research Sometimes Marketing Efforts by Advocacy Organizations Can Lose Touch with the Nuances of Appropriateness
Advocacy groups should avoid marketing partnerships that may imply drug endorsements.
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180-210 / 1000+ resultsresearch Evidence based medicine: a movement in crisis?
Evidence-based medicine needs improvement to better tailor treatments to individual patients.
research Leveraging nature’s nanocarriers: Translating insights from extracellular vesicles to biomimetic synthetic vesicles for biomedical applications
Biomimetic synthetic vesicles could improve precision medicine by combining natural and synthetic benefits.
research Delivery systems in nanocosmeceuticals
Nanoparticles can make cosmetics more effective but have challenges like cost and safety.
research Merkel cell carcinoma: updates in tumor biology, emerging therapies, and preclinical models
New therapies and trials are needed for Merkel cell carcinoma, a tough skin cancer.
research Engineering Cell Surfaces with Polyelectrolyte Materials for Translational Applications
Polyelectrolytes can improve cell surfaces for better medical applications.
research Solubility of Foreign Molecules in Stratum Corneum Brick and Mortar Structure
Solubility in skin changes with hydration, affecting chemical absorption.
research Exosomes based advancements for application in medical aesthetics
Exosomes show promise for improving wound healing, reducing aging signs, preventing hair loss, and lightening skin but require more research and better production methods.
research Inhaled Medicines for Targeting Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
Inhaling medicine may reduce side effects and improve treatment for a major lung cancer type.
research When Diet Trends Go Viral: Cutaneous Manifestations of Social Media-Driven Fad Diets and Supplements
Fad diets and supplements from social media can cause skin and hair problems.
research A guide to the use of bioassays in exploration of natural resources
Bioassays help find useful compounds in nature for making medicines, supplements, and cosmetics.
research Does topical minoxidil at concentrations higher than 5% provide additional clinical benefit?
Using more than 5% minoxidil can help hair growth more, but results vary and side effects may increase.
research FDA vetoes labelling proposals for finasteride, dutasteride
research New changes in pregnancy and lactation labelling: Review of dermatologic drugs
The new FDA labeling rules provide more detailed drug safety information for pregnant and breastfeeding women, but more data is needed on the risks of many dermatologic drugs.
research Unequal Protection Under the Law: Why FDA Should Use Negotiated Rulemaking to Reform the Regulation of Generic Drugs
The FDA should use negotiated rulemaking to improve generic drug safety regulations.
research Drug News
Actemra is approved for a specific artery condition, HIV treatment adherence has improved, women may pay more for a hair loss product, and incorrect dosing of blood thinners can be risky.
research The role of 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors in active surveillance
5-alpha-reductase inhibitors might help slow down low-risk prostate cancer, but their use should be cautious.
research The Dark Side of 5α-Reductase Inhibitors' Therapy: Sexual Dysfunction, High Gleason Grade Prostate Cancer and Depression
5α-reductase inhibitors can cause sexual problems, higher risk of aggressive prostate cancer, and depression.
research Safety Profile of Epidermal Growth Factor Receptor Tyrosine Kinase Inhibitors: A Disproportionality Analysis of FDA Adverse Event Reporting System
EGFR-TKIs can cause significant skin, nail, and organ side effects.
research Suicidal behaviors (suicidal ideation, suicide attempt and completed suicide) in patients treated with finasteride for hair loss: Results from the U.S. FDA Adverse Event Reporting System (FAERS) database
research Practical and Theoretical Distinctions between Drugs and Cosmetics
The article concludes that products can affect the body without being drugs as long as they don't claim to treat or prevent diseases, except for cosmetic sunscreens.
research Applications and Risks of Nanomaterials Used in Regenerative Medicine, Delivery Systems, Theranostics, and Therapy
Nanomaterials in biomedicine can improve treatments but may have risks like toxicity, needing more safety research.
research Synthetic hair implantations continue; serious complications result
Synthetic hair implants can cause severe infections and are risky.
research Real-world safety of ixekizumab: a disproportionality analysis using the FDA adverse event reporting system and the VigiAccess databases
Ixekizumab has known and some unexpected side effects.
research Suicidality Risks Associated with Finasteride, a 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitor: An Evaluation of Real-World Data from the FDA Adverse Event Reports
Finasteride use may increase suicidality risk, especially in young men.
research PLAU and SerpinB2 role in apoptosis in leprosy
PLAU and SerpinB2 affect cell death differently in various forms of leprosy and could be targets for new treatments.
research Sunscreen: Cosmetic or medical therapy?
The conclusion is that finasteride is linked to an increased risk of suicidal thoughts and a higher risk of completed suicide when used for hair loss.
research Sun behaviors and quality of life after first cutaneous melanoma diagnosis
Finasteride use for hair loss is linked to an increased risk of suicidal thoughts and a higher risk of suicide.
research Sun protection policies and behaviors among U.S. child care centers
Finasteride, a hair loss drug, is linked to increased suicidal thoughts, particularly when used for hair loss.