9 citations
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June 2020 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” Spironolactone is effective for acne, hidradenitis suppurativa, female hair loss, and hirsutism but is underused in dermatology.
15 citations
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September 2008 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” Roxithromycin, an antibiotic, can increase hair growth and might be used as a treatment for hair loss.
October 2011 in “Reactions Weekly” A man had a severe allergic reaction to sulfasalazine, with symptoms improving after treatment and follow-up.
2 citations
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June 2017 in “ScienceRise” A mask-cream with herbal extracts was successfully developed for treating hair loss.
2 citations
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March 2015 in “Toxicology and Environmental Health Sciences” Rice bran extract caused moderate skin irritation but no eye irritation, while a diluted essence was not irritating to skin and only slightly to guinea pigs.
16 citations
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January 2007 in “JEADV. Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology/Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” A man had an allergic reaction to minoxidil, which stopped after he discontinued use and started corticosteroids.
115 citations
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April 2010 in “Archives of Dermatology” Surgical face-lifts are more effective, but fractional radiofrequency is a good, less invasive alternative for treating skin laxity.
1 citations
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July 2011 in “The Egyptian Journal of Anatomy” Both TCA and GA peels effectively improved skin thickness and collagen without significant differences.
6 citations
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December 2015 in “Journal of Dermatological Case Reports” Intradermal testing can better detect corticosteroid allergies than patch testing.
April 2025 in “Digital Commons - East Tennessee State University (East Tennessee State University)” Cromolyn sodium oleate gel is more effective and safer for treating atopic dermatitis than dexamethasone.
April 2024 in “International Journal Of Medical Science And Clinical Invention” Vitamin D cream significantly reduces acne in people with vitamin D deficiency.
1 citations
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May 2024 in “Cureus” Combining oral isotretinoin and rifampicin effectively treats folliculitis decalvans.
117 citations
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March 2013 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” No effective treatment for frontal fibrosing alopecia was found, but oral 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors had the best response; for lichen planopilaris, topical corticosteroids were commonly used but had a high relapse rate.
December 2023 in “Polish Journal of Chemical Technology” Ajuga reptans extracts can improve skin hydration, elasticity, and reduce wrinkles.
The rash worsened due to a fungal infection masked by corticosteroids.
14 citations
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September 2019 in “Eye” Some oral medications may help treat central serous chorioretinopathy, especially eplerenone, but more research is needed.
9 citations
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June 2021 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutics” Using polymeric micelles to deliver spironolactone topically could improve wound healing in skin affected by glucocorticoids.
15 citations
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September 2018 in “Dermatologic therapy” Both emollients effectively reduced itching and improved skin moisture in xerotic eczema.
13 citations
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July 2007 in “Pediatric dermatology” Vitamin D3 ointment improved skin bumps on the chin but didn't give lasting results after stopping use.
4 citations
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January 2019 in “Annals of Dermatology” RE-ORGA, a Korean herb extract, may help prevent hair loss.
3 citations
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December 2000 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” The study created a new method to test drugs that affect hormone processing in skin.
10 citations
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April 2020 in “Journal of Mind and Medical Sciences” Excimer laser therapy can be an alternative for treating superficial morphea when topical steroids don't work.
3 citations
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November 2005 in “Journal of Research in Medical Sciences” Finasteride cream didn't significantly reduce hair more than a placebo, but users felt it helped.
Spironolactone effectively treats hormonal acne, hair loss, and excess hair growth in women.
19 citations
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January 2012 in “Dermatology” Topical human epidermal growth factor may effectively treat acne caused by cancer medication.
Retinoids can cause skin issues and hair loss due to their effects on cell membranes.
1 citations
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April 2025 in “Skin Health and Disease” Combining delgocitinib ointment with excimer laser can effectively treat severe alopecia areata.
May 2014 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” A 70-year-old woman with a rare skin condition improved after treatment with topical steroids and acitretin.
6 citations
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April 2013 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Spironolactone might lower the chance of getting rosacea.
July 2023 in “AESTHETIC OROFACIAL SCIENCE” PDO threads improve skin firmness and elasticity with minimal recovery time.