October 2023 in “Open Repository of the University of Porto (University of Porto)” The document is an internship report by Tiago Filipe Couto Peixoto, detailing his experiences in hospital and community pharmacy settings in Porto. It emphasizes the role of pharmacists in clinical decision-making and patient care, highlighting activities such as prescription validation and the management of clinical cases, including a successful antiparasitic treatment for trichuriasis. The report also discusses the efficacy of minoxidil in treating hair loss, particularly androgenetic alopecia, and the benefits of CFTR modulators in cystic fibrosis treatment. Additionally, it covers the therapeutic use of rimegepant for migraines and dapagliflozin for type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular conditions, underscoring the importance of pharmacists in optimizing therapeutic outcomes.
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August 2023 in “Expert opinion on drug delivery” Cedrol-loaded microneedles effectively promote hair growth.
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July 2022 in “Chinese Journal of Integrative Medicine” Related plant species often have similar chemicals and healing properties.
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January 2023 in “Research Square (Research Square)” A neem-based herbal treatment worked better than ivermectin for sarcoptic mange in camels, improving their recovery and overall health.
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April 2016 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” 
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September 1989 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Carbamazepine may cause reversible nail detachment.
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March 2014 in “Journal of Industrial Microbiology & Biotechnology” Scientists found a new gene in a bacterium that can modify an immunosuppressant drug, potentially helping to treat hair loss.
November 2025 in “JEADV Clinical Practice” Itraconazole is effective for treating scalp ringworm, and a Wood's lamp is a useful diagnostic tool.
October 2019 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” Capilcep effectively promotes hair growth and is safe, but long-term effects need more research.
September 2024 in “International Journal For Multidisciplinary Research” Tridax procumbens shows potential for various health benefits but needs more scientific research.
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July 2023 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” Cepharanthine shows promise as a COVID-19 treatment.
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January 2016 in “Skin pharmacology and physiology” Caragana korshinskii seed oil effectively treats fungal skin infections.
January 2016 in “Huanjing yu Jiankang Zazhi” October 2025 in “Bioactive Materials” Combining traditional Chinese medicine with microneedles shows promise for effectively treating skin diseases with fewer side effects.
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November 2024 in “Current Research in Microbial Sciences” Echinops echinatus and Tridax procumbens have compounds that fight bacteria.
December 2024 in “Globus: an international journal of medical science, engineering and technology.” 
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December 2022 in “Antibiotics” Coconut seed extract may effectively treat scabies in rabbits by killing mites and reducing inflammation.
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October 2018 in “Plant Biotechnology” Researchers found two enzymes in Avicennia marina that help produce maslinic acid and corosolic acid, which have medicinal benefits.
July 2023 in “Journal of the ASEAN Federation of Endocrine Societies” Metyrapone effectively stabilizes severe Cushing's disease symptoms before surgery.
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October 2015 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Diphenylcyclopropenone's effectiveness and safety for alopecia areata are unclear.
May 2011 in “Utrecht University Repository (Utrecht University)” The nicotinamide supplement did not reduce symptoms in horses with insect bite hypersensitivity.
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September 2018 in “MOJ Toxicology” Alpinia zerumbet is a promising medicinal herb with various health benefits.
April 1946 in “Archives of Dermatology” One child resisted treatment, while the other was successfully treated for scalp ringworm.
4-(Ethoxycarbophenyl) retinamide is much less toxic than other retinoids.
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March 2012 in “Zhongxiyi jiehe xuebao” Cuscuta reflexa Roxb. is a parasitic herb with many medicinal benefits.
August 2025 in “Saudi Pharmaceutical Journal” The ointment effectively treats neurodermatitis and chronic eczema without causing skin irritation.
November 2025 in “OPAL (Open@LaTrobe) (La Trobe University)” Gentamicin-loaded exosomes improve healing of infected diabetic wounds in mice.
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April 1964 in “Journal of the American Geriatrics Society” Triamcinolone acetonide injections effectively treat skin disorders like eczema and psoriasis.
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March 2018 in “Journal of labelled compounds & radiopharmaceuticals” A new compound was effective for imaging prostate cancer in rats.
October 2017 in “Our Dermatology Online” DCP in isopropanol is better tolerated for treating alopecia areata.