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    GlossaryPropranolol (beta-blocker)

    beta-blocker medication used to treat high blood pressure

    Propranolol, also known by the brand name Inderal, is a beta-blocker medication commonly used to treat high blood pressure, anxiety, and certain types of heart conditions. It works by blocking the effects of adrenaline on the heart and blood vessels, which helps to lower heart rate and blood pressure.

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      Anti-Anginal and Beta-Adrenoceptor Blocking Drugs

      research Anti-Anginal and Beta-Adrenoceptor Blocking Drugs

      January 1983 in “Side effects of drugs annual”
      Beta-blockers and anti-anginal medications have various side effects and interactions that require careful monitoring and individualized treatment.
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      1 citations, January 1987 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”
      The patient's hair loss was likely not caused by beta blockers but possibly by stress or other factors.
      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.

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      community The Oral Minoxidil hype, use your head .

      in Minoxidil  7 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about the risks and uncertainties of using oral Minoxidil for hair loss, emphasizing that topical Minoxidil may be just as effective. It also mentions alternative treatments like micro-needling and retinol.

      community Starting Musely Hair Pill Bloom+

      in Product  1 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user switched from Hims topical finasteride and minoxidil to Musely Hair Pill Bloom+, which includes minoxidil, dutasteride, and other vitamins, and noticed new hair growth but also experienced lower blood pressure. Another user ordered a minoxidil-only pill.

      community We don't talk about vitamin E enough

       57 upvotes 6 years ago
      A user shared that taking vitamin E, specifically tocotrienols, seemed to reduce their hair shedding, and they are also using finasteride, minoxidil, and derma rolling for hair loss. Another user cautioned against high doses of vitamin E due to potential health risks.