research Slow progress in prostate cancer
Finasteride reduces prostate cancer risk but may increase high-grade tumors; new drugs and better diagnosis are in development, but funding and industry commitment are challenges.
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research Miniflap Hair Restoration
Dr. George A. Farber recommends using follicular unit transplantation for hair restoration because it gives a more natural look and has fewer problems compared to the older miniflap technique.
research Scar Tissue Grafting
Use steroid creams without parabens and educate on hair transplant techniques to improve cosmetic surgery outcomes.
research Reply
Follicular unit hair transplantation is better than Miniflap Hair Restoration due to less scarring and more natural results.
research Finasteride: a steroid-unsparing drug?
Adequate steroid treatment needed to limit bone loss in PMR patients.
research Associations between semen quality and lower urinary tract symptoms in ageing male
The conclusion is that doctors should be careful when prescribing 5α-reductase inhibitors due to possible serious side effects, and they should discuss these risks with patients.
research Volume 1982, No. 4 February 26, 1982
Some medications caused temporary health issues that improved after stopping the drugs, but two patients died from liver problems linked to carbamazepine.
research Drug interactions between common dermatological medications and the oral anti-COVID-19 agents nirmatrelvir-ritonavir and molnupiravir
Some skin medications can have harmful interactions with the COVID-19 drug nirmatrelvir-ritonavir, but not with molnupiravir.
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 Stewardship of Medication Errors in A Developing Country’s Scenario: A Clinical Pharmacist’s Role
Clinical pharmacists are crucial in improving patient safety by reporting medication errors in hospitals.
research Proposed ICD-10 framework for identifying emergency department visits that may be impacted by community pharmacy care clinics
Pharmacy care clinics can reduce some emergency visits by managing certain conditions and medication issues.
research Compliance To Medications In Rheumatology Clinic: The Patient Recall As An Indicator
Many patients in the rheumatology clinic adjusted or stopped their medications due to side effects.
research Infertility: Evaluation and Initial Management
Healthcare providers should start with simple fertility tests and treatments before referring patients to specialists.
research Unequal Protection Under the Law: Why FDA Should Use Negotiated Rulemaking to Reform the Regulation of Generic Drugs
The FDA should use negotiated rulemaking to improve generic drug safety regulations.
research Putting it all together: How do primary care physicians interpret and use the results of prevention trials?
Primary care doctors rarely use cancer prevention drugs due to concerns about side effects, costs, and effectiveness.
research (163) Cutting Costs, Not Care: New Models for Affordable Men’s Health Medications
Using Mark Cuban Cost Plus Drug Company can save money on men's health medications compared to Medicare.
research Drug Repurposing for Rare Diseases
Drug repurposing offers a faster, cheaper way to find treatments for rare diseases.
research Using 5 alpha reductase inhibitors safely: What primary care physicians need to know
5 alpha reductase inhibitors can cause sexual, cognitive, and muscle side effects, and may slightly increase aggressive cancer risk.
research Generic competition and pharma patent strategies - a sequel
The article concludes that recent legal rulings have strengthened the protection of pharmaceutical patents against generic competition.
research Androgen Therapy in Women: A Reappraisal: An Endocrine Society Clinical Practice Guideline
The guidelines advise against using testosterone and DHEA in women for most conditions due to safety and effectiveness concerns, but suggest considering testosterone for postmenopausal women with low sexual desire.
research Obesity and the skin
Obesity is linked to various skin problems and may increase the risk of skin cancer.
research Persistent Sexual Side Effects of Finasteride: Could They Be Permanent?
Finasteride may cause long-lasting sexual side effects.
research Finasteride induced depression: a prospective study
Finasteride may cause slight depression and anxiety.
research Association of Suicidality and Depression With 5α-Reductase Inhibitors
Men over 66 taking medication for prostate enlargement have a higher risk of depression and self-harm, especially in the first 18 months of treatment.
research Adverse effects of common medications on male fertility
Some common medications can harm male fertility, but many effects can be reversed.
research Lithium therapy associated with hidradenitis suppurativa: Case report and a review of the dermatologic side effects of lithium
Lithium therapy may cause skin problems like hidradenitis suppurativa and other side effects, which can improve after stopping the medication.
research Prostate cancer incidence among finasteride and alpha-blocker users in the Finnish Prostate Cancer Screening Trial
Finasteride might lower the risk of low-grade prostate cancer but not high-grade cancer, while alpha-blockers might reduce high-grade cancer risk.
research Combined hormonal contraception and venous thromboembolism
Birth control pills increase the risk of blood clots, especially within the first year and with certain types.
research Drug repositioning: current approaches and their implications in the precision medicine era
Drug repositioning is becoming more targeted and efficient with new technologies, offering personalized treatment options and growing interest in the field.
research Cyclophosphamide: As bad as its reputation? Long-term single centre experience of cyclophosphamide side effects in the treatment of systemic autoimmune diseases
Cyclophosphamide has serious side effects, but long-term follow-up can help manage risks.