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    GlossaryAlitretinoin

    medication derived from vitamin A used for severe eczema

    Alitretinoin, also known as 9-cis-Retinoic Acid, is a medication primarily used to treat severe chronic hand eczema that doesn't respond to topical treatments. It is a type of retinoid, which is a derivative of vitamin A, and works by modulating the growth and differentiation of skin cells.

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      community Tretinoin in Androgenic Alopecia

      in Research/Science  12 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation discusses using Tretinoin for treating androgenic alopecia. Specific treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841.

      community Does anybody else got their hair ruined when on tretinoin?

      in Chat  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced hair shedding and follicle shrinkage when using retinoic acid, despite trying different concentrations and frequencies. The hair loss persisted for six months but regrew after stopping the treatment.

      community the ordinary retinol & minoxidil

      in Minoxidil  13 upvotes 11 months ago
      Using retinol with minoxidil may not be as effective as tretinoin, but retinaldehyde or adapalene could be alternatives. A micro-roller with minoxidil is suggested for better results.

      community Isotretinoin and Tretinoin difference

      in Product  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      Isotretinoin and tretinoin are different; isotretinoin can cause hair loss and has more side effects. Tretinoin may affect minoxidil absorption, and users suggest waiting before applying minoxidil.