March 2026 in “Frontiers in Bioscience-Elite” Duloxetine, escitalopram, and finasteride may be effective against bacteria and fungi.
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December 2008 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Escitalopram might effectively treat delusions of parasitosis and possibly Morgellons disease, with psychological factors being important to consider.
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September 2014 in “Pharmacotherapy” Hormone therapy can improve mental health and quality of life for people with gender dysphoria, but long-term effects need more research.
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April 2015 in “Psychology Research and Behavior Management” Cognitive-behavioral therapy is the best treatment for hair-pulling disorder, and combining it with other therapies could improve results.
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July 2004 in “Anesthesiology” The document concludes that more research is needed to understand how to treat muscle pain with drugs.
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January 2002 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” Some patients taking antipsychotic medications experience skin reactions, ranging from mild to severe.
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March 1994 in “Harvard Review of Psychiatry” Behavior therapy and medications, especially clomipramine, can help reduce hair pulling in people with trichotillomania.
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March 2004 in “Reviews in Gynaecological Practice” Hormonal changes and psychological issues can cause sexual dysfunction in postmenopausal women. Behavioral therapy is recommended first, with hormone replacement helping some symptoms but not libido. Testosterone can improve libido, but its effects on overall sexual function are unclear. Emotional and relationship issues should be addressed before using medication, and the benefits and risks of testosterone supplementation should be considered.
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February 2019 in “Der Urologe” Medications for benign prostatic syndrome can cause cognitive issues and depression.
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October 2016 in “European Neuropsychopharmacology”
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December 2014 Some drugs have gained approval for new uses, while others like tricyclic antidepressants and aspirin show promise but aren't yet approved for these uses.
January 2024 in “Arquivos de Neuro-Psiquiatria” Both new medications and non-drug treatments can effectively manage migraines with fewer side effects.
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December 2019 in “Neurobiology of Stress” Neuroactive steroids show promise for treating mental and neurological disorders by targeting GABA_A receptors.
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May 2017 in “Current Opinion in Pediatrics” Hormonal therapies are safe and effective for treating acne in female adolescents, with specific treatments for those with endocrine disorders.
September 2006 in “Aktuelle Urologie” Combination drug therapies are more effective for high-risk BPS patients but have more side effects and costs.
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October 2010 in “Pediatrics in review” Some alternative therapies might help treat eating disorders when combined with standard care, but more research is needed to confirm their safety and effectiveness.
October 2008 in “Clin-alert” Certain medications can reduce mortality risk in COPD patients, but others can increase risks of cardiovascular issues, postoperative delirium, and other adverse effects.
November 2010 in “Clin-Alert” Monitoring for adverse effects in clinical treatments is crucial.
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January 2017 in “Acta dermato-venereologica” Antidepressants might help with skin inflammation and improve conditions like psoriasis and eczema.
November 1999 in “Australian Psychologist” The reviews highlighted practical advice and insights from various psychology and therapy books.
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January 2014 in “Digital Commons@Becker (Washington University School of Medicine)” FDA-approved medications are important for treating high blood pressure in children, but non-approved ones can be used if needed.
January 2007 in “UNIFESP Institutional Repository (Universidade Federal de São Paulo)” Addressing anxiety and mood disorders is crucial to reduce medication overuse in chronic migraine patients.
February 2023 in “European Journal of Medical Research” Certain existing drugs, like glycopyrronium and botulinum toxin type A, may help treat excessive sweating.
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April 1987 in “American Journal of Nursing” Some drugs can cause serious side effects, like hypoglycemia from mix-ups, skin reactions, or depression, and while penicillamine may help rheumatoid arthritis more than auranofin, it has more severe side effects.
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February 2011 in “Headache The Journal of Head and Face Pain” Sumatriptan injections, high-flow oxygen, and verapamil effectively treat cluster headaches.
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November 2018 in “Therapeutic Delivery” New partnerships, clinical trials, and drug approvals marked progress in therapeutic delivery in July 2018.
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October 2016 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Hormonal treatments can improve acne, but they come with potential side effects and risks.
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December 2007 in “American Journal of Psychiatry” Finasteride may effectively reduce Tourette's syndrome symptoms and improve life quality.
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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 2005 in “Postgraduate obstetrics & gynecology” Certain medications can help treat PCOS symptoms, but they aren't FDA-approved for this use.