research ODAC Chairs Reveal Challenges, High Drama in a Decade of Service
ODAC members faced intense pressure but prioritized scientific evidence in drug approval decisions.
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research Faculty Opinions recommendation of Adverse Event Reporting in Clinical Trials of Finasteride for Androgenic Alopecia: A Meta-analysis.
The safety of the hair loss drug finasteride is unclear due to inadequate reporting in clinical trials.
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 Cosmetics
The U.S. FDA regulates cosmetics for appearance purposes, but not as strictly as some other countries.
research Botanical extracts
Botanical extracts are increasingly important in cosmetics and drugs for their effectiveness and safety, backed by traditional use and scientific evidence.
research Methotrexate in dermatology
Methotrexate is a key, cost-effective drug for skin conditions, but requires careful monitoring for side effects.
research Thermo‐Responsive Polymer‐Based Nanoparticles: From Chemical Design to Advanced Applications
Thermo-responsive polymers in nanoparticles enable targeted drug delivery and advanced therapies by releasing drugs at specific temperatures.
research From Surgery to Pharmacology to Gene Therapy
Hair restoration has evolved from surgery to drugs to potential gene therapy, with improved results and ongoing research driven by high demand.
research ODAC Votes No on IntraDose Injectible Cisplatin/Epinephrine Gel for Head and Neck Cancer
The committee decided not to approve the drug due to low effectiveness and high risks.
research October 27, 1978
A document listed serious side effects from various drugs, including deaths and diseases, emphasizing the importance of being aware of drug side effects.
research Bicalutamide and the new perspectives for female pattern hair loss treatment: What dermatologists should know
Bicalutamide, a drug with a good safety profile, is a promising new treatment for female pattern hair loss.
research Physical Treatments and Therapies for Androgenetic Alopecia
Low-level laser therapy is the most supported non-drug treatment for hair loss, but combining it with other methods may be promising.
research Alopecia: unapproved treatments or indications
Many treatments for hair loss lack proper testing and FDA approval, so their effectiveness is uncertain.
research Synthetic Approaches for Pharmacologically Active Decorated Six-Membered Diazines
The document concludes that specific methods for making diazine-based drugs can lead to high yields and are important for creating effective treatments for various diseases.
research Oral Mesotherapy: Might Be Considered as An Adjunctive Technique for the Different Surgical Procedures?
Mesotherapy might be a useful addition to dental surgery to reduce drug use and side effects, but more research is needed.
research Clin-Alert
In 2002, various drugs caused serious side effects, including vitamin B12 deficiency, heart issues, blindness, hypersexuality, allergic reactions, blood clotting problems, pupil dilation, capillary leak syndrome, muscle breakdown, hepatitis, skin reactions, and lupus.
research Systematic review of exosome treatment in hair restoration: Preliminary evidence, safety, and future directions
Exosome treatment for hair growth is promising but not FDA-approved and needs more research on safety and how it works.
research Industry update: the latest developments in the field of therapeutic delivery, July 2018
New partnerships, clinical trials, and drug approvals marked progress in therapeutic delivery in July 2018.
research Targeted therapy in melanoma
New treatments for advanced skin cancer are improving patient outcomes, but drug resistance and finding the right treatment combinations are still big challenges.
research Management of Breast Pain
The document concludes that breast pain should be managed with personalized treatment, starting with non-drug methods and progressing to medication if necessary, while considering side effects and patient needs.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Certain medications can help treat PCOS symptoms, but they aren't FDA-approved for this use.
research Clinical Trials and Hair Loss
Many treatments for hair loss show potential, but more testing is needed to confirm their effectiveness. Only minoxidil for women and minoxidil and finasteride for men are FDA approved.
research Contraception and the dermatologist
Birth control pills can help manage acne, but dermatologists should know their skin-related side effects, especially when prescribing drugs that can harm unborn babies.
research Medicine Update
The CDC reports 23 measles cases in unvaccinated US kids, new treatments for eosinophilic esophagitis and osteopenia are approved, poor sleep may cause migraines, atopic dermatitis could lead to asthma, migraines might increase Crohn's disease risk, cancer may raise heart disease risk, gout is linked to prostate issues, Cabo Verde is malaria-free, social factors and vitamin D affect dementia risk, smoking increases hair loss risk, certain drugs might lower thyroid disease risk in arthritis, noma is a neglected disease, and meal timing could impact heart health.
research Telogen effluvium associated with the dopamine agonist pramipexole in a 55-year-old woman with Parkinson's disease
A woman with Parkinson's disease experienced hair loss from the Parkinson's medication pramipexole, which improved after stopping the drug.
research Lavenders, Their Phytochemical Properties, and Their Uses for Medical and Cosmetic Purposes
Lavender is widely used for its calming effects and in beauty products, but its medical effectiveness is not fully proven and not FDA-approved.
research Risk Analysis of Lurasidone in Patients with Schizophrenia and Bipolar Depression
Lurasidone is effective for bipolar depression and schizophrenia, but more safety data is needed.
research High-Throughput Screening for Discovering Small Molecules Capable of Increasing the Wnt/β-Catenin Signaling Pathway to Promote Hair and Nail Growth
Aminoacridine and Minoxidil together show promise for better hair and nail growth.
research The Need for Speed and Efficiency: A Brief Review of Small Molecule Antivirals for COVID-19
Some small molecule antivirals show promise against COVID-19, but more research is needed to understand and improve them.
research Androgenetic Alopecia: Therapy Update
There are many treatments for common hair loss, but more trials are needed to decide which are best.