Topical Finasteride in the Treatment of Androgenic Alopecia: Preliminary Evaluations After a 16-Month Therapy Course

    January 1997 in “ Journal of Dermatological Treatment ”
    GF Mazzarella, GF Loconsole, Giuseppe Cammisa, GM Mastrolonardo, Ga Vena
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    Studysummary This study reported that a 0.005% finasteride solution may encourage hair regrowth and reduce balding areas in patients with androgenic alopecia, without significant absorption or adverse effects.
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    The study evaluated the use of topical finasteride in treating androgenic alopecia in 52 patients over a 16-month period. The results showed significant hair regrowth and balding area reduction, with no evidence of percutaneous absorption of finasteride or local/systemic untoward effects. The study suggests that topically delivered finasteride may be a rational therapeutic approach to androgen-related diseases.

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