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An essential vasodilator with some anti-androgenic effects

Minoxidil 2%, 5% and 10% which is better to use? In a randomized trial in men, 5% topical minoxidil produced more hair growth than 2%. There is no approved 10% product and no head-to-head trial showing it beats 5%; higher strengths mainly add irritation and systemic absorption. Approved strengths differ by sex, so check the label for your product.
From hypertension to hair: the unexpected story of minoxidil Minoxidil was developed as an oral blood-pressure drug and approved as Loniten in 1979; unwanted hair growth in patients led to topical Rogaine, approved for men in 1988 and for women in 1991. Trials support topical minoxidil for pattern hair loss, while low-dose oral minoxidil is a prescription drug used off-label and needs medical supervision.
Minoxidil: the application and its effects counted in months Expect initial shedding in the first month, with visible results typically by three to six months.

learn Azelaic Acid

Is azelaic acid a treatment on its own or does it need supplements? One small randomised trial (26 women) found 5% azelaic acid comparable to 2% minoxidil in female pattern hair loss, and the anti-DHT rationale otherwise rests on in-vitro work — community members generally describe azelaic acid as an add-on to minoxidil or finasteride rather than a standalone treatment.

learn Capixyl

Capixyl: Can it replace minoxidil or do they have to be used together? There is no published trial comparing Capixyl with minoxidil or testing the two together; the evidence for Capixyl is a manufacturer-run study of 30 people, while minoxidil is an approved treatment with decades of controlled trials behind it.

learn Tretinoin

the gold standard retinoid in dermatology that's also helpful for hair regrowth alongside Minoxidil

learn Bimatoprost

a synthetic prostamide used to treat eyelashes also shows promise for stimulating hair growth on scalp

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research Modern hair restoration surgery

23 citations , March 2001 in “Clinics in Dermatology”

This article reviews treatment options for male androgenetic alopecia, including minoxidil, 5 alpha reductase inhibitors, and hair transplantation, but reports no new clinical findings.

research Metabolism of Minoxidil, a New Hypotensive Agent 11: Biotransformation following Oral Administration to Rats, Dogs, and Monkeys

31 citations , August 1975 in “Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences”

This study found that different species metabolized minoxidil into various products, with monkeys and humans showing similar profiles primarily excreting a glucuronide conjugate, while rats and dogs showed distinct differences.

research Effect of minoxidil on proliferation and apoptosis in dermal papilla cells of human hair follicle

149 citations , March 2004 in “Journal of Dermatological Science”

This study found that minoxidil stimulates hair follicle growth by promoting dermal papilla cell survival and activating ERK and Akt pathways, which leads to increased proliferation and reduced cell death.

research Sulfation of minoxidil by liver sulfotransferase

66 citations , September 1982 in “Biochemical Pharmacology”

This study identified a sulfotransferase activity in rat liver that catalyzes the sulfation of minoxidil, contributing to its delayed hypotensive effects.

research Synthesis of 5,6,6-[2H3]finasteride and quantitative determination of finasteride in human plasma at picogram level by an isotope-dilution mass spectrometric method

20 citations , December 1995 in “Journal of Chromatography B: Biomedical Sciences and Applications”

Accurate method measures finasteride levels in human plasma using gas chromatography-mass spectrometry.

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community 20m /// 3 month progress pictures

in Progress Pictures 65 upvotes 2 years ago

A user shared their 3-month hair loss progress using 5% topical Minoxidil, 8% topical RU58841, 1mg Finasteride daily, and a 1.5mm derma stamp weekly. Another user commented that the results look improved.

community What are the holes in this treatment with dut

in Treatment 6 upvotes 1 year ago

The user is considering a hair loss treatment plan involving oral dutasteride (2.5 mg), oral minoxidil (2.5-10 mg), topical finasteride, and topical minoxidil, with additional options like ketoconazole shampoo and microneedling. They are seeking advice on whether to start with finasteride or dutasteride, the potential side effects, and the effectiveness of their approach, with a plan to evaluate results after 3-4 months.

community Finasteride & Minoxidil (7 months & 11 months)

1115 upvotes 1 year ago

A user shared positive hair growth results using finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and vitamin supplements over 7 to 11 months. They discussed application tips and side effects with others.

community Have people with aggressive balding genetics genuinely had any results after applying any natural remedies ie:rosemary oil,coconut oil,Onion Juice etc

in Research/Science 42 upvotes 2 years ago

Natural remedies like rosemary oil, coconut oil, and onion juice are generally seen as less effective compared to medical treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling. Some users believe natural oils can help, but modern medicine is often more reliable.

community Guys, we finally have an alternative to finasteride

in Research/Science 263 upvotes 1 year ago

A combination of pyrilutamide, minoxidil, and alfatradiol is proposed as an effective alternative to finasteride for treating mild to moderate hair loss, claiming to stabilize hair loss and improve thickness without finasteride's side effects. Some users are skeptical about the effectiveness and approval of these treatments, while others are interested in trying them due to finasteride's side effects.

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