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research Male androgenetic alopecia (Part II)

9 citations , February 2005 in “The Journal of Men's Health & Gender”

This article reviews treatment options for male androgenetic alopecia, including their distinct aims of arresting progression, stimulating regrowth, and concealing hair loss, and reports no new clinical results.

research The efficacy of topical minoxidil 2% versus topical botanically derived inhibitors of 5 alpha reductase in treatment of female pattern hair loss by trichoscopy

1 citations , January 2019 in “Journal of the Egyptian Women's Dermatologic Society (Print)”

This study observed that while both minoxidil and botanically-derived 5-alpha reductase inhibitors significantly increased hair count and diameter in women with female pattern hair loss, minoxidil was more effective, especially for greater hair diameter increases, but had more troublesome side effects.

research Management of Hair Loss

74 citations , April 2005 in “Dermatologic Clinics”

This article reviews treatment options for male-pattern and female-pattern hair loss, telogen effluvium, and alopecia areata, but provides no new clinical results; algorithmic management approaches are included.

research ORAL AND TOPICAL FINASTERIDE IN THE TREATMENT OF MALE ANDROGENETIC ALOPECIA – NARRATIVE REVIEW

February 2026 in “Archiv Euromedica”

In this narrative review, researchers reported that oral finasteride significantly improved hair count and density in male androgenetic alopecia but had higher systemic exposure and potential side effects compared to topical formulations, which provided similar efficacy with lower systemic DHT suppression.

research Recent Advances in Understanding of the Etiopathogenesis, Diagnosis, and Management of Hair Loss Diseases

May 2023 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine”

This review article reports recent advancements in understanding, diagnosing, and treating various hair loss conditions, like androgenetic alopecia and alopecia areata, including their genetic factors and new therapeutic options, while also examining the impact of COVID-19 on hair loss.

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community 6 Months topical 5% minoxidil twice a day.

in Progress Pictures 147 upvotes 10 months ago

The user has been using topical 5% minoxidil for six months with minimal results and is worried about greasy hair and potential side effects of adding finasteride. Others suggest combining minoxidil with finasteride for better results, while discussing potential side effects like erectile dysfunction.

community Feedback on Hair Repair Clinic 5% Minoxidil Cream vs. Sons 5% Spray

in General 119 upvotes 8 months ago

A user is considering switching from a 5% minoxidil spray to a minoxidil cream for easier application and less greasiness. They are inquiring about the Hair Repair Clinic 5% minoxidil cream, which includes optional tretinoin and other ingredients like isopropyl myristate and beeswax.

community Derm suggesting oral fin at 17 (turning 18 soon) after long-term minoxidil — advice?

4 upvotes 6 months ago

A 17-year-old is experiencing hair loss despite using 5% topical minoxidil, 0.05% tretinoin, and oral minoxidil, and is considering starting oral finasteride after a dermatologist suggested a hair growth spray with Capixyl, Redensyl, Anagain, and Saw Palmetto. Users advise caution with finasteride at a young age, suggesting starting with topical finasteride and consulting an endocrinologist.

community 5 month progress on topical fin+min

in Treatment 323 upvotes 1 year ago

The user reported significant hair regrowth using a topical treatment of 0.3% finasteride and 6% minoxidil, with noticeable progress in five months. The treatment is applied once daily, and the user experienced some initial shedding but no side effects.

community 4 months into topical minoxidil + finasteride — noticing thicker hair? Thoughts on progress?

in Is this regrowth? 76 upvotes 11 months ago

The user is experiencing noticeable hair thickening after 4 months of using a topical spray combining minoxidil and finasteride, with no side effects reported. They are considering adding derma rolling to their routine and may switch to oral tablets in the future.

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learn Minoxidil

Vasodilator used on the scalp and, at low doses, as a tablet

Minoxidil 2%, 5% and 10% which is better to use? In a randomized trial in men, 5% topical minoxidil produced more hair growth than 2%, and in one small trial 10% did not beat 5% and caused more irritation. No 10% product is approved in the US, and approved strengths differ by sex, so check the label for your product.
Shampoos, vitamins and other promises: What does minoxidil really boost? Topical minoxidil is approved for pattern hair loss; there is no good evidence that shampoos, biotin or other added ingredients boost its effect.
From hypertension to hair: the unexpected story of minoxidil Minoxidil was developed as an oral blood-pressure drug and approved as Loniten in 1979; unwanted hair growth in patients led to topical Rogaine, approved for men in 1988 and for women in 1991. Trials support topical minoxidil for pattern hair loss, while low-dose oral minoxidil is a prescription drug used off-label and needs medical supervision.

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learn TDM-105795

How does TDM-105795 differ from more established hair loss ingredients when included in experimental or emerging treatments? TDM-105795 is an experimental topical drug described as a thyroid-receptor agonist, unlike minoxidil or finasteride. It has one 16-week Phase 2 trial in 71 men, with no statistical test or peer-reviewed results published and no head-to-head comparison.

learn Finasteride

Popular 5-alpha reductase inhibitor that lowers DHT, taken as a pill or used topically

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