63 citations
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April 2003 in “Journal of The European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Minoxidil use increases facial hair growth in females, more in older users.
February 2009 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Both skin products were equally effective in improving facial discoloration and skin quality.
January 2024 in “Archives of Endocrinology and Metabolism” A new gene mutation causes insulin resistance in a girl and her mother.
January 2016 in “International journal of reproduction, contraception, obstetrics and gynecology” A certain gene variation is linked to a higher risk of polycystic ovarian syndrome in South Indian women.
January 2026 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Caffeine and DMG increase calcium influx in hair follicle cells without being toxic.
13 citations
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November 2005 in “Epilepsia” Deoxycorticosterone and its metabolites help prevent seizures by interacting with specific receptors.
51 citations
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January 2007 in “Animal Genetics” The gene for slick hair in Senepol cattle is located on chromosome 20 and may involve the SRD5A2 gene.
May 2011 in “Psychiatric News” Horizant has risks like other seizure drugs, Johnson & Johnson misled about Risperdal, and Quanterix found a possible link between brain oxygen loss and Alzheimer's markers.
10 citations
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December 1991 in “Annals of the New York Academy of Sciences” Minoxidil boosts hair growth in genetically modified mice.
2 citations
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July 2011 in “AFRICAN JOURNAL OF BIOTECHNOLOGY” Seven genetic variations in sheep's DSG4 gene are linked and affect wool traits.
5 citations
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April 2018 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” New 5% minoxidil formula safely and effectively treats male hair loss.
1 citations
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November 1981 in “PubMed” No clear conclusion available.
November 2024 in “IP Indian Journal of Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” Graves' disease often causes skin issues, especially hyperpigmentation, which may be linked to treatments.
29 citations
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October 2009 in “Pharmacology Biochemistry and Behavior” 2 citations
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January 2022 in “Skin appendage disorders” Low-dose oral minoxidil effectively promotes hair growth but has associated risks.
10 citations
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April 2013 in “Revista cubana de plantas medicinales” Sida cordifolia L. is rich in saponins with antioxidant and antifungal properties.
July 2015 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” A woman experienced excessive hair growth after using a hair loss treatment with minoxidil.
August 2023 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Some plants like spinach, broccoli, and matcha may boost the effectiveness of the hair growth drug minoxidil.
December 2024 in “Biological and Pharmaceutical Bulletin” Gum arabic improves minoxidil delivery to hair follicles, enhancing hair growth.
October 2025 in “Journal of Obstetric and Gynaecological Practices POGS” 26 citations
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September 2023 in “Bioengineered” Brown seaweed oligosaccharides have health benefits and potential uses in food and medicine.
54 citations
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December 2007 in “Best Practice & Research Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism” Targeting glucocorticoid action might help treat type-2 diabetes, but human trials are needed.
68 citations
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January 2013 in “BMC Pharmacology and Toxicology” Glibenclamide slows breast cancer cell growth by stopping cell division.
19 citations
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September 2020 in “Pharmaceutics” Sodium Valproate nanospanlastics could be a safe and effective treatment for Androgenic Alopecia, with fewer side effects than minoxidil.
13 citations
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September 2011 in “Archives of dermatology” A patient with steroid sulfatase deficiency had a unique hair pattern and a brain malformation not previously linked to the condition.
May 2023 in “International Journal of Trichology” Low-dose oral Minoxidil is an effective treatment for hair loss with minimal serious side effects.
1 citations
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January 2024 in “Sultan Qaboos University medical journal”
January 2014 in “Journal of Pharmaceutical Negative Results” Liquorice and Indian jujube root extracts don't help in fighting male pattern baldness.
8 citations
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October 2016 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” MR antagonists may improve skin health and wound healing, especially in aging.
32 citations
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December 2013 in “Biological & Pharmaceutical Bulletin” Rice bran extract can potentially treat hair loss by promoting hair growth and increasing the number of hair follicles.