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powerful topical and oral anti-androgen used mostly by women
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a novel topical treatment that inhibits DHT on androgen receptors
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acid used for antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory and anti-androgenic properties
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research Safety Considerations and Monitoring in Patients Treated with Systemic Medications for Acne
Some acne medications have side effects; doctors should educate patients and may not need to do frequent lab tests for all.
research Anti-Acne Agents Attenuate FGFR2 Signal Transduction in Acne
Anti-acne medications may work by reducing the activity of a protein involved in acne development.
research Anti-acne drugs in phase 1 and 2 clinical trials
New anti-acne medications are being tested to offer alternatives to current treatments.
research A review of diagnosis and treatment of acne in adult female patients
Adult female acne treatment should be personalized, considering individual preferences and pregnancy, using various topical and oral medications while managing side effects and resistance.
research Updates in the understanding and treatments of skin & hair disorders in women of color
New treatments for skin and hair disorders in women of color address unique biological differences and include specific acne medications, sunscreens, skin lighteners, and hair care adjustments.
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5 / 473 resultscommunity Has anyone tried Winlevi (a.k.a. Clascoterone or CB-03-01) on their scalp yet?
The acne medication Winlevi, which contains Clascoterone, is available in the U.S. and may slow down hair loss until a higher concentration treatment, Breezula, is released.
community Clascoterone study going on right now
A user is participating in a phase 3 trial for Clascoterone, a topical acne medication that may stimulate hair growth, and will share results after 6 months. They will have a section of their hair shaved and marked with a tattoo for the study.
community HNY, any word on Breezula for 2021?
Breezula passed a clinical trial in August and there are questions about its availability in 2021 and potential delays due to Covid. No specific treatments were discussed.
community Tretinoin Efficacy Alone for Hair Regrowth + DHT blocker
Tretinoin's effectiveness for hair regrowth alone is questioned, with interest in its use with oral minoxidil. The discussion also considers whether finasteride or dutasteride is the better DHT blocker and if switching to dutasteride is advisable for those without side effects from finasteride.
community Homemade topical spironolactone
The potential effectiveness of homemade topical spironolactone in treating hair loss, with studies suggesting it is more effective than finasteride and even minoxidil when used as monotherapy. The conversation also mentions that other anti-androgens are being developed which may soon hit the market.