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highly targeted anti-androgen that might have minimal systemic effects
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powerful topical and oral anti-androgen used mostly by women
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a synthetic anti-androgen and weak progestogen that inhibits DHT binding to androgen receptor
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a potent but unapproved and potentially problematic topical anti-androgen
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research Facial Contact Dermatitis Due to Spironolactone in an Anti-Acne Cream
Spironolactone in anti-acne cream can cause allergic skin reactions in some people.
research Dual Effects of 5α-Reductase Inhibitor Dutasteride on Androgenetic Alopecia and Acne Vulgaris
Dutasteride improved both hair loss and acne in two young men.
research Fullerene Nanoparticles in Dermatological and Cosmetic Applications
Fullerenes show potential in skin care but need more safety research.
research Use of 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors in Dermatology: A Narrative Review
5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors are effective for male hair loss and some skin conditions, but their effectiveness in women and safety concerns require careful use.
research Ethnobotany Of Traditional Plant Cosmetics Utilized By Women: A Study In Northern Ghana
Many women in Northern Ghana use plant-based cosmetics like shea butter, and their use is more related to being married than to their job, education, or house.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity New Study - Flavonoids More Effective Than Finasteride?
A recent publication suggests that the flavonoids eriocitrin and silymarin may be more effective than finasteride in binding to the enzyme responsible for hair loss. People in the conversation are skeptical about the effectiveness and safety of these flavonoids until tested on humans, and some discuss their personal experiences with other treatments.
community Anyone remember Breezula, the promising hairloss drug that was perpetually 3 years away? Well, it's available right now as an acme treatment. Can we just directly apply to the scalp?
The conversation discusses the availability of Breezula, a drug for hair loss, now being sold as an acne treatment, and whether it can be applied to the scalp. Users express skepticism about new hair loss treatments and suggest waiting for FDA approval.
community 21 Month Finasteride+13 Month Minoxidil+2 Month Stemoxydine
The post discusses a 21-month treatment of hair loss using Finasteride, a 13-month treatment with Minoxidil, and a 2-month treatment with Stemoxydine. Replies suggest enhancing results by adding a micro needling pen and tretinoin to the regimen, and consider Finasteride and Minoxidil as crucial treatments.
community Reaction to High Dose Minoxidil After Year of Use
A male with early-stage hair loss experienced severe side effects, including sexual dysfunction from finasteride and increased heart rate and fatigue from high-dose minoxidil, leading to discontinuation of both treatments. He is now relying on DHT-blocking shampoos and awaiting new treatments.
community Cassiopea announces completion of recruitment of Phase II dose ranging trial of Breezula (CB-03-01) for androgenic alopecia
The conversation discusses the completion of a Phase II trial recruitment for Breezula (CB-03-01), a potential treatment for androgenic alopecia. Specific treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841.