December 2019 in “International journal of engineering applied science and technology” Tridax procumbens, a weed, has various medicinal properties including wound healing and antibacterial effects.
January 2025 in “Drug repurposing” New drug uses show promise but need more research.
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January 2017 in “Chemical & Pharmaceutical Bulletin” Certain compounds, especially those with a propionic substituent, could potentially be new treatments for hair loss and similar disorders.
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January 2020 in “Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine” Hataedock treatment improved skin health and reduced atopic dermatitis symptoms by enhancing the skin barrier and reducing inflammation.
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November 2015 in “Frontiers in Genetics” Nitroxide drugs can safely and effectively treat age-related diseases like macular degeneration and cardiovascular issues.
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November 2004 in “Bioorganic & Medicinal Chemistry Letters” New compounds were made that effectively block enzymes related to prostate issues and hair loss.
July 2026 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” 141 citations
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February 2005 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Oral prednisolone helps hair regrowth in alopecia areata.
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January 2009 in “Journal of Young Pharmacists” Alcoholic extract of Eclipta alba may help treat allergies and is safe at high doses.
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January 2000 in “PubMed” The treatment slightly increased hair growth and was safe for most women.
January 2022 in “Drugs of Today” 27 citations
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January 2016 in “Cellular Physiology and Biochemistry” Bidens pilosa L. extract effectively treats androgen deficiency dry eye in rats.
April 2026 in “Future Medicinal Chemistry” PROTACs have become a breakthrough in medicine by effectively targeting and degrading specific proteins to treat diseases.
April 2024 in “Journal of Pakistan Association of Dermatologists” Adding procapil to minoxidil is more effective for hair loss than using minoxidil alone.
January 2019 in “Egyptian Journal of Dermatology and Venereology /Egyptian Journal of Dermatology and Venerology” Mixing calcipotriol with a steroid is almost as effective as using a steroid alone for alopecia areata and has fewer side effects.
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June 2014 in “Behavioural Brain Research” Neurosteroids may help metyrapone reduce cocaine addiction.
July 2024 in “Reactions Weekly”
August 1994 in “Molecular Endocrinology” Changing protein kinase levels in pituitary cells affects calcium flow and beta-endorphin release.
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December 1982 in “PubMed” Sodium valproate effectively reduces seizures in children with epilepsy, especially in primary generalized cases.
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November 2012 in “Biomolecules & therapeutics” A compound from brown algae boosts the production of a certain inflammatory substance in skin cells.
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March 1973 in “PubMed” Minoxidil is a new drug that lowers blood pressure.
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January 2003 in “Synthetic Communications” Scientists made two new chemicals that might help treat diseases caused by male hormones.
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February 2013 in “BMJ Case Reports” Stopping finasteride improved seizure control, suggesting neurosteroids affect seizures and treatment.
September 2023 in “Biology of reproduction” New testosterone analogs show promise for male contraception with better activity and potentially fewer side effects.
January 2011 in “Zhongguo xin yao zazhi” A new, safer method to make finasteride from progesterone is effective for industrial use.
May 2025 in “Texas Digital Library (University of Texas)” Extracellular ATP promotes growth, while adenosine inhibits it in Arabidopsis plants.
November 2015 in “Clin-Alert” Some medications and supplements can cause serious side effects, including hair loss, heart rhythm problems, liver injury, and other health issues.
July 2026 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Tanshinone Capsule may help regrow hair by boosting specific cell signals.
October 2019 in “European heart journal” Androgen-deprivation therapies increase the risk of certain heart conditions, but testosterone treatment may help.
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June 2014 in “Vìsnik farmacìï” A medicinal cosmetic product for treating Androgenetic Alopecia was developed using plant-based substances, Saw palmetto and Japanese Sophora, with pumpkin seed oil and stabilizers like Carbopol, sodium alginate, xanthan gum, Tween-20 and cetyl alcohol.