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research The effects of particle properties on nanoparticle drug retention and release in dynamic minoxidil foams

25 citations , January 2010 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutics”

This study found that polymeric nanoparticles retained more minoxidil and facilitated superior drug permeation compared to lipid nanoparticles, although premature drug release affected formulation performance.

research Enhanced ex vivo skin retention of bicalutamide using a nano-in-micro composite: Drug-loaded lipid vesicles in a dissolving microarray patch

April 2025 in “European Journal of Pharmaceutics and Biopharmaceutics”

This study developed and tested Bicalutamide-loaded lipid vesicles in dissolving microarray patches for topical application, finding that they effectively deliver Bicalutamide through murine skin while maintaining a favorable safety profile, suggesting potential to improve treatments for androgenetic alopecia.

research CD44/TRPV1 dual-targeted nanocarrier enables drug retention and multidimensional therapy for inflammatory skin diseases

May 2026 in “Chemical Engineering Journal”

research Drug Survival and Long-term Outcome of Tofacitinib in Patients with Alopecia Areata: A Retrospective Study

2 citations , November 2023 in “Acta dermato-venereologica”

This study involving 126 patients found that tofacitinib has high effectiveness and an acceptable safety profile for treating alopecia areata, with a 33.8% complete response rate at 24 weeks and sex as an independent risk factor for outcomes.

research Biocompatible nanoparticles and vesicular systems in transdermal drug delivery for various skin diseases

151 citations , November 2018 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutics”

This review discusses various nanoparticles and nanoemulsions being investigated for transdermal drug delivery and reports no clinical results; it highlights potential applications in treating alopecia, wound healing, psoriasis, and melanoma.

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community The homeless crackhead protocol

4487 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation humorously suggests that drug use might be more effective for hair retention than traditional treatments like minoxidil or finasteride. It attributes full heads of hair in homeless individuals to lifestyle factors like reduced stress or hormonal changes.

community Crazy monkey hair regrowth with Prolactin targeted drug

19 upvotes 1 week ago

A new drug targeting prolactin is being discussed for hair regrowth, but skepticism remains as many still rely on minoxidil and finasteride. Concerns include the drug's effectiveness compared to existing treatments and whether it works for those already using 5AR inhibitors.

community Haircafe - TOPICAL minoxidil is an anti aging drug

in Minoxidil 245 upvotes 1 year ago

Topical minoxidil may cause skin aging effects like wrinkles and dark circles, possibly due to its alcohol content, while oral finasteride is reported to make users look younger. Switching to oral minoxidil or using moisturizers might help reduce these skin issues.

community Is this real chat? Finasteride -> fountain of youth and longevity drug?

559 upvotes 1 year ago

Finasteride is discussed as a hair loss treatment with benefits like reduced prostate enlargement and skin aging, but it is not seen as a "fountain of youth." Users report mixed experiences, including side effects like decreased libido and dry eyes.

community Is it possible to transplant mice skin into human body?

in Transplants 47 upvotes 11 months ago

Transplanting mice skin to humans is not feasible due to immune rejection, but some suggest genetic modification or immune suppression could make it possible. Xenograft hair transplants are discouraged.

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learn Rapamycin

Immune-suppressing drug, also called sirolimus

learn Minoxidil

Vasodilator used on the scalp and, at low doses, as a tablet

learn HMI-115

Experimental antibody that blocks the prolactin receptor

learn Baricitinib

Baricitinib: How did a drug for arthritis end up helping people regrow hair from alopecia areata? Baricitinib, an arthritis drug, was FDA-approved in 2022 for adults with severe alopecia areata after trials in which about a third of patients on 4 mg regained most scalp hair. It carries an FDA boxed warning, and regrowth is usually lost when it is stopped.

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Hair Loss Treatments
Dr Joydeep Roy's Skin Clinic, New S.S.Medicos, (near Cachar high school), Malugram/ Drugs Corner, itkhola near Cachar CollegeSilchar, Assam · IN

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