10 Questions
What effect does vasoconstriction have on the amount of drug available for the hair follicle?
Reduces the amount of drug available
Why is continuous infusion of a drug practically ineffective over a long period?
It reduces the amount of drug available for the hair follicle
What is a common side effect of using Cyclosporine A in alopecia treatment?
Excessive hair growth
What nail changes are commonly observed in patients receiving chemotherapy for more than 6 months?
Horizontal lines ('Beau's lines')
Which drug fails to induce significant regrowth of hair in permanent alopecia caused by busulfan and cyclophosphamide?
Minoxidil
What is a notable effect of using Minoxidil in hair follicles?
Prolongs duration of anagen phase
In which condition is scalp metastasis a potential risk due to vasoconstriction?
Hematological malignancies
Which nail change is associated with Paclitaxel and Docetaxel chemotherapy?
'Brown or blue lines'
What is induced by Cyclosporine A that leads to promotion of hair growth?
Catagen phase inhibition and anagen induction
What causes 'horizontal depression of the nail plate'?
Reduced activity in the nail matrix
Learn about the pharmacological treatment Minoxidil, a vasodilator that prolongs the anagen phase of hair growth. Understand its effectiveness in preventing hair loss and its contraindications in certain medical conditions.
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