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the gold standard retinoid in dermatology that's also helpful for hair regrowth alongside Minoxidil
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a synthetic cortisol used for anti-inflammatory effects
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powerful topical and oral anti-androgen used mostly by women
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an anticonvulsant repurposed for hair loss via histone inhibition
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5 / 1000+ resultsresearch Oral Minoxidil Media Coverage: The Impact on Patient Perceptions and Practitioner Approaches to Androgenetic Alopecia
Media coverage increased public interest in oral minoxidil for hair loss but may also spread misinformation.
research Dermatologic Care of the Transgender Patient
Hormonal therapy in transgender patients can lead to skin changes like altered sebum production, hair growth, and acne, which may require dermatological care.
research Implementation and Evaluation of a Platelet-Rich Plasma Multimedia Patient Education Tool for Patients With Androgenetic Alopecia
The multimedia tool improved patient understanding of PRP treatment for hair loss.
research Social Media in Dermatology and an Overview of Popular Social Media Platforms
Social media is increasingly used in dermatology for education and networking but has risks like misinformation and privacy issues.
research Survey of Dermatology Practitioners' Opinions and Prescribing Habits of Oral Minoxidil for the Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia
Most dermatologists use and find oral minoxidil effective and tolerable for hair loss treatment.
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5 / 156 resultscommunity Hair Loss Drugs Ranked in Order of Efficacy
Dutasteride is likely the most effective treatment for male pattern baldness, followed by finasteride and minoxidil in various forms and dosages. Users discuss personal experiences, dosages, and potential side effects, with some considering combining treatments for better results.
community All US hair loss suffers. Do yourself a favor and get a Costco membership.
Costco offers affordable prices for hair loss treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil. Users discuss prescription options and compare prices with services like Mark Cuban's Cost Plus Drugs and Amazon's RxPass.
community Physician here AMA – 30M oral Fin 1-1.25 mg daily
Hair loss treatments, specifically the use of finasteride, microneedling and potentially oral minoxidil. People discussed their experiences with finasteride, its effects on sexual behaviors, as well as potential solutions such as tadalafil or using other growth factor signal peptides for hope in curing male pattern baldness.
community Guide: How to EASILY get prescription oral minoxidil
The conversation provides a six-step guide on how to get a prescription for oral minoxidil (OM) for hair loss by finding a supportive dermatologist, even if they are not local, and preparing a case for its use during a virtual consultation. The guide emphasizes the importance of research, insurance considerations, and the potential for initial hair shedding with OM treatment.
community Dutasteride SAVES your hair follicles: MAJOR BS on people who say it destroyed their hair permanently.
The conversation discusses the effectiveness of hair loss treatments, specifically finasteride and dutasteride. The conclusion is that dutasteride significantly reduces DHT levels and may be more effective than finasteride for long-term hair retention, with some users reporting personal experiences and side effects.