33 citations
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February 1990 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Topical cyclosporine led to significant hair growth in some men with male pattern baldness.
28 citations
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May 1994 in “The Journal of Urology” Topical minoxidil not effective for erectile dysfunction treatment.
7 citations
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April 2021 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Topical tofacitinib may effectively and safely regrow facial hair in some people with alopecia areata.
7 citations
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November 1987 in “Pharmacotherapy: The Journal of Human Pharmacology and Drug Therapy” Minoxidil can help thicken hair in some people with male pattern baldness, especially if used early and continuously.
November 2025 in “Journal of Family Medicine and Primary Care” Low-dose minoxidil effectively enhances facial hair with minimal side effects.
January 2024 in “International Journal of Dermatology Research” Minoxidil alone is as effective as the combination but has fewer side effects.
39 citations
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January 2017 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Topical calcipotriol may help treat alopecia areata, especially in those with low vitamin D.
21 citations
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January 2005 in “Pediatric Dermatology” An 8-year-old girl with vitiligo developed extra hair growth on her knee after using tacrolimus ointment.
14 citations
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March 2018 in “Current Drug Delivery” Topical finasteride can effectively treat male pattern baldness with fewer side effects than oral use.
7 citations
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March 2023 in “European Journal of Dermatology” Using Selenium Disulfide shampoo weekly helps prevent scalp dermatitis flare-ups.
7 citations
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April 2009 in “Bioorganic & Medicinal Chemistry Letters” Diphenyl ethers can potentially reduce excess oil production when applied on the skin, helping treat conditions like acne.
3 citations
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January 1987 in “Archives of Dermatology” Most dermatologists prescribed topical minoxidil for hair loss, with few reporting complications.
2 citations
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February 2016 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Bimatoprost solution 0.03% is effective for treating sparse eyelashes.
2 citations
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March 2004 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Minoxidil 5% solution quickly improves hair growth and density with minimal side effects.
1 citations
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October 2021 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” The document concludes that treatments for hair loss in transgender and gender-diverse individuals include topical solutions, oral medications, laser therapy, and hair restoration procedures, with progress assessed after 6-12 months.
1 citations
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May 2017 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” The moisturizer with phytol improved skin texture and reduced fine wrinkles better than the moisturizer without it.
March 2026 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Topical finasteride effectively and safely improves hair growth in men with androgenetic alopecia.
Low-dose oral and topical minoxidil are recommended for managing hair loss in transplant patients, with specific doses and precautions.
Low-dose oral and topical minoxidil are recommended for managing hair loss in transplant patients, with specific doses and precautions.
February 2026 in “Expert Opinion on Pharmacotherapy” Low-dose oral and topical minoxidil are recommended for managing hair loss in transplant patients, with specific dosing and timing guidelines.
January 2026 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Topical 4-aminopyridine 5% does not improve hair growth in male pattern baldness.
December 2025 in “JMIR Dermatology” Topical finasteride is well-tolerated and satisfies most users with minimal side effects.
September 2025 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” The gel shows strong potential for effectively treating pressure ulcers.
Most patients were satisfied with topical finasteride, and few experienced side effects.
August 2025 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” The reported treatment depths were likely incorrect and could risk patient safety.
August 2025 in “Skin Appendage Disorders” TCM is an effective and safe treatment for primary cicatricial alopecias.
July 2025 in “The Journal of Dermatology” 5% topical minoxidil may help reduce hair loss and increase hair growth in telogen effluvium.
January 2025 in “International Journal of Trichology” Topical alternatives like Redensyl, Procapil, onion juice, and rosemary oil may help with hair loss and have fewer side effects.
August 2024 in “Pakistan Journal of Health Sciences” PRP with finasteride is better for hair regrowth than minoxidil with finasteride.
March 2020 in “Faculty Opinions – Post-Publication Peer Review of the Biomedical Literature” Combining nonablative fractional laser with minoxidil was effective for alopecia areata with only one patient relapsing after a year.