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diabetes drug with anti-inflammatory, immunomodulatory, and insulin-sensitizing properties
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research Alopecia Universalis After Sitagliptin Intake
A patient's hair loss may be linked to their diabetes medication, Sitagliptin.
research Hair and Diabetes: Implications and Case Studies
Hair conditions can be linked to diabetes and affect psychological health.
research A Systematic Review on Clinical Evidence for Topical Metformin: Old Medication With New Application
Topical metformin shows promise for dental and skin treatments, including periodontitis, hair regrowth, wound healing, and acne.
research Serendipity in Trichology
Accidental findings have led to new hair treatment discoveries, like using blood pressure and diabetes medications for hair loss and unwanted hair.
research Effect of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus on the Pharmacokinetics of Metformin in Obese Pregnant Women
Type 2 diabetes does not change how metformin works in obese pregnant women, so dosage adjustments are not needed.
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5 / 124 resultscommunity Topical rapamycin, metformin, a-kg grow hair
The conversation discusses the potential of topical rapamycin, metformin, and alpha-ketoglutarate (a-KG) for hair growth, with skepticism expressed about their effectiveness based on personal experience and existing use. It also mentions AICAR, known as cardarine or GW, which is not suitable for long-term use due to cancer risks in animal studies and its similarity to metformin.
community Diffuse hair loss and scalp biopsies
Scalp biopsies are crucial for diagnosing hair loss conditions like Diffuse Unpatterned Alopecia (DUPA) and retrograde hair loss, as treatments like finasteride and dutasteride may not be effective if other conditions are present. Combining PPAR-GAMMA agonists with retinoids could improve treatments for conditions like Lichen Planopilaris.
community ‘Long term use of fin/dut may be associated with health risks including fatty liver disease, insulin resistance, type 2 diabetes, dry eye disease and potential kidney disease.’
Long-term use of finasteride and dutasteride may be linked to health risks like fatty liver disease, insulin resistance, type 2 diabetes, dry eye disease, and potential kidney disease. Some users believe the risks are low and the medications are generally safe.
community Medications that cause extra hair growth
The post discusses the side effects of various drugs causing excess hair growth, questioning why only minoxidil is used in the hair loss industry. The conversation includes users sharing their experiences and concerns about potential side effects of these drugs, with some preferring baldness over potential health risks.
community Finasteride/dut. causes NAFLD,IR,diabetes,kidney dysfunction is it correct.
Hair loss discussion mentions treatments like Finasteride, Dutasteride, and Minoxidil. Users share experiences, side effects, and advice on using these treatments.