September 2021 in “Assay and drug development technologies” Drug repurposing shows promise for treating many medical conditions.
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November 2020 in “Annals of Oncology” Early intervention and tailored management can reduce skin side effects from cancer treatments.
January 2022 in “Elsevier eBooks” Nanospanlastics are effective in targeted drug delivery for chronic diseases, improving skin conditions, treating hair loss, and increasing drug absorption.
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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.
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March 1995 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Some drugs can cause hair loss, and stopping these drugs often leads to hair regrowth.
Some TikTok hair loss remedies like rosemary oil, onion juice, and garlic gel show promise, but more research is needed and they might delay proper treatment.
January 2016 in “Journal of The Korean Medical Association” The document says how to diagnose and treat hair loss from alopecia areata, but there's no cure and treatments vary.
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April 2017 in “Asian Journal of Psychiatry” Valproic acid can cause hair loss when taken orally but may promote hair growth when applied topically.
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May 1991 in “Psychosomatics” Some psychiatric medications can cause reversible hair loss.
June 2023 in “SDÜ Tıp Fakültesi Dergisi” Rutin may protect against stomach damage caused by sodium valproate.
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April 2013 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Valproic acid helped hair growth in alopecia patient; more research needed.
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April 2009 in “Expert Opinion on Pharmacotherapy” Some treatments work for common baldness, but there's less evidence for other hair loss types, and more research is needed.
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February 2014 in “British journal of dermatology/British journal of dermatology, Supplement” Intralesional triamcinolone acetonide can regrow hair in alopecia areata but often has temporary effects and side effects.
Some medications can cause hair loss, and it's important to track when the hair loss starts after taking a new medication.
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November 2024 in “JAAD reviews.” Certain drugs can change hair color, either lightening or darkening it.
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September 2012 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Some medications can cause hair loss, but stopping the drug usually leads to recovery within 3 months.
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July 1998 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Ruby laser pulses best destroy hair follicles during the growth phase and effectiveness varies with laser intensity; melanin is key for targeting, and timing treatments can improve results.
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October 2013 in “Psychosomatics” Psychotropic medications can cause skin reactions, including severe conditions like SJS and TEN, and it's important for psychiatrists to recognize and manage these side effects.
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October 1997 in “CNS Drugs” Psychotropic drugs can cause hair loss or excessive hair growth.
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July 2017 in “Elsevier eBooks” Skin reactions are a common reason for emergency visits due to drug allergies, with some severe cases needing intensive care.
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December 2020 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Certain drugs are effective for skin conditions like psoriasis, vitiligo, and hair loss.
November 2020 in “Elsevier eBooks” Antiandrogens and androgen inhibitors like spironolactone, finasteride, and dutasteride can treat hair loss and skin conditions, but they have risks and side effects, including potential harm to pregnant women and risks of cancer and heart issues. Herbal remedies also have antiandrogenic effects but lack safety validation.
February 2025 in “International Journal of Morphology” Vitamin E can reduce the negative effects of valproic acid on hair and skin development.
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January 2003 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” Mood stabilizers can cause serious skin reactions; careful monitoring and immediate treatment are crucial.
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March 2009 in “Journal of pain and symptom management” Gabapentin may cause hair loss in patients treated for neuropathic pain.
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June 2011 in “Expert Review of Dermatology” Skin reactions to drugs are common and can be deadly, usually requiring stopping the drug and may be better prevented with genetic testing in the future.
48 citations
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June 2013 in “Journal of Dermatological Science” Valproic acid may help hair grow and could be a safe treatment for hair loss.
29 citations
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November 2011 in “Cell stress & chaperones” Quercetin effectively treated and prevented hair loss in mice.
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November 2020 in “Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” Both concentrations of triamcinolone acetonide are effective for hair regrowth in patchy alopecia areata, but 5 mg/mL is recommended to reduce side effects.
January 2014 in “Side effects of drugs annual” Exposure to certain sex hormones can increase health risks, while some hormone therapies may offer benefits for specific conditions.