research Empirical evidence of observer bias in randomized clinical trials: updated and expanded analysis of trials with both blinded and non-blinded outcome assessors
Non-blinded assessors tend to overestimate effects in trials by about 29%.
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420-450 / 1000+ resultsresearch Price discrimination across indications in the pharmaceutical industry: The case of finasteride
The same drug is priced differently based on its use.
research Adverse Reactions to Enemas
Enemas can cause septicemia in elderly men with prostate infections.
research Drug-Induced Hair Disorders
Some drugs can cause hair loss, excessive growth, or color changes, often reversible but sometimes permanent.
research Screening: seeking a balance
The document concludes that better training and education are needed for proper cancer screening and criticizes the GMC's inaction as harmful to clinical ethics in the UK.
research Diffuse hair loss associated with hyperprolactinaemia: report of three cases
High levels of prolactin in the blood can be linked to widespread hair loss.
research STEROIDS AND STEROID-LIKE COMPOUNDS
Athletes use steroids to enhance performance despite health risks and legal issues, and education on their dangers is needed.
research Iatrogenic Cushing Syndrome and Secondary Adrenal Insufficiency Due to an Interaction Between Fluticasone and Ritonavir
A woman developed Cushing syndrome and adrenal insufficiency from using fluticasone and ritonavir together.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Mimicking an Androgen-Secreting Tumor
A young girl with high testosterone was thought to have a tumor but actually had PCOS, which was treated with birth control pills.
research Adrenolytic and Vasodilator Therapy
New drugs like clonidine and prazosin show promise for treating high blood pressure despite some side effects.
research 5α-Reductase inhibitors increase acute coronary syndrome risk in patients with benign prostate hyperplasia
Taking both finasteride and dutasteride for prostate issues may raise the risk of heart problems.
research Association of Suicidality and Depression With 5α-Reductase Inhibitors
Men over 66 taking medication for prostate enlargement have a higher risk of depression and self-harm, especially in the first 18 months of treatment.
research The “Dorian Gray Syndrome”: psychodynamic need for hair growth restorers and other “fountains of youth”
People obsessed with looking young may need therapy to address deeper issues.
research Intricate diagnosis due to falsely elevated testosterone levels by immunoassay
Confirm testosterone levels with advanced tests to avoid unnecessary procedures.
research Prescribing Habits for Androgenic Alopecia among Dermatologists in Spain in 2019–2020: A Cross-Sectional Study
In Spain, dermatologists most commonly prescribe topical minoxidil and oral finasteride for male hair loss, and topical minoxidil and oral contraceptives for female hair loss. The use of oral dutasteride and oral minoxidil has significantly increased over the past three years.
research Evidence based medicine: a movement in crisis?
Evidence-based medicine needs improvement to better tailor treatments to individual patients.
research DRUGS OF ABUSE | Hair
research CLINICAL OBSERVATION: HYPONATREMIA ASSOCIATED WITH DIURETIC USE AND URINARY RETENTION IN AN OLDER MAN
Older adults using diuretics should manage water intake carefully to avoid low sodium levels.
research Effectiveness and safety of physician–pharmacist collaborative care for rheumatoid arthritis patients: The Changi General Hospital’s experience
Collaborative care between physicians and pharmacists improved medication management for rheumatoid arthritis without raising costs.
research Effectiveness and Adverse Drug Reaction Mechanisms Associated with Valproic Acid Use: A Cross-Sectional Prospective Study in Indonesia
Valproic acid is effective but often causes side effects like weight gain and hair loss, so personalized treatment is needed.
research Trichotillomania as a Manifestation of Dementia
Trichotillomania in dementia may be better treated with dopamine blockers like quetiapine than with SSRIs.
research The Rise of Medical Questionnaires in Telemedicine. Will they Initiate a Paradigm Shift in Medicine?
Medical questionnaires could modernize healthcare by improving access and efficiency but need guidelines to ensure quality care.
research Sub-acute Toxicosis Caused by a Multiple Doses Tegafur/Uracil (UFT) for Suicide: A Case Report
Effective treatment for UFT overdose includes antibiotics and G-CSF, with bone marrow biopsy and transfusion as backup options.
research Dermatological drugs, topical agents, and cosmetics
Natural products like propolis are causing more skin allergies, and certain skin treatments and medications have various side effects and risks.
research Postmenopausal hyperandrogenism
Postmenopausal hyperandrogenism involves excess male hormones causing symptoms like hair growth and acne, and requires ruling out tumors and other disorders.
research Iatrogenic Cushing's Syndrome in a Patient With Salt-Wasting Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia (SWCAH)
A patient with congenital adrenal hyperplasia improved after adjusting her medication to prevent Cushing's syndrome symptoms.
research ANÁLISE MICROBIOLÓGICA DE MATÉRIAS-PRIMAS E FORMULAÇÕES DE UMA FARMÁCIA DE MANIPULAÇÃO NA CIDADE DE VENÂNCIO AIRES/RS
The compounding pharmacy in Venâncio Aires generally follows good practices, with only the Paracetamol sample showing significant microbial growth.
research FDA Approved pediatric antihypertensive agents
FDA-approved medications are important for treating high blood pressure in children, but non-approved ones can be used if needed.
research Letter in reply: Pericarditis and peripheral edema in a healthy man on low-dose oral minoxidil therapy
A man got heart and swelling issues from a hair loss medication, so doctors advise careful use, especially in people with past health problems.
research Warfarin: almost 60 years old and still causing problems
Warfarin is effective but risky, requiring careful monitoring to prevent bleeding.