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March 2015 in “Experimental Dermatology” Clotrimazole, an antifungal cream, may safely reduce skin pigmentation by breaking down the enzyme needed for making melanin.
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July 2011 in “British Journal of Dermatology” A man with KID syndrome developed a rare cancer in a long-term skin infection.
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February 2011 in “Drug Metabolism and Disposition” Ketoconazole increases finasteride's effectiveness and lifespan in the body.
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July 2019 in “Toxicology research” Ethanamizuril is safe for rats at 20 mg/kg feed, but higher doses cause hair loss, organ changes, and liver, kidney, and lung damage.
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November 2023 in “Journal of cosmetic dermatology” The new anti-dandruff shampoo with ketoconazole-coated zinc oxide nanoparticles is more effective against dandruff.
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October 2006 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” The new clobetasol propionate foam is effective and safe for treating alopecia areata.
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January 2025 in “Journal of Fungi” Erythema nodosum linked to kerion can be treated effectively with antifungals and steroids to reduce scarring.
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April 2025 in “Jurnal Sains dan Teknologi Farmasi Indonesia” The NLC gel with Minoxidil and Finasteride effectively treats hair loss in harsh conditions.
February 2026 in “International Journal of Research in Dermatology” Two adults with unusual scalp fungus symptoms were successfully treated.
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April 2023 in “Expert Review of Clinical Immunology” Baricitinib is effective as a treatment for severe hair loss.
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