research Gene Variant in Amish a Clue to Better Aging
A genetic mutation linked to longer life and less disease was found in the Amish, and a drug is being developed to replicate these benefits.
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research Response to the Role of Patient and Drug-Related Factors in Oral Minoxidil and Pericardial Effusion: Analyses of Data From the United States Food and Drug Administration Adverse Event Reporting System
Oral minoxidil users, especially for hypertension, may risk heart issues, and better monitoring guidelines are needed for alopecia patients.
research The Belgian Ten-Center Open Label Trial of Topical 2% Minoxidil Solution in Early Male Pattern Alopecia
Minoxidil is safe and effective for treating early male pattern baldness.
research Australian Trial of Topical Minoxidil and Placebo in Early Male Pattern Baldness
Minoxidil modestly increases hair growth in men with early baldness and is safe to use.
research Musculoskeletal and Body Composition Response to High-Dose Testosterone with Finasteride After Chronic Incomplete Spinal Cord Injury: A Randomized, Double-Blind, and Placebo-Controlled Pilot Study
Testosterone with finasteride improved muscle and bone health in men with spinal cord injury.
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5 / 10 resultscommunity Two months Fin / oral Min, age 48; same lighting, same haircut
The user "NotYourMothersDildo" shared their progress pictures after using finasteride and oral minoxidil for 60 days. They noticed significant improvements in hair thickness, texture, and growth, including their mustache and beard.
community Finasteride is Good for Heart Health!
Finasteride, a hair loss and prostate drug, may also benefit heart health. Some users discuss the potential negative effects of DHT on the heart and the balance between hair loss treatments and heart health.
community i got more results 1 month 5 mg oral minoxidil and 1 mg dutasteride then i did 6 months on finasteride and topical minoxidil
A user reported better hair regrowth with 5 mg oral minoxidil and 1 mg dutasteride than with finasteride and topical minoxidil, calling topical minoxidil a scam. Replies varied, with some defending topical minoxidil, questioning the user's application method, and suggesting that previous treatments might be contributing to the observed results.
community Extreme caution: my experience using Ru58841 only once
An 18-year-old experienced severe side effects, including heart palpitations and high blood pressure, after using RU58841 once, leading to a referral to cardiology for suspected left ventricular hypertrophy. The user regrets using RU58841 and seeks advice on recovery, while others suggest preexisting conditions or genetic predispositions may be factors.
community 6 Month Progress (Sept 2021-Mar 2022) Fin,Min,Microneedling,Biotin, Ketoconazole Shampoo
User shared 6-month progress using Fin, Min, Microneedling, Biotin, and Ketoconazole Shampoo for hair loss. They microneedle once a week, use 1.25 mg Fin daily, and apply topical Min twice a day.