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community topical finasteride: dissolving finasteride in "alpacin cafeine liquid"?

1 upvotes 2 years ago

A user discusses using Alpecin Caffeine Liquid for scalp health and considers dissolving finasteride tablets into it for a DIY topical treatment. They inquire about potential absorption issues with this method.

community Can I mix minoxidil with Alpecin Caffeine Liquid?

2 years ago

A user is considering mixing 5% topical minoxidil with Alpecin Caffeine Liquid to enhance its effect, while also using oral finasteride. They seek feedback on potential efficacy loss and downsides of this mixture.

community Topical caffeine as an adjunct treatment. I think this should be considered.

4 upvotes 3 years ago

Topical caffeine is suggested as a beneficial adjunct treatment for hair growth due to its anti-fibrotic, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and other properties. There is skepticism about its effectiveness, especially at low concentrations like in Alpecin liquid.

community Mix Alpezin liquid with topical finasteride

3 upvotes 2 years ago

The user cannot handle Minoxidil and is looking for an alternative to dilute topical finasteride. They are considering using Alpecin liquid as a solution.

community Caffeine Shampoo Shed? (Alpecin)

4 upvotes 2 years ago

Caffeine shampoo may cause increased hair fall initially, but its effectiveness in reducing hair loss is debated. Some users suggest ketoconazole shampoo as a better alternative for healthier scalp and reduced hair shedding.

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research An Open-Label Randomized Multicenter Study Assessing the Noninferiority of a Caffeine-Based Topical Liquid 0.2% versus Minoxidil 5% Solution in Male Androgenetic Alopecia

21 citations , January 2017 in “Skin Pharmacology and Physiology”

In this noninferiority study, researchers found that a 0.2% caffeine-based topical liquid was not less effective than 5% minoxidil solution in improving hair growth in men with androgenetic alopecia over six months.

research The use of phosphodiesterase inhibitors for the treatment of alopecia

3 citations , April 2019 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment”

This review discusses the use of phosphodiesterase inhibitors for alopecia, finding promising preliminary results with topical caffeine for androgenetic alopecia and telogen effluvium, but limited success in alopecia areata.

research Complementary and Alternative Treatments for Alopecia: A Comprehensive Review

40 citations , August 2018 in “Skin appendage disorders”

This review examines complementary and alternative medicine for alopecia and finds limited support from robust clinical trials, highlighting the need for standardized studies to evaluate efficacy and safety.

research Cyberspace Chat: An Examination of the Potential Benefits of Caffeine, Niacinamide, and Panthenol

September 2014 in “Hair transplant forum international”

This issue contains notes by Dr. Bradley Wolf and mentions comments by Dr. Jerry Cooley, but it presents no new research findings.

research A Scoping Review of Pharmacotherapy, Complementary, and Alternative Medicine (CAM), and Surgical Therapies for Androgenic Alopecia

1 citations , March 2021 in “Current Dermatology Reports”

This review highlights various alternative and complementary treatments for androgenic alopecia, noting that while only two FDA-approved options exist, increased awareness among dermatologists of supportive evidence for other therapies may better inform patient education.

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