Search

for
Search:

Did you mean Dermatological Adverse Effects?

GlossaryCutaneous Side Effects (Dermatological Adverse Effects)

...skin reactions caused by medications or treatments

Cutaneous side effects refer to adverse reactions that affect the skin as a result of medication, treatment, or other external factors. These can include rashes, itching, redness, and more severe conditions like blistering or peeling. For professionals, understanding these side effects is crucial for diagnosing and managing patient care, especially in treatments involving chemotherapy or immunotherapy, which are known to cause significant skin reactions.

Related Terms

Sort by

Community Join

30 / 1000+ results

community Being Safe on Oral Minoxidil: tl;dr on the literature.

noeyys in Research/Science 49 upvotes 1 month ago

Oral minoxidil is effective for hair loss but can cause cardiovascular side effects, such as pericardial effusion, especially in those with genetic predispositions. Starting with low doses and monitoring cardiovascular health are advised to reduce risks.

community Transient and Permanent Effects of Finasteride Use

CrownThinningHelp in Research/Science 154 upvotes 3 years ago

Potential side effects of 5AR inhibitors like finasteride and dutasteride. Users debate risks, benefits, and personal experiences with these hair loss treatments.

community Evidenced Based Meta-Analyses and Systemic Reviews of Androgenic Alopecia and Treatments

diego8895 in Research/Science 14 upvotes 4 years ago

Evidence-based treatments for androgenic alopecia, such as minoxidil, finasteride, low-level laser light therapy, dutasteride, platelet-rich plasma, and topical ketoconazole. It discusses the efficacy, safety, and mechanism of action of these treatments, as well as future developments in understanding this polygenic condition.

community What else is good. Besides the big 3.

Ill-Passenger-2468 in Chat 34 upvotes 4 months ago

Key treatments for hair preservation include minoxidil, finasteride/dutasteride, and microneedling, with additional options like specific shampoos, oils, biotin, zinc, tretinoin, clascoterone, and low-level laser therapy. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle, reducing stress, and addressing nutrient deficiencies can also support hair health.

community This sub in a nutshell when it comes to medicine. Oral Minoxidil isn’t that bad

_College_Debt_Bubble in Chat 446 upvotes 1 year ago

The post and conversation are about the use of oral Minoxidil (Min), Finasteride (Fin), and RU58841 for hair loss treatment, with mixed opinions on their safety and effectiveness.

community Just find a cure already, I am totally done

vvh0am1 in Chat 161 upvotes 5 months ago

The conversation is about hair loss treatments, with users recommending finasteride and minoxidil as effective solutions. Some users report side effects, but overall, the consensus is to use these treatments rather than waiting for a cure.

community Why don’t people just just DUT instead of FIN?

Legitimate_Touch1992 in Finasteride/Dutasteride 48 upvotes 11 months ago

The conversation discusses the use of dutasteride (DUT) versus finasteride (FIN) for hair loss treatment, with some users preferring DUT for its effectiveness while others choose FIN due to its approval status, better long-term data, and lower risk of side effects. Users share personal experiences with both medications, including side effects and effectiveness.

community 0.5mg Dutasteride promotes more “regrowth” than 5mg oral Minoxidil

Villanellat in Research/Science 117 upvotes 1 year ago

Dutasteride promotes more hair regrowth than Minoxidil. Users discuss combining treatments for better results and share personal experiences with side effects.

community Finasteride is ****ing magical

Self_Motivated in Update 314 upvotes 4 months ago

Finasteride has led to significant hair regrowth for some users, with noticeable improvements in two months, but side effects like erectile dysfunction have caused some to stop using it. Some users combine finasteride with minoxidil and other supplements, despite concerns about side effects.

community 0-3-10 month update on Finasteride! Minoxidil next to thicken up these hairs? Thinking about Oral Minoxidil what do you guys think?

robotchickenn in Progress Pictures 2 years ago

This user is considering using Finasteride and Minoxidil to treat their hair loss, with various opinions being shared about the effectiveness of each treatment. Others suggest that Micro-needling might also be an option for them.

community I am a dermatologist with a clinical interest in alopecia. AMA

4990 in Will treatment work for me? 2 years ago

In this conversation, 4990 discussed various treatments for hair loss, including oral minoxidil, PRP, transplan, Jak inhibitors, Dutasteride, Finasteride, Olumiant, Ketoconazole, RU58841, microneedling, baricitinib, and CCCA. They recommended scalp biopsies in unclear cases of DUPA, twice weekly to twice daily shampooing for topical minoxidil users, and two sessions spaced one month apart with follow up at month three to determine the effectiveness of PRP treatment.

community Real world data from Europe shows that DUT is significantly safer than FIN in long term use

Mysterious_Moment227 in Research/Science 529 upvotes 1 month ago

Dutasteride is safer than finasteride for long-term use, with fewer sexual side effects. Users experience better hair regrowth and fewer side effects with dutasteride.

community Huberman tweet about finasteride

Rinkmaster1 in Finasteride/Dutasteride 278 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation is about the side effects of finasteride, including Post Finasteride Syndrome, with varied personal experiences and differing views on the credibility of information sources. Some participants also discuss using minoxidil as a hair loss treatment.

community Guide To Finasteride and Avoiding Side Effects

Bright-Glass3175 in Finasteride/Dutasteride 23 upvotes 2 years ago

The conversation provides a guide on using finasteride for hair loss, suggesting to start with a quarter of a 1mg pill daily after ensuring estradiol levels are within a specific range, and potentially increasing the dose if no side effects occur. It also recommends supplements like DIM, Calcium d-glucarate, and Zinc to manage high estradiol levels and side effects from finasteride.

community PSA: Most men who stay on Fin will see the sexual side effects go away. Stop the fear mongering

Substantial_Way_2921 in Finasteride/Dutasteride 191 upvotes 2 years ago

Finasteride can cause sexual side effects in less than 2% of men, but these often disappear over time, even if the treatment continues. Some users report persistent side effects, while others experience no issues or only temporary ones.

community What's "wrong" with oral minoxidil, exactly?

