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An essential vasodilator with some anti-androgenic effects, has excellent safety record
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technique to create small wounds in skin to activate collagen production and hair growth
learn Platelet-Rich Plasma
growth factors taken from your blood and injected into your scalp to stimulate hair
learn Low Level Laser Therapy
laser therapy for anti-inflammatory and likely insignificant hair regrowth effects
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research Association of Melanoma and Nonmelanoma Skin Cancer with Antihypertensive Drugs: A Report from the Research on Adverse Drug Events and Reports Project
Blood pressure medications may increase the risk of skin cancer.
research Comparison of the Pharmacoeconomic Profiles of Treatment Regimens for Field Pattern Actinic Keratoses
Some blood pressure medications are linked to a higher risk of skin cancer.
research Direct-Acting Vasodilators
Hydralazine and minoxidil are blood pressure medications that relax blood vessels, with potential side effects like rapid heartbeat and fluid retention, and are used for severe or pregnancy-related hypertension.
research Metoprolol and Alopecia
Metoprolol, a blood pressure medication, was linked to reversible hair loss.
research Repurposing of Drugs as Novel Influenza Inhibitors from Clinical Gene Expression Infection Signatures
Existing drugs, including a blood pressure medication, show promise as new treatments for influenza.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity high bloodpressure and crown thinning in early 20s
A user with kidney disease and high blood pressure experienced hair thinning, especially around the vertex. They are currently using finasteride and oral minoxidil but are considering whether to resume blood pressure medication despite managing symptoms with diet and exercise.
community (comment) providing facts on people talking nonsense about minoxidil and BP-medicaton in general
Minoxidil is used for hair loss and sometimes for high blood pressure, but it's outdated for the latter. For high blood pressure, it's combined with a beta blocker and diuretic to manage side effects.
community Could low blood flow to the head cause an increased rate of thinning?
The user started using finasteride, minoxidil, and biotin for male pattern baldness (MPB) and is experiencing rapid thinning. They are questioning if low blood flow to the head could be contributing to their hair loss.
community Scientists have found that a naturally occurring sugar in humans and animals could be used as a topical treatment for male pattern baldness | In the study, mice received 2dDR-SA gel for 21 days, resulting in greater number of blood vessels and an increase in hair follicle length and denseness
Scientists discovered a sugar gel, 2dDR-SA, that increased hair growth in mice. Users discussed its potential, comparing it to other treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride.
community Dental technician is convinced that he has found the cause of pattern hair loss
A dental technician claims malocclusion causes pattern hair loss due to poor scalp circulation. Users debate this, noting treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling focus on DHT and blood flow.