October 2023 in “Benha Journal of Applied Sciences” Methotrexate and vitamin D3 are potentially more effective and safer than triamcinolone for treating localized alopecia areata.
June 2023 in “Acta Scientifci Nutritional Health” A gluten-free diet improves growth and reduces symptoms in children with celiac disease.
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October 2019 in “Frontiers in Immunology” Janus kinase inhibitors are promising treatments for autoimmune skin diseases like eczema and psoriasis.
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April 2002 in “Archives of Dermatology” Finasteride can cause one-sided breast enlargement, which disappears after stopping the drug.
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January 2000 in “Dermatologic Clinics” New psoriasis treatments are effective but come with side effects and risks.
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September 2021 in “Journal of Neuroendocrinology” Neurosteroids can influence behavior by modulating brain inhibition, with potential for treating psychiatric disorders.
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February 2024 in “Clinical Pharmacokinetics” A 50 mg daily dose of ritlecitinib is effective for alopecia areata, with temporary treatment breaks up to 6 weeks not affecting results.
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January 2023 in “Prague Medical Report” JAK inhibitors, like baricitinib, are effective and safe for treating alopecia areata.
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July 2018 in “Elsevier eBooks” Many treatments for hair loss show potential, but more testing is needed to confirm their effectiveness. Only minoxidil for women and minoxidil and finasteride for men are FDA approved.
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January 2015 in “Side effects of drugs annual” The document concludes that various dermatological treatments and drugs can cause skin reactions and side effects.
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August 2025 in “Scientific Electronic library online (Sciences Carlos III Health Institute)” Tofacitinib can help regrow hair in about 50% of people with moderate-severe alopecia areata.
June 2023 in “International journal of biology, pharmacy and allied sciences” New medications are improving depression treatment, emphasizing accurate diagnosis and chronic care.
September 2013 in “Neurodegenerative disease management” Teriflunomide is effective and generally safe for treating relapsing multiple sclerosis, reducing relapse rates and disability progression.
June 2026 in “Discover Nano” Lipid nanocarriers could effectively promote hair regrowth with fewer side effects.
October 2025 in “International Journal of Clinical Trials” India is ideal for dermatology trials due to diverse patients and cost-effectiveness.
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June 2021 in “Dermatology and Therapy” Future acne treatments should aggressively target inflammation to prevent scarring.
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April 2006 in “Expert opinion on drug safety” Gefitinib can cause skin problems, diarrhea, and nausea, but rarely causes severe lung disease or hair loss.
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March 2017 in “PLoS neglected tropical diseases” Isotretinoin shows promise as a treatment for Chagas disease by effectively inhibiting key transporters in the parasite.
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June 2020 in “Dermatologic Therapy” The COVID-19 pandemic led to an increase in untreated hair diseases and showed the importance of teledermatology.
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January 2016 in “CNS drugs” Teriflunomide is effective and generally safe for treating relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis.
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July 2013 in “Oncologist” Bendamustine combined with rituximab is an effective and well-tolerated treatment for certain types of lymphoma.
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February 2013 in “Clinics in Dermatology” New treatments for advanced skin cancer are improving patient outcomes, but drug resistance and finding the right treatment combinations are still big challenges.
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December 2019 in “Stem Cell Research & Therapy” Grouping certain skin cells together activates a growth pathway that helps create new hair follicles.
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December 2016 in “Advanced Pharmaceutical Bulletin” The new cream with N-acetyl glucosamine didn't change skin color after 8 weeks.
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March 2014 in “Cutaneous and Ocular Toxicology” Oral isotretinoin for severe acne can change hormone levels but does not significantly affect ovarian function.
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June 2018 in “Sexual medicine reviews” Stromal Vascular Fraction might help with male sexual dysfunction, but more research is needed to confirm its safety and effectiveness.
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February 2022 in “Nature communications” Rare changes in the KRT82 gene are linked to a higher risk of Alopecia Areata.
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February 2014 in “Talanta” Researchers developed a method to identify and analyze cyclosporin compounds and their structures effectively.
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October 2024 in “npj Digital Medicine” Long-COVID causes more health issues after COVID-19, varying by age, sex, and infection wave.