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a synthetic estrogen used topically as an anti-androgen
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Heavy duty finasteride that comes with higher risks, but scalp injections seem safe and are gaining popularity
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highly targeted anti-androgen that might have minimal systemic effects
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research Allergic Contact Dermatitis to Topical Minoxidil Solution: Etiology and Treatment
Minoxidil can cause skin allergy; use alternative solvents or treatments if allergic.
research Positive Lymphocyte Transformation Test in a Patient with Allergic Contact Dermatitis of the Scalp After Short-Term Use of Topical Minoxidil Solution
Patient had scalp allergy from minoxidil; test helped identify cause and suggest alternative treatments.
research A Comprehensive Review on Deep Eutectic Solvents and Their Use to Extract Bioactive Compounds of Pharmaceutical Interest
Deep eutectic solvents are eco-friendly and effective for extracting useful pharmaceutical compounds.
research Minoxidil Use in Dermatology, Side Effects, and Recent Patents
Minoxidil treats hair loss, promotes growth, has side effects, and has recent patents.
research A Case of Contact Allergic Dermatitis to Topical Minoxidil
A woman had an allergic skin reaction to a hair loss treatment containing minoxidil and should not use it.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Homemade Topical Finasteride Formula?
User wants to make homemade topical finasteride to minimize side effects and asks about using glycerin, stirring time, storage, and alternative solvents. Another user's comment is unclear.
community Anyone have an alternative solvent for pyrilutamide??
The user is seeking an alternative solvent for pyrilutamide due to skin irritation from ethanol and propylene glycol. They experienced similar issues with topical minoxidil.
community Finally live! alcohol-free, propylene glycol–free topical finasteride foam
A new alcohol-free, propylene glycol-free topical finasteride foam is available for prescription in Canada and the USA, offering a cleaner alternative for hair loss treatment. The product also offers a combination of 0.1% finasteride with 5% minoxidil and aims to be affordable and less irritating for sensitive scalps.
community Topical Minoxidil 5% since March but does seem to be improving much.
Minoxidil 5% alone is not enough for significant hair regrowth; combining it with finasteride or dutasteride is advised. A hair transplant might be needed, depending on baldness extent and donor area quality.
community PP405 Identity Research
PP405 is a potential hair loss treatment that inhibits mitochondrial pyruvate carriers, increasing lactate dehydrogenase activity and stimulating hair follicle stem cells. In a phase 1 trial, 31% of participants showed over 20% hair density increase with PP405 treatment.