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      learn Cyproterone

      a synthetic anti-androgen and weak progestogen that inhibits DHT binding to androgen receptor

      learn Ketoconazole

      antifungal with some anti-androgenic benefits, often used as a shampoo

      learn Minoxidil

      An essential vasodilator with some anti-androgenic effects, has excellent safety record

      learn Lavender

      plant and natural oil with antimicrobial and some anti-androgenic effects

      learn Finasteride

      Frontline, gold standard treatment for combatting androgenic alopecia

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      Contraception And The Skin

      research Contraception And The Skin

      2 citations, August 1987 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology”
      Birth control pills can cause skin issues but may help with acne and hirsutism, and choosing the right type can minimize side effects.
      Drug-Associated Alopecia

      research Drug-Associated Alopecia

      63 citations, March 1995 in “International Journal of Dermatology”
      Some drugs can cause hair loss, and stopping these drugs often leads to hair regrowth.
      Implanon and Alopecia: A Case Report

      research Implanon and Alopecia: A Case Report

      1 citations, October 2006 in “Journal of Family Planning and Reproductive Health Care”
      The contraceptive implant Implanon may be linked to hair loss, but the reported case of alopecia could be unrelated to the implant.
      Acquired Scalp Alopecia: A Review

      research Acquired Scalp Alopecia: A Review

      37 citations, May 1999 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology”
      Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial for preventing permanent hair loss in various scalp conditions, and while new treatments are promising, more research is needed to evaluate their effectiveness.
      Testosterone Therapy in Premenopausal Women

      research Testosterone Therapy in Premenopausal Women

      10 citations, April 2006 in “Seminars in Reproductive Medicine”
      Testosterone therapy may improve mood, well-being, and sexual function in premenopausal women, but more research is needed on its long-term safety and effectiveness.

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      community medication for hair loss spironolactone

      in Female  3 upvotes 1 year ago
      41-year-old female experienced slow hair thinning, took finasteride for a year, then switched to spironolactone. Irregular periods occurred, seeking advice on long-term side effects and considering a third medication.

      community 4600 - result 9 month - Dr. Carman

      in Progress Pictures  255 upvotes 9 months ago
      A user shared their 9-month post-hair transplant results with 4600 grafts, using only Nourkin hair vitamins, Vitamin D, and B12, and expressed satisfaction. The replies debated the necessity of medications like finasteride and minoxidil for maintaining hair health.

      community Androgenic alopecia exclusively on the vertex of the scalp

      in Chat  6 upvotes 6 months ago
      A user experienced androgenic alopecia starting at the vertex without frontal hairline recession and is seeking information on this pattern. Another user noted that vertex or diffuse hair loss is common among men.

      community formula 82D for diffuse androgenic alopecia (DUPA)

      in Is this regrowth?  14 upvotes 1 week ago
      The user is experiencing diffuse androgenic alopecia and is trying various treatments, including 5mg finasteride, loniten, and Formula 82D, which contains dutasteride, a steroid, and tretinoin. They report potential regrowth with Formula 82D, despite previous treatments being ineffective.

      community Shopping receipts are anti-androgenic?

      in Chat  29 upvotes 4 months ago
      The conversation discusses the potential use of thermal paper receipts, which contain estrogen, as a treatment for hair loss. Participants humorously debate its effectiveness compared to established treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride.