research Use of 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors in Dermatology: A Narrative Review
5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors are effective for male hair loss and some skin conditions, but their effectiveness in women and safety concerns require careful use.
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research Spironolactone in combination drug therapy for unresponsive hirsutism
Combination drug therapy is effective for hirsutism that doesn't improve with just one medication.
research PT4:07 Anifrolumab as rescue therapy in life-threatening, infection-complicated SLE: a biomarker-guided case beyond trial criteria
Anifrolumab helped a woman with severe lupus achieve remission when other treatments failed.
research A systematic review of health-related quality of life outcomes in patients with advanced breast cancer treated with palbociclib
Palbociclib generally maintains or improves quality of life in advanced breast cancer patients.
research JAK 1-3 inhibitors and TYK-2 inhibitors in dermatology: Practical pearls for the primary care physician
Primary care doctors need to monitor JAK and TYK-2 inhibitors carefully for skin conditions.
research 202 Activation of breast cancer cell proliferation by ROR-alpha through aromatase promoter
ROR-alpha may increase the growth of certain breast cancer cells by boosting aromatase, which could affect breast cancer prognosis.
research Structure optimization of tetrahydropyridoindole-based aldose reductase inhibitors improved their efficacy and selectivity
Optimizing the structure of a specific compound greatly improved its effectiveness and precision for treating diabetic complications.
research Flurandrenolide
research SYSTEMATIC REVIEW OF ORAL JANUS KINASE INHIBITORS IN ALOPECIA AREATA: INSIGHTS FROM 2020 TO 2025 STUDIES
Oral JAK inhibitors effectively treat alopecia areata and are generally well-tolerated.
research 411 The efficacy of 1550-nm erbium-glass fractional laser treatment and its effect on the expression of insulin-like growth factor 1 and Wnt/β-catenin in androgenetic alopecia
Finasteride helps female-pattern hair loss.
research A phase I safety study of topical calcitriol (BPM31543) for the prevention of chemotherapy-induced alopecia (CIA): Final study results
Topical calcitriol (BPM31543) is safe for preventing hair loss from chemotherapy and shows some effectiveness.
research EU Legal and Regulatory Update
The document updates on EU legal changes, including pharmaceutical patents, class actions in Italy, and various drug-related rulings.
research Upadacitinib in the treatment of a patient with the triad of atopic dermatitis, vitiligo, and alopecia areata: a case report and literature review
Upadacitinib effectively treated severe atopic dermatitis, vitiligo, and alopecia areata in one patient.
research 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors in Prostate Cancer: From Clinical Trials to Clinical Practice
5-Alpha reductase inhibitors may prevent prostate cancer but are not widely used due to concerns about trial relevance and potential risks, and more research is needed to confirm long-term benefits.
research Natural Compound Isoliensinine Inhibits Stress-Induced Hair Greying by Blocking β2-Adrenoceptor
Isoliensinine, a natural compound, prevents stress-related hair greying by blocking a specific receptor on hair cells.
research Urticariform plaques: delayed hypersensitivity reaction type IV to enoxaparin
A woman had a delayed allergic reaction to the blood thinner enoxaparin, treated with a steroid cream.
research A pilot study for triple combination therapy with a low-fluence 1064 nm Q-switched Nd:YAG laser, hydroquinone cream and oral tranexamic acid for recalcitrant Riehl’s Melanosis
The combination therapy significantly improved Riehl’s melanosis in patients without serious side effects.
research New drugs: Agalsidase beta
Lifestyle changes are more effective than metformin for reducing type 2 diabetes risk.
research Antipsoriatic Activity of a New Synthetic Retinoid
The new synthetic retinoid RO 13-6298 effectively treated severe psoriasis at low doses with manageable side effects.
research B-219 Apoptotic effect and cell cycle arrest by Juniperus communis extract on oral cancer
Juniperus communis extract enhances the effectiveness of oral cancer treatment when combined with chemotherapy.
research ChemInform Abstract: Discovery of a Novel Hybrid from Finasteride and Epristeride as 5α‐Reductase Inhibitor.
A new compound may effectively inhibit the enzyme linked to BPH and hair loss.
research Scarring alopecia associated with the epidermal growth factor receptor inhibitor erlotinib
Erlotinib may cause scarring hair loss.
research Effection of Epristeride and Finasteride on Spermatogenesis in Male Rats
Finasteride reduces sperm count and affects male reproductive function, while Epristeride does not.
research Novel Janus Kinase Inhibitors in the Treatment of Dermatologic Conditions
JAK inhibitors show promise for treating various skin diseases.
research 60058 Change in patient-reported hair satisfaction during deuruxolitinib treatment of severe alopecia areata: Pooled data from the Phase 3 THRIVE-AA1 and THRIVE-AA2 trials
Deuruxolitinib significantly improves hair satisfaction in severe alopecia areata patients.
research Solubilization and Solid‐State Characterization of a Poorly Soluble 5‐α Reductase Inhibitor
GI197111X is best dissolved in Capmul MCM for trials.
research The Influence of Cyproteron-Acetate Orally on the Hair Root Status in Women with Idiopathic Hirsutism
research Effect of estrogens on skin aging and the potential role of SERMs
Estrogens help reduce skin aging, and SERMs might offer similar benefits without the risks of hormone therapy.
research PTP1B Inhibitory and Anti-inflammatory Properties of Constituents from Eclipta prostrata L.
Compounds from Eclipta prostrata L. plant have diabetes and obesity-fighting properties and reduce inflammation.