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January 2019 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Tofacitinib is effective and safe for long-term treatment of severe alopecia areata, with many patients achieving complete hair regrowth.
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May 2023 in “Molecules” Cepharanthine dry powder inhalers may effectively treat acute lung injury by reducing inflammation.
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November 2007 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Fulvestrant solution doesn't help hair loss in men and postmenopausal women.
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January 2011 in “Yearbook of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery”
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February 2016 in “Journal of Microencapsulation” Improved finasteride formula allows slow, sustained release and better absorption for patients.
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July 2024 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Oral dutasteride is effective and safe for treating frontal fibrosing alopecia.
November 2023 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Tofacitinib is effective and has minor, reversible side effects for treating severe hair loss in Iran.
March 2016 in “International Journal of Infectious Diseases” Peginterferon alpha-2a effectively treats acute hepatitis C in hemodialysed patients, despite some side effects.
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January 1991 in “PubMed” Oxiconazole nitrate cream is effective and well-tolerated for treating various fungal skin infections.
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February 1993 in “Journal of Medicinal Chemistry” New compounds called benzoquinolinones may treat conditions linked to excess DHT.
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April 2006 in “Expert opinion on drug safety” Gefitinib can cause skin problems, diarrhea, and nausea, but rarely causes severe lung disease or hair loss.
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November 1978 in “JAMA” Valproic acid is effective for various seizures, but may cause temporary side effects like drowsiness and stomach issues.
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October 2018 in “BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine” Crataeva nurvala leaves may help reduce anxiety and improve sleep.
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September 2013 in “Psychoneuroendocrinology” Blocking CYP17A1 enzyme may help improve certain brain function issues related to dopamine.
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January 2014 in “ALTEX” Pesticides can cause reproductive and adrenal health issues.
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January 2025 in “International Journal of Biological Macromolecules” A new microneedle patch effectively promotes hair regrowth with less frequent dosing.
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February 2020 in “Journal of Natural Products” A new compound from a sponge strongly inhibits an enzyme linked to male-pattern hair loss without being toxic at low levels.
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July 2019 in “International journal of Unani and integrative medicine” Aftimoon (Cuscuta reflexa) has various health benefits, including anti-inflammatory and anticonvulsant effects.
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April 2020 in “Journal of Mind and Medical Sciences” Psychotropic drugs can interact with natural products, affecting their effectiveness and safety.
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April 2003 in “BJUI” Doxazosin alone or combined with finasteride improves prostate symptoms better than finasteride alone, without extra benefits.
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January 2024 in “Arab Board Medical Journal” Tofacitinib effectively regrows hair in alopecia areata patients, especially in younger individuals, with manageable side effects.
November 2015 in “Indian drugs” The aerial roots of the Ficus benghalensis plant contain flavonoids, phenolics, and saponins.
January 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” Adapalene, Diosmin, and Azelastine may effectively treat onchocerciasis.
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June 2002 in “Steroids” 4-azasteroids, including finasteride, can inhibit 5α-reductase, helping treat conditions like enlarged prostate and hair loss.
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April 2016 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” FOL-005, a new substance, was found to reduce hair growth without toxicity when injected into skin, suggesting it could be used to treat excessive hair growth.