Therapeutic Implications of Topical Cetirizine 1% in Treatment of Male Androgenetic Alopecia: A Case-Controlled Study

Cetirizine 1% cream significantly improves hair growth and thickness in men with androgenic alopecia. It is considered effective, affordable, and has a low side effect profile.

The conversation discusses using topical cetirizine as a treatment for androgenetic alopecia (hair loss). Specific treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

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.

Topical 1% cetirizine is more effective for hair growth than 10 mg oral cetirizine. It can be ordered online from specific hair loss companies.

The user applies a topical solution containing minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, retinoic acid, and hydrocortisone to address scalp inflammation and is considering adding cetirizine to the mix. They are calculating the correct amount of cetirizine to add to their formula and have paused this approach to retry oral minoxidil.

The conversation discusses using topical cetirizine for hair loss and questions its effectiveness and preparation. A user expresses interest in trying it if it can be dissolved in minoxidil.