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June 2019 in “Cureus” Fractional lasers and microneedling, combined with topical agents, could potentially treat Alopecia Areata effectively, but more research is needed due to limited data.
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October 2018 in “Dermatology practical & conceptual” Topical oxygen therapy may improve treatments for hair loss, acne, and chronic skin diseases with minimal side effects.
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January 1994 in “Skin Pharmacology and Physiology” Minoxidil absorption in skin is slowed by cleansing, depends on how long it stays on the skin, and is not much affected by reapplication.
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September 2022 in “Veterinary Dermatology” Melatonin implants did not effectively prevent hair loss in dogs.
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November 2025 in “Briefings in Bioinformatics” Data-driven methods can effectively identify existing drugs for new uses, especially in cancer, infections, and respiratory diseases.
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June 2025 in “International Journal of Nanomedicine” New biomaterials can improve wound healing by promoting nerve and tissue regeneration.
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November 1990 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Albendazole can cause hair loss, and piroxicam can cause fixed drug eruption.
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March 2024 in “British Journal of Clinical Pharmacology” Dermatology drug use in Denmark mostly follows expected patterns, but further checks are needed for any misuse.
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December 2023 in “Nanomaterials” Combining specific nanoparticles with immune therapy significantly improves cancer treatment.
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November 2022 in “Pharmaceutical research” The simulation showed that hypobaric pressure improves drug delivery through the skin, but stretching alone doesn't fully explain the increase.
June 2026 in “Pharmaceuticals” 5α-Reductase inhibitors, like finasteride, can cause serious, persistent side effects not always listed in official drug information.
April 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” Nanocrystals improve drug delivery and bioavailability for poorly soluble drugs.
April 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” Nanocrystals improve drug delivery and effectiveness.
July 2025 in “Pharmaceuticals” Phenobarbital-loaded chitosan nanoparticles are promising for preventing hair loss from chemotherapy.
May 2025 in “Frontiers in Bioinformatics” Jamogenin from plants may help hair growth and is a potential alternative to finasteride.
March 2025 in “Biomedical & Pharmacology Journal” Valproic acid is effective but often causes side effects like weight gain and hair loss, so personalized treatment is needed.
January 2024 in “Faculty of 1000 Research Ltd” Most pediatric cancer patients at Muhimbili National Hospital experienced adverse drug reactions during chemotherapy, highlighting the need for careful monitoring.
May 2023 in “Asian journal of research in pharmaceutical sciences” Ketoconazole is effective for treating various fungal infections and has new uses in dermatology, but oral use can have serious side effects.
February 2020 in “Oncology Times” Antibody drug conjugates show promise in targeting cancer cells while reducing harm to healthy cells.
August 2018 in “Jundishapur journal of natural pharmaceutical products” Transfollicular drug delivery can improve medication absorption through hair follicles.
January 2017 in “Elsevier eBooks” Antioxidants may help improve mitochondrial health and could be used to treat diseases related to cell damage.
Forensic hair analysis for drugs is now more reliable and accurate.
April 2011 in “Global journal of health science” Aldactone effectively reduces hair thickness in women with excessive hair growth, both alone and with other treatments.
April 2011 in “Global journal of health science” Spironolactone effectively makes hair shafts thinner in women with excessive hair growth.
February 2026 in “Colloids and Surfaces A Physicochemical and Engineering Aspects” JAK inhibitors can enter the skin through hair follicles using a unique pathway.
May 2014 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Scientists developed tools to observe hair regeneration in real time and assess skin health, using glowing mice and light-controlled genes.
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October 2012 in “Pediatrics” Serenoa repens (saw palmetto) may cause side effects like hot flashes in children and needs more research for safety in pediatric use.
September 2021 in “Journal of skin and stem cell” Lactium, a milk protein, can help reduce symptoms of skin disorders linked to stress and anxiety without side effects.
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August 2006 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutics” The eucalyptus oil system improved skin delivery of hormones, but safety concerns remain.
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November 2024 in “ACS Materials Au” Microneedles are promising for disease monitoring and drug delivery due to their minimal invasiveness and versatility.