June 2019 in “International journal of dermatology and venereology” A man developed skin issues from cancer medication, which improved with specific treatments.
March 2026 in “Lithuanian University of Health Sciences” JAK inhibitors can effectively regrow hair in alopecia areata patients, but ongoing treatment is needed to maintain results.
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March 2003 in “The Lancet” Imatinib can repigment grey hair, while SU11428 can cause temporary hair depigmentation.
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February 2025 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” JAK inhibitors may effectively treat lichen planopilaris and frontal fibrosing alopecia with minimal side effects.
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August 2016 in “Dermatology Online Journal” Nilotinib can cause skin issues like red bumps and hair loss.
November 2024 in “SKIN The Journal of Cutaneous Medicine” Baricitinib slightly increased cholesterol levels in alopecia areata patients, but these changes were manageable.
January 2026 in “Dermatology Reports” Upadacitinib improved symptoms and hair regrowth in a teen with multiple autoimmune conditions.
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June 2019 in “Journal of dermatology” New medicines that block a specific pathway are showing promise for treating severe hair loss but need more testing for safety and effectiveness.
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March 2013 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Kv1.3 blockers may help treat alopecia areata and promote hair regrowth.
January 2025 in “The Egyptian Journal of Hospital Medicine” Baricitinib is effective and safe for treating localized vitiligo, alone or with topical tacrolimus.
January 2026 in “Frontiers in Immunology” Icariin can regulate macrophages and may help treat inflammation, cancer, bone disorders, and fibrotic diseases.
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October 2017 in “Drug Design Development and Therapy” DA-9401 helps protect rat testis from finasteride damage.
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January 2019 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Tofacitinib may help treat severe childhood alopecia areata, but risks require careful consideration.
February 2016 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” JAK inhibitors may help treat alopecia areata by reversing hair loss.
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January 2017 in “PPAR Research” PPAR-γ helps control skin oil glands and inflammation, and its disruption can cause hair loss diseases.
July 2024 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” JAK inhibitors improve hair growth in alopecia areata, especially in patchy types.
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October 2016 in “Journal of oncology pharmacy practice” A cancer patient's hair became permanently curly after treatment with nivolumab.
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April 2018 in “Journal of Dermatological Science” Cilostazol helps hair grow by making hair root cells grow faster and changing growth factor levels.
April 2025 in “Frontiers in Immunology” Tofacitinib effectively regrows hair in alopecia areata but may need continuous use.
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November 2025 in “Neuro-Oncology” Safusidenib erbumine shows promise as a treatment for certain brain tumors, but mild side effects like hair loss need attention.
November 2025 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” JAK inhibitors may reduce depression in people with alopecia areata.
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September 2013 in “Anti-Cancer Drugs” PTH-CBD could help prevent and treat hair loss caused by chemotherapy in mice.
April 2017 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Most patients experienced mild to moderate skin problems during a trial for a desmoid tumor treatment.
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September 2024 in “Current Oncology” Sacituzumab Govitecan is effective for certain breast cancers but requires careful management of side effects.
Baricitinib may reactivate trichilemmal cysts in people with a history of these cysts.
June 2025 in “Journal of Education Health and Sport” Oral JAK inhibitors show promise for treating alopecia areata but have challenges like relapse and side effects.
November 2024 in “Skin Appendage Disorders” Clinicians should consider individual factors and communicate risks and benefits when prescribing ritlecitinib for adolescent alopecia areata.
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December 2020 in “Nature metabolism” Rapamycin treatment helps with mitochondrial disease by reducing PKC levels.
December 2023 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Baricitinib effectively and safely improves hair growth in patients with severe alopecia areata.