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Research Backed Dutasteride Simulator (Serum/scalp DHT included for all doses)
A Dutasteride Simulator predicts serum dutasteride, serum DHT, and scalp DHT levels using models from research papers. It simulates various dosing schedules to determine steady-state effects and visualizes outcomes, including hair growth-related scalp DHT suppression.
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Advice on Disposing or Donating Unused Minoxidil Tablets
General Unused Minoxidil tablets should be disposed of at a pharmacy with take-back services or according to packaging instructions. It's not recommended to give them to others due to legal and safety concerns. -
Counterfeit Kirkland minoxidil warning
Minoxidil Counterfeit Kirkland minoxidil is being sold online, leading to ineffective hair loss treatment. Users are advised to purchase from reputable sources like Costco to avoid fake products. -
Question about when to start Finastride? i am on Minoxidil (23M)
Finasteride A 23-year-old plans to use Minoxidil for 4 months, then add Finasteride to assess their effectiveness for hair loss. They will track progress with photos and consider switching treatments if results are unsatisfactory. -
IT ACTUALLY WORKED - 9 month Dut + Min update
Progress Pictures A user shared successful hair regrowth results after 9 months using 0.5mg Dutasteride and 2.5mg Minoxidil daily, with no side effects. The user chose Dutasteride over Finasteride for its potency and perceived lower side effects. -
1years finasteride and 10 month oral min 5mg
Journals / Progress Pictures A 32-year-old male shared progress pictures after one year of using oral finasteride 1 mg and 10 months of oral minoxidil 5 mg for hair loss. He seeks advice on whether to continue treatment or consider a hair transplant. -
Progress picture around 2.5 months min fin
Progress Pictures The user started using 5% topical Minoxidil twice daily and 1mg Finasteride daily, along with weekly dermarolling, about three months ago and believes they see improvement. Other users agree, noting better crown appearance and overall good progress.
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Role of ASLNC168501 in regulating hair follicle stem cell activity via the AR/miR-128-3p/IGF-1 pathway
This study identifies the AR/miR-128-3p/IGF-1 pathway as crucial in the dysfunction of hair follicle stem cells (HFSCs) in androgenetic alopecia (AGA). It finds that reduced IGF-1 expression impairs HFSCs activity, with AR activating miR-128-3p to suppress IGF-1. ASLNC168501, acting as a competing endogenous RNA, sequesters miR-128-3p, restoring IGF-1 levels. Overexpressing ASLNC168501 in dermal papilla cells enhances HFSCs' self-renewal and differentiation, reversing hair follicle atrophy in AGA mice, suggesting ASLNC168501 as a promising therapeutic target for AGA treatment.
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What Are the Clinical Guidelines for Diagnosing and Managing Androgenic Alopecia in Adults in General Practice?
Androgenic alopecia is diagnosed by clinical evaluation and managed with treatments to stop hair loss and encourage regrowth.
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Comparative Effectiveness of Regenerative Biologics in Aesthetic Dermatology: A Systematic Review with Quantitative Synthesis Evaluating Exosomes, PRP, and Stem-Cell-Derived Therapies on Skin and Hair
Exosomes and stem-cell therapies slightly outperform PRP in improving hair and skin, but more research is needed.
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Comparative Effectiveness of Regenerative Biologics in Aesthetic Dermatology: A Systematic Review with Quantitative Synthesis Evaluating Exosomes, PRP, and Stem-Cell-Derived Therapies on Skin and Hair
Exosomes and stem-cell therapies slightly outperform PRP in improving hair and skin, but more research is needed.
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What Are the Clinical Guidelines for Diagnosing and Managing Androgenic Alopecia in Adults in General Practice?
Androgenic alopecia is diagnosed by clinical evaluation and managed with treatments to stop hair loss and encourage regrowth.
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A Critical Review: Recent Advances in Ethosomal Gel for Transdermal Drug Delivery Systems
Ethosomal gels improve drug delivery through the skin, enhancing treatment effectiveness.
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Is There an Association Between 25(OH)D Serum Levels and Vitamin D Status with the Severity of Androgenetic Alopecia in Men?
Lower vitamin D levels are linked to more severe hair loss in men.
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A Critical Review: Recent Advances in Ethosomal Gel for Transdermal Drug Delivery Systems
Ethosomal gels improve drug delivery through the skin, enhancing treatment effectiveness.
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Development of Herbal Hair Wax Stick With Scalp Nourishing Extract
The herbal hair wax stick is a safe and effective natural alternative to synthetic hair products.
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Formulation And Evaluation Of Antioxidant Herbal Face Cream Using Pomegranate Leaves Extract
The pomegranate leaf extract face cream is stable, non-irritating, and has strong antioxidant and anti-aging effects.