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March 2015 in “The Journal of Steroid Biochemistry and Molecular Biology” Neuroactive steroids could become safe, effective treatments with more understanding of their complex brain actions and metabolism.
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July 2017 in “International journal of pharmaceutics” Using β-cyclodextrin derivatives improves the solubility and bioavailability of steroidal drugs.
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March 2012 in “European Journal of Pediatrics” A boy with a rare skin condition and kidney disease improved with cyclosporine after steroids failed, suggesting a new treatment approach.
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November 1992 in “Archives of Dermatology” Steroids help hair regrowth, and minoxidil slows post-steroid hair loss, but effects are temporary.
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