Filtered By:
Source: Journal of Drugs in Dermatology

This page shows you your search results in order of relevance. This is page number 12.

Order by Relevance | Date

Total 922 results found since Jan 2013.

Over-the-Counter Hair Loss Treatments: Help or Hype?
This study aims to provide an overview of popular over-the-counter hair loss products and to review the available evidence regarding their use. Methods: Top-selling hair loss products were identified using sales data from the online retailer Amazon.com. The active ingredients, consumer ratings, quantity, and price were collected for each product. A search of the literature was conducted for ingredients that frequently appeared on the top-seller list. Results: Forty-two of the top 50 products met inclusion criteria, including orals (21.4%), topicals (35.7%), or shampoos/conditioners (42.9%). Common active ingredients includ...
Source: Journal of Drugs in Dermatology - December 27, 2018 Category: Dermatology Tags: J Drugs Dermatol Source Type: research

Update in Herpes Zoster Prevention and the Role of Dermatologists
Authors: Feli KH, Ediale CE, McMichael AJ Abstract A recombinant vaccine (HZ/su) was approved in 2017 to prevent herpes zoster (HZ) infection and associated sequelae with greater efficacy and safety than its live precursor. Though dermatologists regularly encounter patients with HZ infection, recommendation of vaccination by dermatologists and other physicians has been minimal in past years. Overall patient awareness and utilization of the HZ vaccines has subsequently been low. While HZ/su touts several improvements over the live vaccine, dermatologists still face obstacles to vaccine recommendation and administrat...
Source: Journal of Drugs in Dermatology - January 27, 2019 Category: Dermatology Tags: J Drugs Dermatol Source Type: research

The Efficacy of Topical Minoxidil for Non-Scarring Alopecia: A Systematic Review
Conclusion: Topical minoxidil is efficacious for the treatment of hair loss due to male and female androgenic alopecia, alopecia areata, with case-by-case application for traction alopecia, hair transplantation, and congenital hair disorders. Combination therapies using minoxidil with systemic, topical, and injectable therapies demonstrate increased effectiveness over monotherapies. J Drugs Dermatol. 2019;18(2):155-160. PMID: 30794366 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: Journal of Drugs in Dermatology - February 23, 2019 Category: Dermatology Tags: J Drugs Dermatol Source Type: research

Update on the Treatment of Scars
Conclusion: Review of the literature revealed a myriad of options for the treatment of different scar types. Although there is not vast evidence in the literature in regard to combination treatments, these are becoming more popular, and it is the author’s opinion that combination treatments yield better overall results. J Drugs Dermatol. 2019;18(6):550-555. PMID: 31251547 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: Journal of Drugs in Dermatology - June 30, 2019 Category: Dermatology Tags: J Drugs Dermatol Source Type: research

Myths and Knowledge Gaps in the Aesthetic Treatment of Patients With Skin of Color
Conclusions: Knowledge gaps and myths concerning facial aesthetic treatment in individuals with SOC exist. These patients may undergo various facial aesthetic procedures safely and effectively, as long as nuances in treatment approaches are recognized. J Drugs Dermatol. 2019;18(7):616-622. PMID: 31329382 [PubMed - in process]
Source: Journal of Drugs in Dermatology - July 24, 2019 Category: Dermatology Tags: J Drugs Dermatol Source Type: research

Thread Lifts: A Critical Analysis of Treatment Modalities.
Conclusion: Comparatively high quality long-term multicentre standardized studies are required to help aesthetic doctors to choose the appropriate thread type based on optimum aesthetic outcomes. J Drugs Dermatol. 2020;19(4):413-417. doi:10.36849/JDD.2020.3646. PMID: 32272519 [PubMed - in process]
Source: Journal of Drugs in Dermatology - April 12, 2020 Category: Dermatology Tags: J Drugs Dermatol Source Type: research

Nail Surgery Myths and Truths.
DISCUSSION: Randomized controlled trials for nail surgery are lacking. Data from similar fields may guide dermatologists in performing nail surgery. J Drugs Dermatol. 2020;19(3): 230-234 doi:10.36849/JDD.2020.4861. PMID: 32550691 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: Journal of Drugs in Dermatology - June 19, 2020 Category: Dermatology Tags: J Drugs Dermatol Source Type: research

A Review of Vitamin D and Scarring: The Potential for New Therapeutics.
Conclusions: Scars are challenging to treat, and patients are increasingly interested in non-invasive treatment options. Although few human clinical studies have been reported, vitamin D may be beneficial as an adjunct therapy to current treatment options. J Drugs Dermatol. 2020;19(7): doi:10.36849/JDD.2020.4986. PMID: 32721140 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: Journal of Drugs in Dermatology - July 29, 2020 Category: Dermatology Tags: J Drugs Dermatol Source Type: research

