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 Placebo‐controlled dose‐effect studies with topical minoxidil 2% or 5% in male‐patterned hair loss treated with oral finasteride employing an analytical and exhaustive study protocol
Minoxidil 5% works better than 2% for hair growth in male-patterned hair loss.
research The Clinical Efficacy and Safety of Autologous Activated Platelet-Rich Plasma Injection in Androgenetic Alopecia
PRP injections safely increase hair density and thickness in androgenetic alopecia.
research Efficacy and safety of 5% minoxidil topical foam in male pattern hair loss treatment and patient satisfaction
5% minoxidil foam is a safe, effective treatment for male pattern hair loss, with increased hair count and few side effects.
research THE EFFECT OF HAIR TONIC FROM SECRETOME MESENCHYMAL STEM CELL ON HAIR GROWTH IN HAIR LOSS CASES
A 10% MSC secretome hair tonic best promotes hair growth in alopecia.
research Systemic Antifungals
Terbinafine is the most effective medicine for fungal nail infections, especially for diabetics and those with weak immune systems.
research Hair Biology and Androgenetic Alopecia
Hair loss caused by genetics and hormones; more research needed for treatments.
research Efficacy and safety of platelet rich plasma therapy in male androgenetic alopecia
Platelet-rich plasma therapy is more effective than minoxidil lotion for increasing hair count in men with hair loss, with mild side effects and high satisfaction.
research Efficacy of Topical Combination of 0.25% Finasteride and 3% Minoxidil Versus 3% Minoxidil Solution in Female Pattern Hair Loss: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Controlled Study
Combination of 0.25% finasteride and 3% minoxidil works better than just 3% minoxidil for increasing hair thickness in women.
research The pharmacovigilance analysis of adverse events of erlotinib based on the open access FAERS database
Erlotinib can cause unexpected side effects like eyelash growth and scarring.
research Biotechs target stagnant baldness market
New drug shows promise for better hair growth in baldness treatment.
research Clinical Study to Evaluate Safety and Efficacy of a Topical Hair Minimizing Lotion in Healthy Human Volunteers
The lotion safely and effectively reduces unwanted hair growth.
research The unseen Impact of an observable disease: Association of dihydrotestosterone levels and psychosocial impact in androgenetic alopecia: An analytical cross-sectional study
Androgenetic alopecia in males is linked to significant psychological distress, highlighting the need for both mental and dermatological care.
research Non-ablative radio frequency for the treatment of androgenetic alopecia
Non-ablative radio frequency can potentially increase hair count in men with androgenetic alopecia, but some may be bothered by the smell during treatment.
research Choice of recall period for patient-reported outcome (PRO) measures: criteria for consideration
Choosing the right recall period for patient feedback is important for accurate data and depends on the disease, symptom changes, and patient impact.
research A Mechanistic Model of Platelet-Rich Plasma Treatment for Androgenetic Alopecia
PRP treatment may stimulate hair growth by promoting blood vessel formation, increasing growth factors, and preventing cell death.
research Systematic review of platelet-rich plasma (PRP) preparation and composition for the treatment of androgenetic alopecia
PRP shows promise for hair loss treatment, but needs standardized preparation and composition.
research A Critical Assessment of the Evidence for Low-Level Laser Therapy in the Treatment of Hair Loss
The evidence for using Low-Level Laser Therapy for hair loss is limited and more thorough research is needed.
research Ketocazole as an adjunct to finasteride in the treatment of androgenetic alopecia in men
Ketoconazole shampoo with finasteride improves hair density in men with hair loss.
research A pilot split-scalp study of combined fractional radiofrequency microneedling and 5% topical minoxidil in treating male pattern hair loss
Combined microneedling and minoxidil improves hair growth more than minoxidil alone.
research Efficacy of Platelet-rich Plasma for Treating Androgenic Alopecia of Varying Grades
Platelet-rich plasma injections significantly improve hair density and thickness in both male and female pattern hair loss, especially in early stages.
research Current Indications of Low-Level Laser Therapy in Plastic Surgery: A Review
Low-Level Laser Therapy may help with flap survival and burn scar healing, but not with venous ulcers or hair loss, and more research is needed.
research Detection of Nitrite in Water Using Minoxidil as a Reagent
Minoxidil detects nitrite in water, creating a simple, cheap test.
research A Mixture of Tocopherol Acetate and L-Menthol Synergistically Promotes Hair Growth in C57BL/6 Mice
A mix of tocopherol acetate and L-menthol helps grow hair better than using them separately or using minoxidil.
research Drug Treatment for Androgenetic Alopecia: First Italian Questionnaire Survey on What Dermatologists Think about Finasteride
Finasteride is considered the best treatment for hair loss, despite side effects.
research Systemic dexpanthenol as a novel treatment for female pattern hair loss
Dexpanthenol improves hair growth and satisfaction in women without side effects.
research Accelerated hair growth by combining thread monofilament and minoxidil in female androgenetic alopecia
Thread monofilament and minoxidil together increase hair growth in female androgenetic alopecia.
research Real-World Evidence for Baricitinib in the Treatment of Atopic Dermatitis and Alopecia Areata: Systematic Literature Review 2020–2023
Baricitinib effectively improves symptoms of atopic dermatitis and alopecia areata with few side effects.
research Safety of Janus Kinase inhibitors in Patients with Alopecia Areata: A Systematic Review
JAK inhibitors for alopecia areata are linked to minor side effects like headache and acne, but not to an increased risk of serious adverse events.
research The women’s hair growth questionnaire: Development and validation of a patient-reported measure for treatment efficacy in androgenetic alopecia
AGA patients have higher rates of metabolic syndrome and carotid atheromatosis, suggesting early screening and prevention is important.