October 2023 in “Skin research and technology” The 675 nm laser effectively improved facial acne scars in dark skin with minimal side effects.
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November 2018 in “Cochrane library” Oral isotretinoin may slightly improve acne but increases the risk of side effects like dry lips and skin; more research is needed to understand its full risks and benefits.
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August 2019 in “Biomedical Journal of Scientific & Technical Research” Early detection of chemotherapy side effects allows treatment adjustments, improving patient outcomes.
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April 1987 in “American Journal of Nursing” 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.
March 2026 in “Journal of Cancer Survivorship” Exercise may help reduce treatment side effects and improve survival in metastatic colorectal cancer.
December 2025 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” Current drug safety systems fail to detect long-term side effects, needing improvements to protect health and trust.
December 2025 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” Current drug safety systems fail to detect long-term side effects, leading to preventable health issues.
Finasteride can cause long-term side effects like sexual dysfunction and depression.
January 2024 in “International Journal of Health Science” Hormonal implants have many side effects that often outweigh their benefits.
July 2017 in “Clin-Alert” Different medications can cause serious side effects in some people.
January 1978 in “Clin-Alert” A document listed serious side effects from various drugs, including deaths and diseases, emphasizing the importance of being aware of drug side effects.
Ayurvedic herbs may reduce side effects and improve effectiveness of cancer treatments.
June 2018 in “Journal of Clinical Periodontology” Finasteride may cause gum side effects in some patients.
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October 2019 in “Cochrane library” Some drugs may reduce prostatitis symptoms short-term with few side effects.
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January 1980 in “Journal of Cardiovascular Pharmacology” Minoxidil treats high blood pressure and side effects can be managed.
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February 2018 in “Biomedicine & pharmacotherapy” Ginseng may help treat cancer and reduce treatment side effects, but more research is needed.
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June 2015 in “Medicines” Panax ginseng is generally safe with mild side effects and may have health benefits, but more research is needed.
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April 2015 in “PubMed” Finasteride for hair loss may cause long-lasting side effects like impotence and low libido, but trials lack proper safety reporting.
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January 2020 in “BioMed Research International” Micrografts improve hair density and thickness without side effects.
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January 2016 in “Skin appendage disorders” The document concludes that sexual and psychiatric side effects from 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors are reported, but more high-quality research is needed to understand how often they occur.
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August 2024 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” Tralokinumab for atopic dermatitis may cause side effects like dizziness, headache, nausea, hair loss, and acne.
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September 2016 in “BMC musculoskeletal disorders” Methotrexate for rheumatoid arthritis often causes side effects like diarrhea, fatigue, and hair loss, especially at higher doses.
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January 1980 in “Southern Medical Journal” Minoxidil effectively treats severe hypertension but has notable side effects.
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May 2018 in “Drug Safety” Using electronic health records can help identify drug side effects but has some limitations.
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July 2021 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” Finasteride helps hair growth but may cause sexual side effects and depression.
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August 2015 in “Current Sexual Health Reports” 5α-reductase inhibitors can cause serious and possibly lasting sexual and psychological side effects.
November 2025 in “International Journal Of Ayurvedic And Herbal Medicine” A multidisciplinary approach effectively improves trichotillomania without side effects.
September 2025 in “BULLETIN OF STOMATOLOGY AND MAXILLOFACIAL SURGERY” Better supportive care is needed to manage chemotherapy side effects.
August 2024 in “World Journal of Biology Pharmacy and Health Sciences” Ayurvedic treatment effectively manages alopecia areata with fewer side effects and relapses.
March 2023 in “Revista Chilena de Urología” Post-finasteride syndrome can cause sexual and systemic side effects, and patients should be informed about these risks.