Unhappy_Arm_5634 in Minoxidil 173 upvotes 3 months ago

Oral minoxidil can boost hair growth but may cause side effects like heart palpitations and increased body hair. Many prefer topical minoxidil due to fewer side effects.

community This sub is very toxic towards people who don’t blindly follow the fin mafia

PeterGriffin147 in Treatment 226 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation criticizes the negative attitude towards those concerned about side effects from hair loss treatments like finasteride and minoxidil, or who prefer natural remedies. Specific treatments discussed include finasteride, minoxidil, rosemary oil, and RU58841, with an agreement that finasteride and minoxidil are proven effective.

community Rosemary out here changing lives for the better

Revolutionary_Cell95 in Treatment 90 upvotes 7 months ago

Rosemary oil is being used as an addition to minoxidil and finasteride for hair health, with mixed opinions on its effectiveness. Some users report positive results, while others see no benefit or experience adverse effects.

community why do some people have such a severe personal vendetta against finasterid?

fucked_Over__ in Question 17 upvotes 6 years ago

A user is concerned about starting finasteride due to negative reports and potential side effects. Other users suggest talking to a doctor, considering personal tolerance, and note that side effects are rare.

community Topical finasteride now the safest possible path?

Least-Debate729 in Finasteride/Dutasteride 84 upvotes 6 months ago

Topical finasteride is considered a safer option for hair regrowth with fewer systemic side effects compared to oral finasteride. Some users report similar efficacy and side effects between topical and oral treatments, while others prefer topical due to reduced systemic exposure.

community Is Eucapil (fluridil) actually legit?

territorialbarking in Treatment 7 upvotes 2 years ago

User asks about Eucapil (fluridil) for hair loss, its effectiveness, safety, and where to buy in Australia. Others share experiences and purchase options.

community 6 week update fellas, 5mg oral minoxidil. Pics are 2nd June – 10th July

No_Pop2289 in Progress Pictures 2 years ago

, you can find it online with a script This user was discussing their progress with hair loss treatments including 5mg oral Minoxidil and combining 3mg oral Minoxidil with MTF HRT. They also discussed side effects of increased body hair in other parts of the body.

community (21) Finesteride hasn’t lowered my DHT after 8 months. Has anyone else experienced this?

Kawainess33 in Finasteride/Dutasteride 24 upvotes 6 months ago

A user experienced no reduction in DHT levels after 8 months of finasteride, despite initial improvement in hair loss. They are considering switching to dutasteride but are concerned about potential side effects.

community Finasteride vs Dutasteride, some helpfully info I put together as a physician

WellnessWisdomDrWang in Finasteride/Dutasteride 18 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation discusses the pros and cons of dutasteride for male pattern baldness, with a focus on its long half-life. The user, a physician, also mentions that switching from finasteride to dutasteride can cause temporary hair loss until dutasteride reaches effective levels or accelerates the hair cycle.

community New update. 16 months on finasteride, 25 year old, 1.25mg daily. The first picture is a screenshot from a video taken in February 2023, hence the quality is kinda poor.

Specialist_Let_9455 in Progress Pictures 418 upvotes 7 months ago

A 25-year-old user shared progress pictures after 16 months of using 1.25mg daily finasteride for hair loss, reporting noticeable results around months 4-5 and some initial side effects that resolved. The user experienced thickening and slight regrowth of the hairline.

community I am putting my hair loss treatment on hold until my mental health is better.

kaiserkaktus in Update 21 upvotes 5 months ago

OP is pausing hair loss treatments to focus on mental health due to anxiety and side effects from RU58841. They plan to try topical finasteride and minoxidil after recovering from pneumonia.

community 2024 guide for male pattern baldness: 10 take home messages from Dr. Moreno-Arrones

TibetanBiscuit in Research/Science 245 upvotes 4 months ago

Effective treatments for male pattern baldness include finasteride, dutasteride, and oral minoxidil. Non-effective approaches include oils, shampoos, serums, laser therapies, massages, vitamins, and microneedling.

community HLT Megathread on HMI-115 (key takeaways in comments)

tired45453 in Research/Science 38 upvotes 2 years ago

HMI-115, a newly discovered hair loss treatment that could potentially be effective for those with diffuse thinning and telogen effluvium. It is based on prolactin receptor antagonist signaling and has already undergone Phase I trials in women, with potential commercialization by 2027.

community People's ignorance on MPB is both frustrating and harmful to balding men and it's important to educate other balding men on Fin/Min/Dut (Discussion)

PracticalDocument948 in Finasteride/Dutasteride 158 upvotes 1 month ago

Many are unaware of effective male pattern baldness treatments like finasteride and minoxidil, often opting for ineffective remedies. Educating others on proven treatments and potential side effects is crucial.

community Should I start Fin with these blood tests?

sloth2286 in Finasteride/Dutasteride 17 upvotes 1 year ago

A 25-year-old male with normal hormone levels is considering starting finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss but is concerned about high estradiol levels and potential side effects. Responses vary, with some suggesting blood tests before starting treatment and others emphasizing individual tolerance and the importance of consulting a doctor.