Making Topical Zyrtec for Hair Loss: Comparing to Minoxidil Treatment 6/12/2024
The post discusses making topical Zyrtec for hair loss and compares it to Minoxidil. The conversation includes treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
View this post in the Community →
Similar Community Posts Join
5 / 1000+ resultscommunity What’s your nuclear protocol???
People discussed their intense hair loss treatments, including the use of dutasteride, RU58841, minoxidil, tretinoin, essential oils, microneedling, and various topical sprays. Some users reported success with these methods in preventing hair loss and stimulating hair growth.
community 1% cetirizine (available in allergy medicines) for androgenetic alopecia
The conversation discusses using 1% cetirizine, an antihistamine, as a potential treatment for androgenetic alopecia (hair loss). One user plans to try cetirizine instead of finasteride, while others are curious or skeptical about its effectiveness, discussing the role of inflammation in hair loss.
community Zyrtec (Cetirizine) antihistamine for hair growth compared to Minoxidil NIH study
The conversation discusses the potential of topical cetirizine (Zyrtec) for hair growth in comparison to minoxidil, noting cetirizine's ability to reduce prostaglandin D2, which inhibits hair growth. Users share mixed experiences with cetirizine for allergies and scalp health, and there's a mention of the risk of dementia with long-term antihistamine use.
community "Nah bro, I don't need finasteride! I'll just use saw palmetto and rosemary oil!"
People often turn to natural remedies like saw palmetto and rosemary oil for hair loss, but these are not as effective as FDA-approved treatments like finasteride and minoxidil. Some users express concerns about potential side effects of finasteride, while others share positive experiences with it.
community Rosemary oil, peppermint oil, mucuna pruriens - two weeks in
A user who is trying alternative treatments, such as mucuna pruriens dissolved in water/alcohol and a blend of jojoba oil, rosemary oil, and peppermint oil, for hair loss. Other users have shared anecdotal evidence, discussed the potential effectiveness of certain treatments, and questioned the time sensitivity of experimenting with new treatments.
Related Research
6 / 1000+ results
research A Preliminary Study on Topical Cetirizine in the Therapeutic Management of Androgenetic Alopecia
Topical cetirizine improves hair density and thickness in androgenetic alopecia, but more research is needed.
research Repurposing of H1-Receptor Antagonists Cetirizine, Loratadine, and Fexofenadine for Systematic Analysis of ClinicalTrials.gov Trials Using Semi-Automated Processes
Custom software found that common allergy drugs might have new uses for various conditions and could improve survival in some cancers.
research The Placebo Effect And Randomized Trials: Analysis Of Conventional Medicine
The document concludes that it's important to understand the placebo effect when evaluating the effectiveness of treatments in medical trials.
research Medications
Understanding drug interactions, side effects, and patient-specific factors is crucial for effective dermatological care.
research The Efficacy of Topical Prostaglandin Analogs for Hair Loss: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Topical prostaglandin analogs may help with hair growth but more research is needed.
research Principles of Therapy of Skin Diseases
Use the least toxic, most specific treatments for skin diseases, considering side effects and individual patient needs.