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research Comparison of flutamide and spironolactone in the treatment of hirsutism: a randomized controlled trial
Flutamide is more effective and has fewer side effects than spironolactone for treating hirsutism.
research Journal Watch
A test for nail fungus was most accurate with PAS stain, low-dose spironolactone helped two-thirds of acne patients, metformin reduced symptoms of HIV-related fat distribution changes with some side effects, and skin examination with dermoscopy was better at detecting abnormal moles, while temporary tattoos can cause skin reactions.
research Topical cetirizine for the management of androgenic alopecia: Results of a pilot study
Topical cetirizine may help increase hair length in male pattern baldness and could be an alternative to minoxidil with fewer side effects.
research A Comparative Study of Diane‐35 plus Spironolactone and Diane ‐35 Plus Finasteride in Cases of Hirsutism and Acne
Both Diane 35 combinations effectively and safely reduce hirsutism and acne, with potential for better results if treatment extends beyond 12 months.
research A randomized, blinded, three-arm, multicenter trial comparing the efficacy and safety of fluconazole given once daily for 3 or 6 weeks with griseofulvin given once daily for 6 weeks in pediatric patients with tinea capitis
The two lotions used day and night may be a good alternative to minoxidil for hair loss treatment with better cosmetic effects and tolerance.
research Finasteride
research Tratamientos fitoterapeúticos para la hipertrofia benigna de próstata: serenoa repens
Serenoa repens may help with prostate issues, but more research is needed to confirm its effectiveness.
research Lichen planopilaris treated by the peroxisome proliferator activated receptor-γ agonist pioglitazone: Lack of lasting improvement or cure in the majority of patients
Pioglitazone usually doesn't effectively treat or cure lichen planopilaris.
research Synthesis of phenanthridin-3-one derivatives: Non-steroidal inhibitors of steroid 5-α-reductase
New chemicals were made that can block an enzyme linked to hair loss, prostate growth, and acne.
research Synthetic Approaches for Pharmacologically Active Decorated Six-Membered Diazines
The document concludes that specific methods for making diazine-based drugs can lead to high yields and are important for creating effective treatments for various diseases.
research Safety, tolerability, and pharmacokinetics of CG2001 in Chinese adult male subjects with androgenetic alopecia: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, single- and multi-doses, phase 1 clinical study
CG2001 is safe, well-tolerated, and a promising treatment for hair loss with fewer side effects.
research Untargeted metabolomics and steroid signatures in urine of male pattern baldness patients after finasteride treatment for a year
Finasteride treatment changes certain urine metabolites in male pattern baldness patients.
research A prospective, randomized trial comparing flutamide (250 mg/d) and finasteride (5 mg/d) in the treatment of hirsutism
Flutamide reduces hair growth better but has more side effects.
research Clinical Effectiveness of Two Old Immunosuppressant Drugs, Methotrexate and Azathioprine, in the Treatment of Lichen Planopilaris: A Randomized Clinical Trial
Methotrexate and azathioprine are equally effective and well-tolerated for treating lichen planopilaris.
research MINOXIDIL FOR MALE-PATTERN BALDNESS
research High‐dose mizoribine treatment for adolescents with systemic lupus erythematosus
High-dose mizoribine effectively controls symptoms in adolescents with lupus while reducing steroid use, with manageable side effects.
research Synthesis and biological evaluation of novel unsaturated carboxysteroids as human 5α-reductase inhibitors: A legitimate approach
New steroid compounds effectively inhibit 5α-reductase and may treat hair loss.
research Spironolactone versus Bicalutamide in female pattern hair loss: A randomised clinical trial
Bicalutamide improved hair growth more than spironolactone in women with hair loss.
research 5α-Reductase inhibitors, antiviral and anti-tumor activities of some steroidal cyanopyridinone derivatives
Some newly made compounds are promising for treating enlarged prostate, hair loss, viruses, and prostate cancer, and might be better than current drugs.
research HAIR GROWTH PROMOTING ACTIVITY OF LANGIR BARK (Albizia saponaria LOUR.) ETHANOL EXTRACT: In-vivoASSAY
Albizia saponaria bark ethanol extract, particularly at 15%, promotes hair growth in rabbits.
research CLINICAL UPDATES IN HAIR
Most treatments for hair loss in 1997 were not effective for most people, and maintaining hair growth was difficult.
research Twice weekly 5 mg betamethasone oral pulse therapy in the treatment of alopecia areata
Twice-weekly 5 mg betamethasone helps hair regrowth in alopecia areata.
research Development of a Spectrophotometric Method to determination Minoxidil by Diazotization-Coupling reaction with Sulfanilic acid
A new method accurately measures minoxidil in tablets.
research A randomized placebo-controlled study on the effects of pioglitazone on cortisol metabolism in polycystic ovary syndrome
Pioglitazone improved insulin sensitivity and altered cortisol metabolism in PCOS patients.
research Inhibition of skin 5α-reductase by oral contraceptive progestinsin vitro
Norgestimate is the most effective birth control progestin for reducing an enzyme linked to acne and excessive hair growth in women.
research Treatment of Steroid-Resistant Beard-Restricted Alopecia Areata with Baricitinib
Baricitinib helped treat a man's beard hair loss when steroids didn't work.
research Australian dermatologists' prescribing behaviours for female androgenetic alopecia
Australian dermatologists often prescribe spironolactone and minoxidil for female hair loss.
research Unsuccessful Treatment of Alopecia Areata with Simvastatin/Ezetimibe: Experience in 12 Patients
Simvastatin/ezetimibe did not effectively treat severe alopecia areata and caused side effects in some patients.
research Effect of sterol biosynthesis inhibitors and azole-type inducers on growth and development of Plasmopara viticola on grapevine
Inhibiting plant sterols reduces grapevine pathogen reproduction.