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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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I’m switching to oral fin/min 1mg/3mg
General The user plans to switch from topical to oral finasteride (1mg/day) and minoxidil (3mg/day) due to unsatisfactory results with topical treatments. They seek advice on the effectiveness, potential side effects, and the timing for considering a hair transplant, with recommendations to monitor health metrics like blood pressure and conduct thorough bloodwork before starting. -
Advice on 0.5mg Dutasteride + 2.5mg Minoxidil for Hair Loss Reversal
General The user is considering using 0.5mg Dutasteride and 2.5mg Minoxidil for hair loss reversal. Another user advises consulting a doctor and getting bloodwork and a trichoscopy before starting the treatment. -
Conflicted Diagnoses: Is My Hair Loss MPB Despite Using Finasteride and Rogaine?
General The user is experiencing hair loss despite using finasteride and Rogaine, with conflicting diagnoses from different hospitals. One suggests no hair loss, while another recommends continuing medication; a suggestion to see a dermatologist for proper assessment is given. -
Needing some advice on what medicine to take after my dermatologist appointment
General The user is experiencing a receding hairline and is considering treatments. They are seeking advice on whether to use finasteride, minoxidil, or both for hair preservation and potential regrowth. -
8 Months of Topical Fin/Min Application
Progress Pictures The user experienced significant hair regrowth over 8 months using a topical combination of 0.3% finasteride and 6% minoxidil, applied nightly, along with weekly microneedling and ketoconazole shampoo. They reported no side effects and attributed the improvement mainly to minoxidil, while maintaining consistent use of supplements and a healthy lifestyle. -
Concerned About Using Oral and Topical Minoxidil with Finasteride After 3 Days
Minoxidil The conversation discusses the safety of using 2.5mg oral minoxidil and 1mg topical minoxidil twice daily, along with finasteride, for hair loss treatment. Concerns are raised about potential blood pressure changes from oral minoxidil, suggesting a personalized risk assessment with a doctor.
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Low-Molecular-Weight Collagen Peptides Improve Hair Health in Adults with Damaged Hair: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trial
A study involving 100 adults aged 19-60 with mild-to-moderate hair damage assessed the effects of a low-molecular-weight collagen peptide supplement (GPVGPS Collagen®) on hair health. Participants were randomized to receive either 2,000 mg/day of the collagen supplement or a placebo for 24 weeks. Results showed that the collagen group experienced significant improvements in hair luster, shaft surface integrity, tensile strength, diameter, and density compared to the placebo group. Participants also reported higher satisfaction with their hair condition. No safety-related adverse events were observed, indicating that GPVGPS Collagen® is both effective and safe for enhancing hair health.
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Finasteride Versus Dutasteride Related Sexual Adverse Effects
Both finasteride and dutasteride can cause sexual side effects, but they may differ in frequency and severity.
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Therapeutic Potential of Ishophloroglucin A from Ishige Okamurae in Androgenic Alopecia: Inhibition of 5α-Reductase Activity and Activation of the Wnt/β-Catenin Signaling Pathway in Human Dermal Papilla Cells
Ishophloroglucin A from Ishige okamurae may be a natural alternative for treating hair loss by inhibiting 5α-reductase and promoting hair growth.
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Regenerative Strategies for Androgenetic Alopecia: Evidence, Mechanisms, and Translational Pathways
New regenerative treatments show promise in improving hair growth for androgenetic alopecia.
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Major Clinical and Nutritional Findings of the Relationship Among Obesity, Metabolic Syndrome, and Bariatric Surgery in the Process of Hair Loss: A Systematic Review
Hair loss is common after bariatric surgery, especially vertical sleeve gastrectomy, and is linked to emotional distress.
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Factors Associated With the Severity of Female Pattern Hair Loss: A Retrospective Study
The severity of female pattern hair loss is linked to how long someone has had it, not to levels of certain nutrients or hormones.
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Greater Susceptibility to Telogen Effluvium in Severe COVID-19 Infection: Findings from a Retrospective Cohort Study
Severe COVID-19 increases the risk of hair loss.
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Pharmaceutico-Analytical and In Vitro Antifungal Evaluation of Polyherbal Shampoo in Relation to Dandruff
The polyherbal shampoo effectively treats dandruff and is a safe, natural option.
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Pharmaceutico-Analytical and In Vitro Antifungal Evaluation of Polyherbal Shampoo in Relation to Dandruff
The polyherbal shampoo effectively treats dandruff and is a safe, natural option.
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What Is the Best Treatment for Androgenic Alopecia?
Dutasteride 0.5 mg/day is the best treatment for male pattern baldness.