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An essential vasodilator with some anti-androgenic effects, has excellent safety record
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signaling protein that, when suppressed, may grow hair by reducing inflammation and stem cell loss
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research A Multi-Technique Approach to the Study of Structural Stability and Desolvation of Two Unusual Channel Hydrate Solvates of Finasteride
Desolvation of finasteride depends on environment and technique.
research Comprehensive Spectroscopic Characterization of Finasteride Polymorphic Forms: Does Form X Exist?
Three finasteride forms exist; "form X" doesn't.
research Three Isostructural Solvates of Finasteride and Their Solid-State Characterization
Three new finasteride solvates found, change forms under different drying conditions.
research Structural Study of Polymorphs and Solvates of Finasteride
Different forms of hair loss drug can improve effectiveness.
research Molecular Insights Into the Formation of Drug-Polymer Inclusion Complex
The research shows how certain drugs can form stable structures with polymers, which is important for making new pharmaceuticals.
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5 / 375 resultscommunity Lowering dose of Oral Minoxidil?
The user plans to lower their oral minoxidil dose from 5 mg to 2.5 mg to reduce side effects like puffiness and hypertrichosis, while also using finasteride and accutane. They are considering caffeine serums for puffiness and discussing dietary changes or switching to topical minoxidil to address bloating.
community 8-months progress: dermarolling + supplements
A user shared an 8-month hair loss treatment progress using daily saw palmetto and biotin capsules, weekly dermarolling, and a scalp lotion mix of castor, jojoba, and rosemary oils, avoiding finasteride and minoxidil due to side effects and cost. The user reported encouraging progress with slight hairline improvement and better crown area, attributing most success to dermarolling.
community Don't give up on finasteride folks
Finasteride may take over two years to show results and can cause side effects like sexual dysfunction and emotional changes. Alternatives such as dutasteride and minoxidil are discussed, with varying effectiveness and side effects.
community I started rapidly diffuse thinning at 22. I'm 42 now and have as much hair as I did at 16. AMA
Hair loss treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole, PRP, and microneedling helped maintain hair for 20 years. Research and try evidence-based treatments for best results.
community Who The Hell Terminated Haircafe's Channel?! 💀🗿
Kevin's YouTube channel was terminated due to a trademark claim, causing frustration among users who found his hair loss content helpful. Many users expressed support for Kevin, mentioning treatments like finasteride and dutasteride, and hoped for his channel's reinstatement.