The Use of Botanical Extracts in East Asia for Treatment of Hyperpigmentation: An Evidenced-Based Review.
Authors: Hu S, Wolfe S, Laughter MR, Sadeghpour M Abstract Recent years have seen a growth in the Asian cosmeceutical industry and an expanding worldwide marketplace with increasing consumer use of plant-based skin care products. The rising prevalence of Asian cosmeceuticals has led to research studies assessing the safety and efficacy of these products. We seek to review current evidence on safety and efficacy of key ingredients used in Asian cosmeceuticals to treat disorders of hyperpigmentation. A comprehensive search on PubMed was conducted to identify hyperpigmentation-related research studies on eight popular...
Source: Journal of Drugs in Dermatology - July 31, 2020 Category: Dermatology Tags: J Drugs Dermatol Source Type: research

Oral Metformin for Treating Dermatological Diseases: A Systematic Review.
Conclusion: Metformin is safe and efficacious and may be considered as an adjunctive therapy for the treatment of psoriasis and hidradenitis suppurativa in addition to first line therapies as well as PCOS related acne, acanthosis nigricans, and hirsutism. J Drugs Dermatol. 2020;19(8): doi:10.36849/JDD.2020.4874. PMID: 32845585 [PubMed - in process]
Source: Journal of Drugs in Dermatology - August 28, 2020 Category: Dermatology Tags: J Drugs Dermatol Source Type: research

ARTICLE: Oral Tetracyclines and Acne: A Systematic Review for Dermatologists.
Authors: Armstrong AW, Hekmatjah J, Kircik LH Abstract Oral tetracyclines are the most widely prescribed systemic antibiotic for acne. Synthesis of efficacy and safety of traditional and novel oral tetracyclines is highly informative to clinical practice. We conducted a systematic search of PubMed to identify large interventional and observational studies utilizing oral tetracyclines as an acne treatment. We identified 13 articles meeting inclusion for this review, which represented 226,019 pediatric and adult acne patients. Oral tetracyclines that were included in this systematic review were sarecycline (a novel n...
Source: Journal of Drugs in Dermatology - November 19, 2020 Category: Dermatology Tags: J Drugs Dermatol Source Type: research

Revisiting Handwashing - As It Is Absolutely Essential.
Authors: Litchman GL, Marson JW, Bhatia N, Berman B Abstract As the coronavirus pandemic continues into the second half of 2020, states across the US remain steadfast in their search to determine the safest methods of returning to normalcy. Without a readily available, effective COVID-19 vaccine, and as the numbers of infected individuals continues to climb, the best practices to ensure public safety are rooted in good personal hygiene and prevention of transmission of the novel coronavirus SARS-CoV-2. To that end, in addition to properly wearing adequate facial covering, individuals should properly wash their hand...
Source: Journal of Drugs in Dermatology - November 19, 2020 Category: Dermatology Tags: J Drugs Dermatol Source Type: research

Grover Disease Associated With Chemotherapy: Review of Potential Pathophysiology, Current Treatments, and Future Directions.
CONCLUSIONS: Chemotherapy-associated Grover disease is an uncommon complication of cancer treatment. While most cases of chemotherapy-associated Grover disease can be treated with topical steroids and topical emollients, certain cases require a more specialized approach. This could include adjuvant adjuvant therapies, or novel treatments that are directly related to the mechanism of action of the chemotherapy involved. J Drugs Dermatol. 2020;19(11):1056-1064. doi:10.36849/JDD.2020.5648. PMID: 33196735 [PubMed - in process]
Source: Journal of Drugs in Dermatology - November 19, 2020 Category: Dermatology Tags: J Drugs Dermatol Source Type: research

Needle Manufacturing, Quality Control, and Optimization for Patient Comfort.
CONCLUSION: There is extensive consideration that goes into needle manufacturing, quality control, and optimization for hyaluronic acid filler. Understanding the technical process helps inform the clinician and guide patient care for maximum comfort. J Drugs Dermatol. 2021;20(1):44-48. doi:10.36849/JDD.2021.5591. PMID: 33400423 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: Journal of Drugs in Dermatology - January 7, 2021 Category: Dermatology Tags: J Drugs Dermatol Source Type: research

A Systematic Review on the Treatment of Dermatosis Papulosa Nigra
J Drugs Dermatol. 2021 Apr 1;20(4):467-472. doi: 10.36849/JDD.2021.5555.ABSTRACTDermatosis papulosa nigra (DPN) is a benign skin condition that is primarily reported in skin of color patients. While prevalent, treatment options are limited and the benign course of DPNs may cause them to be overlooked by clinicians. However, large and multiple lesions in cosmetically sensitive areas may be emotionally and socially distressful to patients. There are few literature reviews examining treatment options for this condition. A literature search was performed using PubMed, Medline, Embase, and Web of Science databases. 67 articles ...
Source: Journal of Drugs in Dermatology - April 14, 2021 Category: Dermatology Authors: Jalal Maghfour Temitayo Ogunleye Source Type: research