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July 2012 in “Translational Psychiatry” Memantine may slightly improve memory in people with Down syndrome, but more research is needed.
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October 2024 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” Ritlecitinib improved hair regrowth and emotional well-being in some alopecia areata patients.
October 2017 in “The Journal of Urology” Finasteride reduces the need for prostate surgery but may increase the risk of depression and persistent sexual side effects.
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April 2013 in “PLOS ONE” Ginseng is possibly safe but its effectiveness is unclear due to poor quality studies and mixed results.
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May 2018 in “Reproductive Sciences” The drug BAY 1158061 is safe, well-tolerated, and shows potential for treating diseases related to prolactin.
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February 2016 in “The Journal of Dermatology” Minoxidil 3% lotion is effective and safe for increasing beard hair count.
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June 2019 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” Both topical calcipotriol and narrowband UVB improved alopecia, but combining them didn't enhance the effect on hair loss severity, despite higher vitamin D3 levels.
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August 2023 in “EClinicalMedicine” Anti-androgens can help manage some PCOS symptoms better than metformin but are not more effective than placebos or birth control pills for other symptoms.
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March 2021 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” PRP injections promote hair growth and increase hair density in androgenic alopecia.
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April 2018 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” New 5% minoxidil formula safely and effectively treats male hair loss.
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November 2022 in “British journal of dermatology/British journal of dermatology, Supplement” Baricitinib for severe alopecia areata is generally safe, with common side effects like infections and acne, and low rates of serious complications.
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October 2017 in “Dermatology practical & conceptual” A spermidine-based supplement may help hair grow longer by keeping it in the growth phase.
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December 2006 in “Lancet Oncology” Taking 1 mg/day finasteride for hair loss significantly lowers PSA levels in men, which may affect prostate cancer screening.
November 2025 in “Dermatology and Therapy” The drinkable supplement increased hair growth and was safe for women with hair loss.
October 2025 in “Frontiers in Medicine” The minoxidil-finasteride combination is more effective for hair growth than minoxidil alone.
February 2010 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Ustekinumab significantly improved sexual function and quality of life for people with moderate to severe psoriasis.
N793 may improve hair density in people with mild hair thinning.
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October 2015 in “PubMed” 5% minoxidil foam effectively treats female hair loss.
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September 2022 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Baricitinib helps grow eyebrows and eyelashes in severe alopecia areata patients.
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May 2021 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” PRP shows promise for treating female hair loss but needs more research.
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September 2022 in “Frontiers in Nutrition” High-dose vitamin D3 does not improve symptoms or quality of life in COVID-19 patients after one year.
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March 2023 in “Frontiers in Medicine” Topical prostaglandin analogs may help with hair growth but more research is needed.
Platelet-rich plasma injections effectively increase hair density in men suffering from common hair loss.
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August 2020 in “F1000Research” Better understanding and new treatments for hidradenitis suppurativa are emerging, but more research is needed.
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November 2025 in “Nutrition Journal” Probiotic supplements may help reduce inflammation and oxidative stress in women with PCOS.
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April 2022 in “Toxicology and Environmental Health Sciences” The shampoo with salicylic acid, panthenol, and niacinamide is effective and safe for preventing hair loss in people with alopecia.
July 2023 in “Journal of Ethnopharmacology” Amla fruit syrup improved hair growth and satisfaction in women with hair loss without significant side effects.
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February 2023 in “BMC endocrine disorders” Curcumin improved some metabolic factors in women with PCOS but did not affect cholesterol, insulin, or testosterone levels.