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    Glossary Antibiotic Creams

    topical medications that prevent or treat bacterial skin infections

    Antibiotic creams, also known as antibiotic ointments, are topical medications used to prevent or treat bacterial infections on the skin. They contain active ingredients like neomycin, bacitracin, or polymyxin B, which work by killing or inhibiting the growth of bacteria, thereby promoting healing and preventing the spread of infection.

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      community I’m really tired of using minoxidil

      in Minoxidil  42 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user is frustrated with minoxidil's lack of results and is considering alternatives like oral minoxidil or finasteride despite concerns about side effects. Other suggestions include consulting a doctor, adjusting dosages, or considering a hair transplant.

      community Still have itchy scalp after 6 months on fin + keto

       29 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user experiences an itchy scalp despite using finasteride and ketoconazole shampoo for hair loss. Suggestions include trying different shampoos, switching to dutasteride, and using topical treatments for inflammation.

      community What if DHT is not the vilan.

       13 upvotes 5 years ago
      Hair loss may be influenced more by inflammation, microbiome imbalances, and gut health than DHT. Treatments discussed include minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, fecal microbiota transplants, and JAK inhibitors.