research Minoxidil: main differences between topical and oral use
Oral minoxidil has more side effects but can be more effective than topical minoxidil.
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research Combined drug triads for synergic neuroprotection in retinal degeneration
Using three different drugs together may better treat eye diseases like glaucoma and macular degeneration.
research Synergistic Protective Effect of Finasteride and Black Soybean Extract against Dihydrotestosterone-Induced Damage in Human Follicle Dermal Papilla Cells
Combining finasteride and black soybean extract better protects hair cells from damage and may treat hair loss effectively with fewer side effects.
research Drug News
Actemra is approved for a specific artery condition, HIV treatment adherence has improved, women may pay more for a hair loss product, and incorrect dosing of blood thinners can be risky.
research Study Answers Some Questions about Androgen Suppression Pre-Radiation, but Not All
Extending androgen suppression before radiotherapy offers no extra survival benefit for intermediate-risk prostate cancer.
research Abstracts from the current global literature: Finasteride and sexual dysfunction
Finasteride, a hair loss drug, can cause sexual side effects like erectile dysfunction in 2.1%-3.8% of users, but these usually go away with time or if the drug is stopped. Despite this, its impact on sexual function is minimal for most men.
research Pegylated Liposomal Doxorubicin: Metamorphosis of an Old Drug into a New Form of Chemotherapy
Doxil is an effective, modified chemotherapy drug with a unique toxicity profile and shows promise in treating certain cancers.
research Oral retinoids-present status
Oral retinoids are effective for various skin conditions but have side effects and should not be used during pregnancy.
research Androgen Dependence of Hirsutism, Acne, and Alopecia in Women
Hirsutism is more linked to high androgen levels than acne or hair loss, and a mix of hormonal tests is best for diagnosis; certain treatments can reduce symptoms.
research Prevention of doxorubicin-induced alopedia by scalp hypothermia: relation to degree of cooling.
Cooling the scalp below 22°C before and during chemotherapy can help prevent hair loss.
research Presentation of a meningioma in a transwoman after nine years of cyproterone acetate and estradiol intake: case report and literature review
A transwoman developed a brain tumor after nine years of hormone therapy, suggesting a possible link between the treatment and tumor development.
research Cardiometabolic profile of young women with hypoprolactinemia
Low prolactin in young women may increase heart and metabolism risks.
research Interventions for morphea
Some treatments like methotrexate with prednisone might help juvenile morphea, but more research is needed to confirm.
research Examination of epigenetic inhibitor zebularine in treatment of skin wounds in healthy and diabetic mice
Zebularine improved skin structure but delayed wound healing in diabetic mice.
research Scientific Evaluation of A Unani Pharmacopoeia-Based Formulation on BPH in Animal Model
The Unani Pharmacopoeia-Based Formulation significantly improved symptoms of enlarged prostate in rats.
research Biostimulatory Action of a Plant-Derived Protein Hydrolysate on Morphological Traits, Photosynthetic Parameters, and Mineral Composition of Two Basil Cultivars Grown Hydroponically under Variable Electrical Conductivity
A plant protein biostimulant improved growth, photosynthesis, and nutrient content in hydroponically grown basil.
research (163) Cutting Costs, Not Care: New Models for Affordable Men’s Health Medications
Using Mark Cuban Cost Plus Drug Company can save money on men's health medications compared to Medicare.
research Efecto Inmunohistoquímico de la Vitamina E y el Ácido Valproico en el Desarrollo de Epidermis y Folículos Pilosos
Vitamin E can reduce the negative effects of valproic acid on hair and skin development.
research Tacrolimus monitoring in hair samples of kidney transplant recipients
Hair samples can reliably monitor tacrolimus levels in kidney transplant patients.
research Myo-Inositol to D-Chiro-Inositol ratio in follicular fluid plays a pivotal role for oocyte and embryo quality: summary of available evidence
The right balance of Myo-Inositol to D-Chiro-Inositol in follicular fluid is crucial for good egg and embryo quality.
research Reversal of alopecia areata in a mouse model of human hair loss by daily dietary administration of a proprietary extract of North American ginseng (Panax Quinquefolius)
North American ginseng extract helped regrow hair in balding mice.
research Estrogen induce VEGF expression in dermal papilla cells
Estrogen increases a growth factor in hair cells which might affect hair loss.
research Comparación de los efectos del D-004, imipramina y sertralina en el modelo de nado forzado en ratones Comparative effects of D-004, Imipramine and Sertraline in the forced swimming test in mice
D-004 shows moderate antidepressant effects but is less effective than Sertraline and Imipramine.
research A consideration when interpreting outpatient data
Objective assessment is needed to accurately determine medication use and adherence.
research Finasteride toxicity information: “limited”, “poor quality”, “biased”
Finasteride toxicity information is limited, poor quality, and biased.
research Anti-androgenic activities of Ganoderma lucidum
Ganoderma lucidum, a type of mushroom, may help treat enlarged prostate by blocking testosterone conversion.
research Gonadal Suppressive and Cross‐Sex Hormone Therapy for Gender Dysphoria in Adolescents and Adults
Hormone therapy can improve mental health and quality of life for people with gender dysphoria, but long-term effects need more research.
research 308-nm Excimer Lamp vs. Combination of 308-nm Excimer Lamp and 10% Liquor Carbonis Detergens in Patients With Scalp Psoriasis: A Randomized, Single-Blinded, Controlled Trial
The combination of the excimer lamp and liquor carbonis detergens is more effective for scalp psoriasis than the lamp alone.
research Nifedipine: a new treatment for perniosis
Nifedipine may help treat perniosis, improving symptoms and clearing lesions for some patients.
research Fabrication of carboxymethyl cellulose/hyaluronic acid/polyvinylpyrrolidone composite pastes incorporation of minoxidil-loaded ferulic acid-derived lignin nanoparticles and valproic acid for treatment of androgenetic alopecia
The study created a new hair loss treatment paste that regrows hair faster and with fewer side effects than minoxidil alone.