Topical bimatoprost for the treatment of eyebrow hypotrichosis.
Summary of "Topical bimatoprost for the treatment of eyebrow hypotrichosis."
Topical bimatoprost was FDA approved in December of 2008 for the treatment of eyelash hypotrichosis. Since its approval, some physicians have advocated the use of bimatoprost "off label" for hair growth in other areas, such as the scalp or eyebrows, but there has yet to be published scientific evidence to support this use. We report one of the first cases of significant eyebrow hair growth in a patient after use of topical bimatoprost for eyebrow hypotrichosis. J Drugs Dermatol. 2012;11(1):106-108.
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Name: Journal of drugs in dermatology : JDD
ISSN: 1545-9616
Pages: 106-8
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- PubMed Source: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/22206085
- DOI: http://dx.doi.org/
Medical and Biotech [MESH] Definitions
Monilethrix
Rare autosomal dominant disorder of the hair shaft. The clinical features of the disease include HYPOTRICHOSIS, dry, and/or brittle hair, with varying degrees of ALOPECIA. Mutations in the hair-specific keratin genes KRTHB1, KRTHB3, or KRTHB6 are associated with monilethrix. Autosomal recessive monilethrix with limited HYPOTRICHOSIS are also known. Mutations in Dsg4, Liph, and P2ry5 protein genes are associated with the recessive form of monilethrix.
Fluocinonide
A topical glucocorticoid used in the treatment of ECZEMA.
Isotretinoin
A topical dermatologic agent that is used in the treatment of ACNE VULGARIS and several other skin diseases. The drug has teratogenic and other adverse effects.
Fluorides, Topical
Fluorides, usually in pastes or gels, used for topical application to reduce the incidence of DENTAL CARIES.
Hypotrichosis
Presence of less than the normal amount of hair. (Dorland, 27th ed)
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