research Lack of effect of topical finasteride suggests an endocrine role for dihydrotestosterone
Topical finasteride doesn't reduce DHT levels, hinting at an endocrine role in hair loss.
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research Telocytes: current methods of research, challenges and future perspectives
Telocytes have potential in therapy and tissue regeneration, but challenges in identification and cultivation remain.
research The effectiveness of combination therapies for androgenetic alopecia: A systematic review and meta‐analysis
Combination therapies work better than single treatments for hair loss.
research Spironolactone, a Classic Potassium-Sparing Diuretic, Reduces Survivin Expression and Chemosensitizes Cancer Cells to Non-DNA-Damaging Anticancer Drugs
Spironolactone may make some cancer treatments more effective by blocking a protein that helps cancer cells survive.
research Discovery of Natural Steroid 5 Alpha-Reductase Inhibitors
Natural herbal compounds might treat certain medical conditions by reducing DHT levels, but more research is needed to confirm their effectiveness and safety.
research Experimental and early investigational drugs for androgenetic alopecia
New hair loss treatments may include topical medications, injections, and improved transplant methods.
research Therapeutic indications and other use-case-driven updates in the drug ontology: anti-malarials, anti-hypertensives, opioid analgesics, and a large term request
The Drug Ontology was updated to better classify drugs for hypertension, malaria, and opioid abuse, and to allow for more accurate research queries.
research Recent Advances in Drug Design and Drug Discovery for Androgen- Dependent Diseases
New treatments for prostate cancer and BPH show promise, including novel compounds that target hormone synthesis and response.
research Impact of Alpha Blockers, 5-alpha Reductase Inhibitors and Combination Therapy on Sexual Function
Medications for enlarged prostate can cause sexual side effects like reduced libido, erectile dysfunction, and ejaculatory problems.
research Relation between mineral composition of human hair and common illnesses
Hair mineral content can help diagnose certain common illnesses.
research Improving selective androgen receptor modulator discovery and preclinical evaluation
We need better ways to test and understand SARMs to make safer and more effective treatments.
research Environmental exposure to platinum group elements released by automotive catalytic converters: the risk for children
Children are at risk of health issues from exposure to platinum group elements from car exhausts.
research Minoxidil
Minoxidil effectively treats severe hypertension but has notable side effects.
research Emerging lipid–polymer hybrid nanoparticles for genome editing
Lipid–polymer hybrid nanoparticles can improve genome editing delivery and outcomes.
research An Investigation into the Effects of Water- and Fat-Soluble Vitamins in Alzheimer's and Parkinson's Diseases
Vitamin E and C may help slow Alzheimer's and Parkinson's progression.
research Comparative Efficacy and Safety of Janus Kinase Inhibitors Used in Alopecia Areata: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis
Baricitinib and deuruxolitinib are effective for treating alopecia areata, but their efficacy depends on the dose.
research Coenzyme Q10 phospholipidic vesicular formulations for treatment of androgenic alopecia:ex vivopermeation and clinical appraisal
Coenzyme Q10 vesicular formulations can potentially treat androgenic alopecia by promoting hair growth and thickness.
research Integral Roles of Specific Proteoglycans in Hair Growth and Hair Loss: Mechanisms behind the Bioactivity of Proteoglycan Replacement Therapy with Nourkrin® with Marilex® in Pattern Hair Loss and Telogen Effluvium
Proteoglycans are important for hair growth, and a specific treatment can help reduce hair loss.
research Repurposing steroidogenesis inhibitors for the therapy of neuropsychiatric disorders: Promises and caveats
Drugs for hormone-related conditions might help treat mental disorders but could have serious side effects.
research Behavioral effects and somnolence due to levetiracetam versus oxcarbazepine — a retrospective comparison study of North Indian patients with refractory epilepsy
Levetiracetam often causes behavioral issues, while oxcarbazepine is more likely to cause sleepiness in epilepsy patients.
research Management of Recurrent Ischemic Priapism 2014: A Complex Condition with Devastating Consequences
Effective, well-tolerated, and affordable treatments are needed for recurrent ischemic priapism.
research Finasteride
Finasteride reduces prostate cancer risk but may increase high-grade cancer chances.
research Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assays for doping control of 5α-reductase inhibitors finasteride and dutasteride
New tests detect finasteride and dutasteride in urine quickly and easily.
research Recommendations of endocrine treatment for patients with gender dysphoria
The document concludes that hormone therapy is essential for treating gender dysphoria, with specific drugs and monitoring protocols recommended for safety and effectiveness.
research Testosterone Therapy in Premenopausal Women
Testosterone therapy may improve mood, well-being, and sexual function in premenopausal women, but more research is needed on its long-term safety and effectiveness.
research A controlled study of the effects of RU58841, a non-steroidal antiandrogen, on human hair production by balding scalp grafts maintained on testosterone-conditioned nude mice
RU58841 significantly increases hair growth rate and initiates more hair cycles, but doesn't affect hair thickness, suggesting it could be a new treatment for baldness.
research Ketoconazole Shampoo for Seborrheic Dermatitis of the Scalp: A Narrative Review
Ketoconazole shampoo is a safe and effective treatment for scalp seborrheic dermatitis.
research Rizatriptan benzoate-loaded dissolving microneedle patch for management of acute migraine therapy
Rizatriptan benzoate-loaded dissolving microneedles are effective and convenient for treating acute migraines.
research New small molecules in dermatology: for the autoimmunity, inflammation and beyond
New small molecule drugs show promise in treating complex skin diseases but need more safety research.
research Human placenta hydrolysates: from V.P. Filatov to the present day: Review
Human placenta hydrolysates help treat various diseases and aid healing.