Found 31 articles for: "finasteride"
Impact of Laboratory Work Up and Supplementation on Alopecia Patients: A Single-Center Retrospective Chart Review
July 2021 | Volume 20 | Issue 7 | Editorials | 807 | Copyright © July 2021
Evaluation of alopecia often includes laboratory testing for ferritin, thyroid stimulating hormone, vitamin D, and zinc as previous studies have found associations between non-scarring alopecia and vi...
Read MoreAdding Combined Oral Contraceptives or Metformin to Laser Treatment in Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome Hirsute Patients
March 2021 | Volume 20 | Issue 3 | Original Article | 302 | Copyright © March 2021
Background: Hirsutism is estimated to affect 10% to 20% of females, provoking significant psychological damage and social embarrassment. Polycystic ovary syndrome is a major cause of ...
Read MoreA Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Study of a Nutraceutical Supplement for Promoting Hair Growth in Perimenopausal, Menopausal, and Postmenopausal Women With Thinning Hair
January 2021 | Volume 20 | Issue 1 | Original Article | 55 | Copyright © January 2021
Hair loss is a complex and multi-factorial problem that is associated with significant psychological morbidity in women....
Read MoreMetformin as Adjunctive Therapy for Pediatric Patients With Hidradenitis Suppurativa
December 2020 | Volume 19 | Issue 12 | Original Article | 1231 | Copyright © December 2020
Background: Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) is a chronic inflammatory disorder seen in adolescents and adults characterized by abscesses, sinus tracts and scarring, typically affecting ...
Read MoreOral Metformin for Treating Dermatological Diseases: A Systematic Review
August 2020 | Volume 19 | Issue 8 | Original Article | 713 | Copyright © August 2020
Introduction:Metformin is an antihyperglycemic medication most commonly used to treat Type II Diabetes Mellitus with promising off-label application for the treatment of hidradenit...
Read MoreThe Utility of Platelet-Rich Plasma for the Treatment of Alopecia
July 2020 | Volume 19 | Issue 7 | Original Article | 736 | Copyright © July 2020
Importance: Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) is a novel therapy for alopecia. Although the use of PRP remains under investigation, medical practitioners administer PRP for hair regrowth wit...
Read MoreCortexolone 17α-Propionate (Clascoterone) is an Androgen Receptor Antagonist in Dermal Papilla Cells In Vitro
February 2019 | Volume 18 | Issue 2 | Original Article | 197 | Copyright © February 2019
Cortexolone 17α-propionate (clascoterone) is a novel androgen antagonist that is currently being analyzed in a large phase 2 clinical trial for the topical treatment of androgenetic alopecia (AGA). W...
Read MoreThe Efficacy of Topical Minoxidil for Non-Scarring Alopecia: A Systematic Review
February 2019 | Volume 18 | Issue 2 | Original Article | 155 | Copyright © February 2019
Introduction: Topical minoxidil is the first-line therapy for treating both male and female androgenetic alopecia. Currently there are no comprehensive reviews on the clinical efficacy of minoxidil on...
Read MoreOver-the-Counter Hair Loss Treatments: Help or Hype?
December 2018 | Volume 17 | Issue 12 | Original Article | 1317 | Copyright © December 2018
INTRODUCTION: A limited number of treatments have been approved for androgenetic alopecia, however, myriad over-the-counter products for hair loss are available and readily purchased ...
Read MoreA Six-Month, Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Study Evaluating the Safety and Efficacy of a Nutraceutical Supplement for Promoting Hair Growth in Women With Self-Perceived Thinning Hair
May 2018 | Volume 17 | Issue 5 | Original Article | 558 | Copyright © May 2018
Hair loss is a complex problem that generates significant concern for those who are affected. Patients seeking medical t...
Read MoreA Systematic Review of Topical Finasteride in the Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia in Men and Women
April 2018 | Volume 17 | Issue 4 | Original Article | 457 | Copyright © April 2018
Introduction: Currently, only topical minoxidil (MNX) and oral finasteride (FNS) are approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the European Medicines Agency (EMA) for the treatment of and...
Read MoreA Novel Multi-Targeting Approach to Treating Hair Loss, Using Standardized Nutraceuticals
November 2017 | Volume 16 | Issue 11 | Supplement Individual Articles | 141 | Copyright © November 2017
Hair loss is a complicated problem that causes significant concern for those who are affected. Patients seeking medic...
Read MoreNew Insight Into the Pathophysiology of Hair Loss Trigger a Paradigm Shift in the Treatment Approach
November 2017 | Volume 16 | Issue 11 | Supplement Individual Articles | 135 | Copyright © November 2017
Hair loss affects millions of men and women of all ages and ethnicities, impacting appearance, social interactions, and psycho-emotional well-being. Although a number of options are available, they...
Read MoreEfficacy of Isotretinoin and Acitretin in Treatment of Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia: Retrospective Analysis of 54 Cases
October 2017 | Volume 16 | Issue 10 | Original Article | 988 | Copyright © October 2017
This study aimed to assess the efficacy of systemic retinoids in treating frontal fibrosing alopecia (FFA). It was based on a retrospective analysis of 54 female patients with FFA treated with: oral i...
Read MoreThe Safety and Efficacy of a Sustainable Marine Extract for the Treatment of Thinning Hair: A Summary of New Clinical Research and Results from a Panel Discussion on the Problem of Thinning Hair and Current Treatments
September 2015 | Volume 14 | Issue 9 | Supplement Individual Articles | 15 | Copyright © September 2015
Alopecia and thinning hair are highly prevalent conditions affecting a large proportion of men and women. Diffused hair loss is often more difficult to diagnose in women, mostly due to over-reliance o...
Read MoreEmerging Therapies for Androgenetic Alopecia
September 2015 | Volume 14 | Issue 9 | Original Article | 1036 | Copyright © September 2015
Androgenetic alopecia is the progressive miniaturization of the scalp’s terminal follicles in aging men. Over 40% of Caucasian men develop hair loss by the age of 40. Despite its prevalence, the...
Read MorePollution as a Risk Factor for the Development of Melasma and Other Skin Disorders of Facial Hyperpigmentation ‑ Is There a Case to Be Made?
April 2015 | Volume 14 | Issue 4 | Original Article | 337 | Copyright © April 2015
Worldwide air pollution is a major health concern. There is accumulating scientific evidence that air pollution plays an important role in extrinsic aging. This article invites the reader to consider ...
Read MorePrinciples and Approaches for Optimizing Therapy With Unique Topical Vehicles
December 2014 | Volume 13 | Issue 12 | Features | 1431 | Copyright © December 2014
The Biology, Structure, and Function of Eyebrow Hair
January 2014 | Volume 13 | Issue 1 | Supplement Individual Articles | 12 | Copyright © January 2014
Eyebrow hair serves many important biologic and aesthetic functions. This article reviews the structure and function of the hair follicle, as well as hair follicle morphogenesis and cycling. Eyebrow h...
Read MoreNews, Views, and Reviews. Cutaneous Hyperandrogenism: Role of AntiandrogenTherapy in Acne, Hirsutism, and Androgenetic Alopecia
November 2013 | Volume 12 | Issue 11 | Features | 1297 | Copyright © November 2013
