What Is the Best Treatment for Androgenic Alopecia?

January 2026 in “ Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research) ”

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TLDR Dutasteride 0.5 mg/day is the best treatment for male pattern baldness.

Dutasteride 0.5 mg/day is identified as the most effective treatment for male androgenic alopecia, with topical minoxidil serving as a viable alternative. The study suggests that combination treatments can enhance outcomes, although further research is needed to fully understand efficacy across different patient demographics.

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