TLDR Isotretinoin at a low dose for three months does not significantly affect hair growth.
The study, involving 30 patients with moderate-severe acne vulgaris, investigated the impact of isotretinoin on hair growth parameters. Participants received a daily dose of 0.5 mg/kg of isotretinoin and were assessed using the TrichoScan Professional program before and after 3 months of treatment. The results indicated no statistically significant changes in hair parameters, including total hair count, hair density, and the percentage of anagen and telogen hair. Consequently, the study concluded that short-term use of isotretinoin at the specified dose does not significantly alter hair growth parameters or cause alopecia. However, the study acknowledged limitations such as a small sample size and the absence of high-dose isotretinoin administration, suggesting the need for further research with more participants, higher doses, and longer-term observation.
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January 2013 in “Postepy Dermatologii I Alergologii” Isotretinoin effectively reduces acne but causes dry skin, higher skin pH, more redness, and hair loss.
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June 2018 in “Experimental Dermatology” The conclusion is that future hair loss treatments should target the root causes of hair thinning, not just promote hair growth.
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