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    GlossaryCaffeine

    natural stimulant found in coffee, tea, and energy drinks

    Caffeine, also known as 1,3,7-Trimethylxanthine, is a natural stimulant most commonly found in coffee, tea, and various energy drinks. It works by blocking the action of adenosine, a neurotransmitter that promotes sleep, thereby increasing alertness and reducing the perception of fatigue.

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      the stimulant you know and love can be used topically to stimulate hair

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      nucleoside used for hair regrowth stimulant properties

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      community Caffeine + Dimethylglycine (DMG) Shampoo research

      in Research/Science  2 upvotes 1 month ago
      A user discusses the potential of caffeine and DMG in shampoo for treating hair loss, citing a pending patent and personal plans to test it. They find it more convenient than using minoxidil, tretinoin, and microneedling.

      community Caffeine affects on oral minoxidil

      in Chat  3 upvotes 4 months ago
      Caffeine may interfere with oral minoxidil because caffeine increases blood pressure while minoxidil lowers it. Users discuss potential interactions and effects on hair loss treatment.

      community Caffeine & Alopecia: What the Science Seems to Say

      in Research/Science  17 upvotes 11 months ago
      The conversation discusses the potential benefits of topical caffeine for Androgenetic Alopecia (APA) and female pattern hair loss. While some studies suggest positive results, there's no reliable scientific evidence to strongly recommend caffeine compounds for hair regrowth.