7 citations
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July 2019 in “International journal of research in dermatology” Intralesional triamcinolone acetonide is more effective than platelet-rich plasma for treating scalp alopecia areata.
28 citations
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December 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology Symposium Proceedings” Tofacitinib shows promise for treating severe hair loss in adults and teens, with many experiencing regrowth, but hair loss returns when treatment stops.
March 2025 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology Venereology and Leprology” Tofacitinib is effective for treating alopecia totalis and universalis, with some patients experiencing significant hair regrowth.
16 citations
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July 1989 in “British journal of dermatology/British journal of dermatology, Supplement” Topical cyclosporin A doesn't work for alopecia totalis because it doesn't penetrate the skin well.
49 citations
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August 2018 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Topical JAK inhibitors may help treat alopecia universalis by promoting hair regrowth.
14 citations
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November 2016 in “Annals of Internal Medicine” Tofacitinib, an arthritis drug, helped hair growth in alopecia universalis but long-term safety needs more research.
2 citations
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April 2019 in “Dermatologic Therapy” A patient with alopecia had hair regrowth with tofacitinib but developed a skin reaction, choosing to continue the treatment despite the side effect.
October 2025 in “Iraqi postgraduate medical journal” Combining laser treatment with steroid cream is more effective for alopecia areata than using the cream alone.
May 2023 in “International Journal of Trichology” Tofacitinib effectively treated severe hair loss in a patient who didn't respond to other treatments.
5 citations
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July 2024 in “Archives of Dermatological Research”
The rash worsened due to a fungal infection masked by corticosteroids.
April 2023 in “Iraqi postgraduate medical journal” Microneedling with clobetasol cream works better for hair regrowth in alopecia areata than clobetasol cream alone.
8 citations
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April 2006 in “Acta dermato-venereologica” Dovobet ointment used overnight effectively reduces scalp psoriasis severity and itch.
8 citations
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January 2017 in “Dermatology online journal” Tofacitinib helped psoriasis but not alopecia universalis, needing more research.
1 citations
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August 2024 in “Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy” Intralesional vitamin D3 is an effective and safe treatment for patchy alopecia areata with fewer side effects.
10 citations
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April 2020 in “Dermatology and therapy” Calcipotriol works almost as well as clobetasol for mild to moderate alopecia areata with fewer side effects.
2 citations
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November 2023 in “Acta dermato-venereologica” Tofacitinib is effective and safe for treating alopecia areata with a good drug survival rate.
December 2022 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” Tofacitinib effectively treated severe alopecia areata in a 14-year-old girl.
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July 2025 in “International Immunopharmacology”
April 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Triptolide effectively and safely reduces actinic keratosis lesions in mice.
22 citations
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March 1999 in “International Journal of Clinical Practice” Diphencyprone (DCP) is an effective treatment for severe alopecia areata and resistant warts, with some risks.
November 2023 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Tofacitinib is effective and has minor, reversible side effects for treating severe hair loss in Iran.
14 citations
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January 1991 in “PubMed” Oxiconazole nitrate cream is effective and well-tolerated for treating various fungal skin infections.
7 citations
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June 2010 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Tranilast successfully treated a man's skin sarcoidosis when other treatments failed.
A man regrew hair after using a specific cream for skin treatment.
3 citations
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April 2016 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Tofacitinib, a JAK inhibitor, improved hair regrowth in most patients with severe alopecia areata and had minimal side effects.
December 2024 in “PubMed” Cyclosporine effectively treated a woman's stubborn skin condition.
2 citations
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April 2024 in “Dermatology Practical & Conceptual” Tofacitinib and baricitinib are effective and safe for treating severe alopecia areata, especially in younger people.
January 2025 in “Journal of Crohn s and Colitis” Tofacitinib is effective and safe for elderly patients with ulcerative colitis.
A lotion with tretinoin, minoxidil, and betamethasone valerate helped treat a woman's skin infection.