-controlled genes.
research Hair Are the Rankings—5-α Reductase Inhibitors and Minoxidil in Male Androgenetic Alopecia
Minoxidil and finasteride are FDA-approved treatments for male hair loss, but off-label use of oral minoxidil, dutasteride, and higher doses of finasteride and minoxidil is increasing.
research Editorial
The editorial discusses the effectiveness and safety of various laser and energy-based cosmetic treatments.
research Management of androgenetic alopecia: a review
Combination therapies are more effective for treating androgenetic alopecia than single treatments.
research Design of Nanocrystalline Suspension of Dutasteride for Intramuscular Prolonged Delivery
The nanocrystalline suspension effectively delivers dutasteride over time with minimal inflammation.
research An Overview on Emulgel and Natural Permeation Enhancers
Natural permeation enhancers help emulgels deliver drugs through the skin more effectively.
research Formulation and evaluation of dermatological products for topical delivery / by Mahima Manian
The study successfully developed and evaluated effective topical formulations for skin treatments.
research Leydig Cell Hyperplasia and Adenomas in Mice Treated with Finasteride, a 5α-Reductase Inhibitor: A Possible Mechanism
Finasteride causes abnormal growth in male mice cells at high doses.
research Effects of in Utero Exposure to Finasteride on Androgen-Dependent Reproductive Development in the Male Rat
Exposure to finasteride in the womb caused lasting reproductive issues in male rats.
research Red ginseng monograph
Red ginseng may improve immunity, fatigue, memory, blood circulation, and menopausal symptoms, and is generally safe to consume.
research Adverse Event Reporting in Clinical Trials of Finasteride for Androgenic Alopecia: A Meta-analysis.
Finasteride for hair loss may cause long-lasting side effects like impotence and low libido, but trials lack proper safety reporting.