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    Glossaryβ-Cyclodextrin

    cyclic oligosaccharide that enhances solubility of active ingredients

    β-Cyclodextrin (β-CD) is a cyclic oligosaccharide composed of seven glucose units linked by α-1,4-glycosidic bonds, forming a ring structure. It is commonly used in pharmaceuticals and cosmetics to enhance the solubility and stability of active ingredients by forming inclusion complexes, where the active molecules are encapsulated within the hydrophobic cavity of the β-CD ring.

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      community 20M on dut for 2 months a long with 5mg monoxdil

      in Is this regrowth?  20 upvotes 6 days ago
      A 20-year-old is using minoxidil and dutasteride for hair regrowth and is questioning if recent changes are due to regrowth or lighting. Users suggest the changes are due to minoxidil and advise not to worry about hair shedding from dutasteride.

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      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  8 upvotes 6 days ago
      A 22-year-old has been using dutasteride (0.5 mg daily) for over a year but is experiencing increased hair shedding, scalp inflammation, and burning, and cannot use minoxidil due to side effects. Suggestions include consulting a dermatologist, trying oral minoxidil, microneedling, rosemary oil, caffeine shampoo, and considering other treatments like PRP or red light therapy.