research Action of isotretinoin in acne rosacea and gram-negative folliculitis
This study found that oral isotretinoin achieved good to excellent clinical results in treating severe inflammatory acne, severe rosacea, and gram-negative folliculitis.
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research Oral retinoids-present status
This article reviews the current status of oral retinoids in dermatology and reports no new clinical findings.
research Male infertility and genitourinary birth defects: there is more than meets the eye
Male infertility and genitourinary birth defects are often linked to genetic issues.
research Contraindicated use of 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors in women
This study found that from 2011 to 2015, a substantial portion of women in the Netherlands dispensed finasteride or dutasteride were not using adequate contraception, prompting calls for improved risk management.
research Adverse Effects and Safety of 5-alpha Reductase Inhibitors (Finasteride, Dutasteride): A Systematic Review.
This review discusses the adverse events associated with 5-alpha reductase inhibitors, finding them generally well-tolerated but noting potential risks like sexual side effects and psychological effects in men, and sparse data on use in women.
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5 / 225 resultscommunity FYI you can't donate blood when on fin/dut
People on finasteride or dutasteride cannot donate blood due to the risk of birth defects if the blood is given to a pregnant woman. It's advised to stop finasteride for a month and dutasteride for six months before donating.
community Spironolactone vs finasteride - advice for female with AGA
Spironolactone and finasteride are not recommended for women planning pregnancy due to birth defect risks. Both need to be stopped months before conception, and finasteride is generally not advised for women.
community How can I get Dut without a prescription?
A woman with advanced AGA is seeking ways to obtain Dutasteride without a prescription due to difficulties with traditional methods and concerns about birth defects, despite being celibate and on birth control. Users suggest various online sources and alternatives like topical anti-androgens, while cautioning about potential risks and side effects.
community REGROWTH AFTER 12 YEARS! My doctor approves of self-prescribed gray market internet dutasteride!!
A woman experienced hair regrowth after using self-prescribed finasteride and dutasteride from online sources, despite doctors' reluctance to prescribe these due to potential birth defects. Her dermatologist acknowledged the effectiveness of these treatments and advised her to continue using them while avoiding pregnancy.
community Don’t do like me. Don’t take a long break from Fin and Min
Stopping finasteride and minoxidil can cause significant hair shedding, so they should be continued indefinitely. Concerns about finasteride affecting fertility or causing birth defects are mostly unfounded, but some stop for personal reasons.
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