July 2013 in “Our Dermatology Online” Minoxidil 2% is more effective than tacrolimus 0.1% for hair regrowth in mild to moderate patchy hair loss, and combining both might give better results.
July 2025 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Leflunomide may reduce the risk of alopecia areata, while methotrexate, cyclosporine, and rituximab may increase it.
June 2019 in “Poster presentations” Low dose methotrexate does not increase hair fall and may reduce it.
March 2016 in “Reactions Weekly” A woman experienced hair loss, nail changes, bone marrow suppression, and low blood protein after taking azathioprine.
Mesotherapy is more effective and preferred for female hair loss than topical minoxidil.
18 citations
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May 1988 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Itraconazole helps improve tough skin infections but may not prevent them from coming back.
August 2023 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” Mesotherapy might improve hair growth, but more research is needed to confirm its safety and effectiveness.
6 citations
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January 2013 in “Experimental dermatology” Bimatoprost increases hair growth in mice without breaking down into other substances.
5 citations
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June 2019 in “JAAD Case Reports” Imiquimod used intravaginally for cervical issues can cause temporary hair loss, especially if severe side effects occur.
2 citations
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August 2022 in “Frontiers in Immunology” Microneedling with betamethasone led to almost complete hair regrowth in severe alopecia areata.
January 2000 in “Linchuang pifuke zazhi” The man had pretibial myxedema and hyperthyroidism, causing skin changes and thyroid issues.
August 2025 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” Combining minoxidil with phototherapy improves vitiligo treatment better than phototherapy alone.
18 citations
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January 1990 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Lower doses of dexamethasone can safely reduce high DHEAS levels in women with androgenic disorders.
December 2017 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” Scalp cooling reduces chemotherapy-induced hair loss without increasing risk of skin metastases.
3 citations
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October 2024 in “Veterinary Medicine and Science” Topical moxidectin effectively treats mange in wombats.
July 2025 in “Pakistan Journal of Intensive Care Medicine” Clobetasol propionate 0.05% ointment is more effective than tacrolimus 0.1% ointment for treating alopecia areata.
4 citations
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December 2013 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology Symposium Proceedings”
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July 2010 in “Expert Opinion on Drug Delivery” The document concludes that there is no agreed-upon best method for measuring drug delivery within hair follicles and more research is needed to validate current techniques.
July 2025 in “Pharmaceuticals” Phenobarbital-loaded chitosan nanoparticles are promising for preventing hair loss from chemotherapy.
25 citations
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December 2017 in “Facial Plastic Surgery” Combination therapy with steroids and pimecrolimus improved or stabilized hair loss in most patients with Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia, who also had a high rate of hypothyroidism.
9 citations
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November 1980 in “Geburtshilfe und Frauenheilkunde” Fenoterol treatment causes increased hair growth due to higher metabolism in hair follicles, not hormones.
January 2003 in “Journal of Practical Aesthetic and Plastic Surgery” Both steroid treatments effectively regrow hair in severe alopecia areata.
September 2025 in “Tạp chí Da liễu học Việt Nam” 2.5 mg/mL TAC is as effective and safe as 5 mg/mL, but 5 mg/mL may improve hair regrowth and density more.
Topical corticosteroid treatment showed no significant difference from placebo in treating alopecia areata in children.
Topical corticosteroids are effective for skin conditions but can have side effects.
Topical minoxidil often causes side effects like scalp irritation, but most users continue treatment.
26 citations
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December 2006 in “Endocrinology” A cream with a specific hormone blocker increases hair growth in mice.
January 2011 in “Archivio Istituzionale della Ricerca (Universita Degli Studi Di Milano)” New molecules can prevent cell death in hair follicles.
December 2024 in “Egyptian Poultry Science” Ivermectin 0.1% is the best and safest topical treatment for rabbit mange.