September 2023 in “International Journal of Trichology” Tofacitinib helped a woman regrow hair with no major side effects.
5 citations
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January 2022 in “Dermatology Reports” Tofacitinib treatment for hair loss may worsen acne.
50 citations
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January 2016 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Pulse steroid therapy for alopecia areata shows a 43% complete response rate but has a high relapse rate, especially in children.
3 citations
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March 2020 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Tildrakizumab showed limited effectiveness in treating chronic alopecia areata in a small group of patients.
36 citations
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June 1990 in “Archives of Dermatology” Using minoxidil and anthralin together can improve hair regrowth in severe alopecia areata patients who didn't respond to individual treatments.
2 citations
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January 2012 in “Journal of Clinical & Experimental Dermatology Research” Fexofenadine reduces discomfort but doesn't significantly improve hair regrowth in Alopecia Areata treatment.
24 citations
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October 2018 in “JAAD Case Reports” A woman's eyelash regrowth was successful using tofacitinib solution for alopecia areata.
December 2025 in “Педиатрическая фармакология” Tofacitinib is more effective than traditional treatments for severe alopecia areata in children.
2 citations
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August 2023 in “Molecules” SH-340 may improve skin barrier and help treat atopic dermatitis.
65 citations
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December 2015 in “Experimental dermatology” Corticosteroid treatment reduces inflammation and alters hair keratins in alopecia areata.
3 citations
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November 2019 in “Journal of dermatology” Itraconazole effectively treated a woman's painful skin condition and hair loss.
38 citations
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June 2015 in “PubMed” Calcipotriol cream can effectively and safely treat mild-to-moderate patchy hair loss.
September 2024 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Ectoin helps prevent cortisone-induced skin problems and supports skin health.
February 2022 in “International Journal of Research in Dermatology” Tretinoin alone is more effective than combined with microdermabrasion for long-term alopecia areata treatment.
August 2025 in “Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” Phenol is effective for skin treatments but poses serious health risks and must be used cautiously by trained doctors.
27 citations
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January 2005 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” Azelaic acid and anthralin are similarly effective for treating patchy hair loss.
1 citations
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January 2022 in “Clinical Cases in Dermatology” A rare scalp condition was successfully treated with specific medications after 9 months.
1 citations
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May 2023 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Younger patients and those with more hair loss are less likely to benefit from oral steroid treatment for hair loss, and low vitamin D may predict relapse.
10 citations
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October 2019 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology” Secukinumab effectively treated a difficult case of folliculitis decalvans.
16 citations
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January 1995 in “Dermatology” The treatment for alopecia areata with diphenylcyclopropenone was unsuccessful.
May 2025 in “Russian Journal of Allergy” Combining antihistamines with topical treatment improves hair regrowth in alopecia areata.
October 2017 in “Our Dermatology Online” DCP in isopropanol is better tolerated for treating alopecia areata.
46 citations
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August 1990 in “The Journal of clinical endocrinology and metabolism/Journal of clinical endocrinology & metabolism” Ketoconazole reduced hair growth and improved acne in women, but caused side effects needing careful monitoring.
Cyproterone acetate is used for topical treatment of diseases dependent on male hormones.
22 citations
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January 2012 in “Mediators of inflammation” Nonantibiotic macrolides show promise for treating various inflammatory skin conditions.
36 citations
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May 2004 in “The journal of small animal practice/Journal of small animal practice” Combining cyclosporine A and ketoconazole can effectively treat anal furunculosis in dogs, with some experiencing recurrences and mild side effects.
2 citations
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February 2024 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal”
10 citations
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June 2018 in “Aaps Pharmscitech” The flutamide-loaded hydrogel is a promising, skin-friendly treatment for acne and hair loss, potentially requiring less frequent application.
September 2019 in “Ukrainian Journal of Dermatology Venerology Cosmetology” The combination treatment effectively and safely cured scalp microsporia in children faster and prevented recurrence.
1 citations
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August 2024 in “Skin Health and Disease” Topical immunotherapy with DPCP led to some hair regrowth in most pediatric alopecia areata patients, especially those with milder cases and longer treatment.