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an anticonvulsant repurposed for hair loss via histone inhibition
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learn Metformin
diabetes drug with anti-inflammatory, immunomodulatory, and insulin-sensitizing properties
learn Minoxidil
An essential vasodilator with some anti-androgenic effects, has excellent safety record
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5 / 1000+ resultsresearch Self-Emulsifying Drug Delivery Systems (SEDDS): Measuring Energy Dynamics to Determine Thermodynamic and Kinetic Stability
Solidified SEDDS improve drug stability and bioavailability better than liquid SEDDS.
research Advances in Chitosan-Based Nanoparticles for Drug Delivery
Chitosan, a natural substance, can be used to create tiny particles that effectively deliver various types of drugs, but more work is needed to improve stability and control of drug release.
research Stability of Opiates in Hair Fibers After Exposure to Cosmetic Treatment
Cosmetic treatments like bleaching and perming can greatly reduce opiate levels in hair, possibly leading to false-negative drug tests.
research Role of Liposomal Drug-Delivery System in Cosmetics
Liposomes improve the delivery and effectiveness of cosmetic ingredients but face challenges like cost and stability.
research Influence of Chemical Straightening on the Stability of Drugs of Abuse in Hair
Chemical hair straightening significantly reduces detectable drug levels in hair.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Protac degradation of the androgen receptor in mice shows good efficacy and no systemic drug could be found
The efficacy of degrading the androgen receptor through dermal application in DP cells, a delivery system for topical drugs that involves dissolving microneedles, and rosemary oil as an alternative anti-androgen.
community 1+ year oral dut and oral min. 2023 → 2025. No regrowth or stability, loss continues. I'm completely cooked and demoralized.
The user has been using oral dutasteride and minoxidil for over a year without regrowth or stability, and hair loss continues. Suggestions include checking for inflammation, considering a scalp biopsy, and trying microneedling, topical anti-androgens, or a hair transplant.
community Topical Finasteride 2 year update
The user reported significant improvement in hair quality and stability using topical finasteride for two years, without side effects. They later added minoxidil, which may have further enhanced hair quality.
community Comprehensive stack. Is it working?
The user is using a comprehensive hair loss treatment including oral dutasteride, minoxidil (both oral and topical), topical finasteride, RU58841, ketoconazole shampoo, and a derma roller, while also using anabolic steroids. Opinions vary, with some users noting stability or slight improvement, while others suggest the treatment may not be effective due to anabolic use.
community Exosomes 2 months before and after
Exosomes are being discussed as a potential hair loss treatment, with some users skeptical about their effectiveness and stability. There is interest in different types of exosomes, including those derived from centella asiatica, and comparisons are made to other treatments like finasteride.