research Use of cyproterone acetate (CPA) in the treatment of acne, hirsutism and virilism
Cyproterone acetate is effective for acne but less so for hirsutism and alopecia, with some side effects and quick menstrual cycle recovery after treatment.
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540-570 / 1000+ results research NEW ENGLAND DERMATOLOGICAL SOCIETY
The woman's widespread skin condition did not improve despite various treatments.
research Methimazole, Carbimazole, and Congenital Skin Defects
Methimazole may cause skin defects in babies if taken during pregnancy.
research Intralesional Pentoxifylline Injection Versus Triamcinolone Acetonide in Treating localized Alopecia Areata: A Comparative Study.
Pentoxifylline is a safe and effective alternative to triamcinolone acetonide for treating localized alopecia areata.
research 565 Cutaneous delivery of LEKTI via an engineered strain of staphylococcus epidermidis for the treatment of netherton syndrome
ATR12-351 ointment safely delivers LEKTI protein to the skin, reducing enzyme activity in Netherton syndrome.
research P075 A randomized controlled trial comparing the efficacy and safety of oral tofacitinib vs. methotrexate in moderate-to-severe alopecia areata
Tofacitinib was more effective than methotrexate for treating alopecia areata.
research Efficacy and safety evaluations of topical proretinal nanoparticles
Proretinal nanoparticles are a safe and effective way to deliver retinal to the skin.
research Clinical Snippets
Ferulic acid helps stabilize vitamins C and E for better skin protection from the sun, certain compounds may promote hair growth, atopic dermatitis patients have lower skin defense molecules, older men are more likely to get a type of skin cancer, and a substance called relaxin may prevent age-related skin thickening.
research Development and Evaluation of a Novel Delivery System Containing Phytophospholipid Complex for Skin Aging
The cream with orange peel and liquorice extracts may help reduce skin aging.
research The protoporphyrin IX dimethyl ester incorporated soy lecithin for photoinactivation of fluconazole-resistant Candida albicans
research Drugs in Dermatology Finasteride in androgenic alopecia
research Safety of Common Medications for Treating Dermatology Disorders in Pregnant Women
Some skin medications are safe for pregnant women, but others pose risks or should not be used.
research USE OF TOFACITINIB IN DIFFICULT TO TREAT CLINICALLY AMYOPATHIC DERMATOMYOSITIS
Tofacitinib may effectively treat skin symptoms in difficult cases of dermatomyositis.
research Combination of All-Trans Retinoic Acid Resumes the Sustained Response of TPO-RA in ITP
Combining ATRA with TPO-RA effectively stabilizes platelet counts in ITP patients.
research In vivo microautoradiography of [3H]1,24(OH)2D3 (tacalcitol) following topical application to normal rats and in vitro metabolism in human keratinocytes
Topical tacalcitol can treat psoriasis by acting directly on skin cells.
research A comparative study of therapeutic response to intralesional injections of platelet-rich plasma versus triamcinolone acetonide in alopecia areata
PRP works faster and is a safe alternative to steroids for treating alopecia areata.
research CHARACTERIZATION OF PHOTOSENSITIZING EFFECTS BY TOPICAL DELIVERY OF ALPHA-TERTHIENYL AND UVA
Topical alpha-terthienyl with UVA may safely treat psoriasis without cancer risk.
research Acitretin-induced alopecia areata: a case report
Acitretin can cause eyebrow and eyelash hair loss.
research Formulation, Development and Evaluation of Invasomes Loaded Clotrimazole Gel for Fungal Treatment
Invasomes loaded with clotrimazole gel could improve drug delivery through the skin for fungal treatment.
research The Effect of Different Concentrations of All-Trans Retinoic Acid on the Growth and Survival of Mouse Hair Follicle Stem Cells
High concentrations of retinoic acid kill hair follicle stem cells, while low concentrations may help treat skin diseases.
research (13) Tolerance of spironolactone
Most patients tolerated spironolactone for acne and hirsutism despite common side effects like menstrual changes and breast tenderness.
research Vitamin E TPGS based transferosomes augmented TAT as a promising delivery system for improved transdermal delivery of raloxifene
The new delivery system improved raloxifene's skin absorption and effectiveness against cancer cells.
research Efficacy of Intralesional Triamcinolone Acetonide Combined With Cryotherapy Compared to Intralesional Triamcinolone Acetonide Alone in Treating Limited Patchy Alopecia Areata of the Scalp and Face: A Prospective, Randomized, Within‐Subject Controlled Trial
Combining triamcinolone acetonide with cryotherapy may reduce scalp hair loss more than using triamcinolone alone.
research Treatment of Trichostasis Spinulosa in Skin Phototypes III, IV, and V With an 800-nm Pulsed Diode Laser
The 800-nm pulsed diode laser is a safe and effective long-term treatment for trichostasis spinulosa in dark-skinned individuals.
research Expression of retinoid-X receptors (-Æ,-a,-a) and retinoic acid receptors (-Æ,-a,-a) in normal human skin: an immunohistological evaluation
RXR and RAR proteins in skin may help with cell growth, hair growth, and gland function.
research Potency of a novel saw palmetto ethanol extract, SPET-085, for inhibition of 5α-reductase II
SPET-085 effectively inhibits an enzyme linked to prostate issues, similar to finasteride.
research Disseminated tinea incognito due to Trichophyton violaceum in a healthy child
A fungal infection was successfully treated with oral and topical antifungals after being misdiagnosed and worsened by corticosteroids.
research REVERSED SEQUENTIAL THERAPY OF HIRSUTISM USING CYPROTERONE ACETATE
Reversed sequential therapy with cyproterone acetate was effective for treating women with hirsutism and related conditions.
research Novel 5α-Reductase Inhibitors: Synthesis, Structure−Activity Studies, and Pharmacokinetic Profile of Phenoxybenzoylphenyl Acetic Acids
A brominated phenoxy compound effectively inhibits a human enzyme and shows potential for clinical use.
research Acitretin-Induced Repigmentation of Gray Hair: A Case Report
Acitretin treatment unexpectedly darkened a patient's gray hair.