learn Finasteride
Frontline, gold standard treatment for combatting androgenic alopecia
Search
forLearn
5 / 612 resultslearn Adenosine
nucleoside used for hair regrowth stimulant properties
learn Alfatradiol
a synthetic estrogen used topically as an anti-androgen
learn Dutasteride
Heavy duty finasteride that comes with higher risks, but scalp injections seem safe and are gaining popularity
learn Exosomes
Microscopic delivery system that sends growth-promoting signals to hair follicles
Research
5 / 1000+ results
research Revised 2003 Consensus on Diagnostic Criteria and Long-Term Health Risks Related to Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
The 2003 consensus updated PCOS diagnosis criteria and highlighted increased risks of diabetes and heart disease for those affected.
research Derivation And Validation Of The Systemic Lupus International Collaborating Clinics Classification Criteria For Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
The new SLICC criteria for diagnosing lupus are more sensitive and accurate than the old criteria.
research Revised 2003 Consensus on Diagnostic Criteria and Long-Term Health Risks Related to Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
The 2003 consensus updated PCOS diagnosis criteria and linked PCOS to higher risks of diabetes and heart problems, recommending lifestyle changes to lower these risks.
research Standards of Care for the Health of Transsexual, Transgender, and Gender-Nonconforming People, Version 7
The guidelines recommend informed consent for gender-affirming treatments and stress the importance of personalized, culturally sensitive care for transgender individuals.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Clinical and Biochemical Features
PCOS is a common hormonal disorder causing irregular periods and increased hair growth, linked to insulin resistance and long-term health issues.
Community Join
5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Betamethasone dipropionate 0.05 (sernivo spray)
A user was prescribed betamethasone dipropionate spray for a receding hairline, which caused skin peeling and depigmentation. They stopped using it and are considering alternatives like BPC-157/TB-500 for healing.
community 3 months in 2.5mg oral min and 0.5 mg Dutasteride daily
The user experienced hair regrowth after 3 months using 2.5mg oral minoxidil and 0.5mg dutasteride daily, along with 2% ketoconazole shampoo, rosemary oil, and microneedling. They initially used finasteride before switching to dutasteride and noticed shedding between weeks 2 and 6.
community My hair gets too dry and look unhealthy after using Keto shampoo.
Using ketoconazole shampoo can cause hair dryness, especially when combined with Minoxidil. Users suggest using conditioner, adding oils like rosemary and peppermint, or reducing shampoo frequency to mitigate dryness.
community Increased Hair Shedding After Starting Finasteride
The user started finasteride in January 2025 and experienced increased hair shedding by March 2025, despite initial improvements from PRP treatment. They are concerned but have read that this shedding might be a temporary phase of the finasteride treatment.
community Shedding with topical dutasteride (month 4)
The user shared progress pictures after using topical dutasteride for 4 months, experiencing heavy shedding at month 2, which returned to baseline 1.5 months ago. Previous treatments with topical and oral finasteride and minoxidil were ineffective or caused side effects, and the user is hopeful about the shedding phase indicating potential effectiveness of topical dutasteride.