research Investigational medications in the treatment of alopecia
This review discusses investigational treatments for androgenetic and chemotherapy-induced alopecia and reports no new clinical results, highlighting the need for further research.
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This study found that bilateral orchiectomy allows most transgender women to stop anti-androgen medications, with 91.7% discontinuing them post-surgery and 25% reducing estrogen use.
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This study found that methadone use in HCV-infected male veterans was associated with a significant increase in the risk of advanced liver fibrosis.
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This review discusses the necessity for hair transplant surgeons to be well-versed in both surgical and medical treatments for various forms of alopecia, and it reports no new results.
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5 / 850 resultscommunity I will have it cured by morning
Researching the cause of hair loss and treating it by preventing DHT in the scalp with medication such as finasteride or dutasteride, estrogen, minoxidil, dermarolling, and possible topical antiandrogens.
community What's the best/"safest" topical anti androgen on the market currently?
The user experienced decreased libido with saw palmetto and is now considering topical anti-androgens like RU58841, pyrilutamide, and topical dutasteride for hair loss. Minoxidil is also mentioned as a potential addition, but the user is cautious about side effects and availability of treatments.
community Everyone seems to be looking for an antiandrogen as an add on. But what about Estradiol & its derivatives ( excluding the low concentraion alfatradiool ) being used. Anyone has an experience with this ? Anything that won't cause feminization in the process ?
The conversation discusses using estradiol and its derivatives for hair loss without causing feminization. Users mention alternatives like alfatradiol, topical 17b-Estradiol, and DIM (Diindolylmethane).
community If RU58841 is such an effective anti androgen
RU58841 is discussed as a topical anti-androgen for hair loss, but its effectiveness and safety are not well-documented, leading to mixed opinions and experiences among users. Some combine it with finasteride, but concerns about side effects and lack of FDA approval limit its popularity.
community Testosterone is 1600, would taking low dose anti-androgens be a viable treatment option for people who’s T spikes on DHT-blockers?
The post and conversation are about the user's high testosterone levels and their worsening hair loss despite trying various treatments. They are considering using low doses of anti-androgens to lower their testosterone levels as a potential solution.
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7 / 801 results- Can bicalutamide stop DHT from shrinking your hair follicles? Bicalutamide blocks androgens at the receptor rather than lowering DHT, and some dermatologists prescribe it off-label for women with pattern hair loss. The published evidence is retrospective case series and one small pilot study, with no randomized trial; it is a prescription drug that requires liver monitoring and is contraindicated in pregnancy.
- What is GT20029 and how does it work as a topical anti-androgen for hair loss? GT20029 is a topical anti-androgen that degrades androgen receptors to combat hair loss.
- Is pyrilutamide a safer alternative to oral antiandrogens like finasteride? Pyrilutamide may be a safer topical alternative to oral antiandrogens like finasteride.
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a nonsteroidal anti-androgen, most commonly used orally for women
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powerful topical and oral anti-androgen used mostly by women
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a topical anti-androgen with less systemic involvement
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Heavy duty finasteride that comes with higher risks
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a novel topical treatment that inhibits DHT on androgen receptors
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