Aesthetic Pharmacy: New Perspectives On The Pharmacist's Role In Cosmetology

A new hair loss treatment shows promise in mice but is unproven in humans. Effective treatments include finasteride and minoxidil.

Dutasteride has been used for 20 years with some hair thickness improvement but no dramatic regrowth. The user also experimented with minoxidil, tretinoin, and peptides like BPC 157 for potential benefits in hair density and quality.

PP405 and ABS-201 are promising treatments for male pattern baldness. PP405 shows rapid hair growth in human trials, while ABS-201 shows significant regrowth in animal studies but is still in early human trials.

RU58841 may pose cancer risks due to its antiandrogen properties and lack of long-term safety data. Using it is considered a high-risk experiment with unknown potential for harm.

A 19-year-old male is experiencing hair shedding while using oral minoxidil, ketoconazole, dermastamping, and saw palmetto, and is considering switching to finasteride for better results. Users suggest that saw palmetto may not be effective and recommend finasteride instead, while also discussing other treatments like rosemary oil, peppermint oil, and pumpkin seed oil.

Finasteride caused depression and suicidal thoughts in OP's husband, leading him to stop the medication. He is seeing a doctor for a full hormone panel and psychiatric referral to address these issues.