research Treatments options for alopecia
The document concludes that oral finasteride and topical minoxidil are effective for genetic hair loss, while other treatments for different types of hair loss show promise but need more research.
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300-330 / 1000+ results research Acarbose for Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Acarbose may improve PCOS symptoms and fertility, but more research is needed.
research Increasing utility of finasteride for frontal fibrosing alopecia
Finasteride helps treat frontal fibrosing alopecia, improving or stabilizing the condition in many patients.
research Janus Kinase Inhibitors in the Treatment of Alopecia Areata
JAK inhibitors, like baricitinib, are effective and safe for treating alopecia areata.
research Regulation of the human hair cycle
The conclusion is that effectively treating hair disorders is difficult due to the complex factors affecting hair growth and more research is needed to improve treatments.
research Pharmacological Treatment of Alopecia
Only minoxidil and finasteride are FDA-approved for hair loss, with other treatments available but less effective or with side effects.
research Clinical Trials and Hair Loss
Many treatments for hair loss show potential, but more testing is needed to confirm their effectiveness. Only minoxidil for women and minoxidil and finasteride for men are FDA approved.
research Nurses' Drug Alert
Some drugs can cause serious side effects, like hypoglycemia from mix-ups, skin reactions, or depression, and while penicillamine may help rheumatoid arthritis more than auranofin, it has more severe side effects.
research Skin, Hair, and Nail Supplements Advertised on Instagram: A Survey of Selected Posts (Preprint)
Instagram ads for skin, hair, and nail supplements often make broad health claims without clear ingredient information, and are not FDA-regulated.
research Highlights from JAAD Reviews: August 2025—Bicalutamide for female hair loss
Bicalutamide shows promise for treating female hair loss.
research Farmácia da Boa Hora, Porto e nos Serviços Farmacêuticos do Hospital Lusíadas, Porto
Tailored medication preparation and ongoing education are crucial for effective treatments.
research 8679 Case: The Sexual, Physical and Psychological Effects of Post-Finasteride Syndrome
Post-finasteride syndrome can cause lasting sexual, physical, and mental health issues with limited treatment options.
research Characteristics and Outcomes of Patients on Tofacitinib for Alopecia Areata or Rheumatoid Arthritis: A Retrospective Cohort Study
Patients with rheumatoid arthritis using tofacitinib had more serious side effects than those with alopecia areata.
research 41949 Raman spectroscopy of alopecia drugs to assess their potential for laser-assisted drug delivery
Raman spectroscopy is promising for measuring and enhancing drug delivery in alopecia treatments.
research Postmenopausal Alopecia (Hair Loss)
Over 40% of postmenopausal women experience hair loss, with treatments aiming to stop further loss and possibly thicken hair.
research The Triumph of JAK Inhibitors for the Treatment of Alopecia Areata
JAK inhibitors like baricitinib are a new FDA-approved treatment for alopecia areata, but safety data is incomplete.
research Tether-induced tenosynovitis: The importance of an intact skin barrier
An intact skin barrier is crucial to prevent infection in cases of tether-induced tenosynovitis.
research Cell proliferation during fibre growth initiation in ferret hair follicles
Ferret hair growth starts between 0 and 4 days after melatonin treatment, with cell growth peaking in the hair germ and declining as the hair matures.
research Bernstein’s Consent and Information on Finasteride and Propecia®
Finasteride can cause side effects and requires caution, especially regarding sexual health, pregnancy, and prostate cancer.
research Dermatologic adverse events in EGFR-TKIs: A real-world analysis.
EGFR-TKIs can cause unexpected skin, nail, and hair issues.
research Local Injection of Triamcinolone Acetonide: A Forgotten Aetiology of Cushing’s Syndrome
Injecting steroids like Triamcinolone Acetonide for skin treatments can cause Cushing's Syndrome.
research Androgenetic alopecia: An update
Two drugs, finasteride and minoxidil, are approved for hair loss treatment, but new therapies are being developed.
research Nonsurgical Therapy for Hair Loss
Some nonsurgical hair loss treatments are effective, especially if started early.
research Antiandrogens and Androgen Inhibitors
Antiandrogens and androgen inhibitors like spironolactone, finasteride, and dutasteride can treat hair loss and skin conditions, but they have risks and side effects, including potential harm to pregnant women and risks of cancer and heart issues. Herbal remedies also have antiandrogenic effects but lack safety validation.
research Antidepressants have Anti-inflammatory Effects that may be Relevant to Dermatology: A Systematic Review
Antidepressants might help with skin inflammation and improve conditions like psoriasis and eczema.
research Azathioprine
Azathioprine's effectiveness and safety require careful monitoring and more research, especially regarding its use with corticosteroids and the role of TPMT status in patients.
research Scalp biomarkers during dupilumab treatment support Th2 pathway pathogenicity in alopecia areata
Dupilumab treatment reduces Th2-related markers and helps hair growth in alopecia areata, showing Th2's role in the condition.
research Topical L‐thyroxine: The Cinderella among hormones waiting to dance on the floor of dermatological therapy?
Topical L-thyroxine may help with wound healing and hair growth but should be used short-term due to potential risks.
research Lugol's solution-induced painless thyroiditis
Lugol's solution can cause thyroid problems if used long-term for non-approved reasons.
research Contraindicated use of 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors in women
The document concludes that women should not use 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors due to the risk of birth defects and limited effectiveness.