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Heavy duty finasteride that comes with higher risks, but scalp injections seem safe and are gaining popularity
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a potent but unapproved and potentially problematic topical anti-androgen
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mTOR regulator and immunosuppressant used more recently for anti-aging and hair regrowth
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much-hyped research compound targeting prolactin receptor in scalp
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research Association of 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors and Sexual Dysfunction: A RADAR Report
Using hair loss drugs finasteride and dutasteride may cause sexual side effects.
research Successful Treatment of Ulcerated Infantile Hemangioma Associated with PELVIS Syndrome Using Oral Propranolol
Oral propranolol successfully treated a baby's skin growth and ulceration linked to PELVIS syndrome.
research Trends in the Presence or Absence of Transaminitis and/or Leukopenia in Pediatric Patients Treated with Methotrexate for Inflammatory Skin Disease
Most children with skin inflammation taking methotrexate had lab abnormalities, but liver issues often improved without changing the medication dose.
research Verrucous Hemangioma Leg: A Challenging Birthmark
A boy with a rare birthmark called verrucous hemangioma needed careful timing for surgery due to its size and depth.
research Differences in Reproductive Toxicology Between Alopecia Drugs: An Analysis on Adverse Events Among Female and Male Cases
Finasteride has a higher risk of reproductive side effects than minoxidil.
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5 / 692 resultscommunity FDA approves Cassiopea's WINLEVI (CB-03-01, 1% formulation) for Acne
The conversation is about the FDA approval of WINLEVI for acne treatment and the anticipation of Breezula, a hair loss treatment using the same active ingredient, which may indicate a positive future for Breezula's release. There is disappointment that Breezula's results are not optimal, but it is seen as progress in hair loss treatment.
community Why are there no FDA approved NSAA's yet?
The conversation discusses why there are no FDA-approved NSAAs like RU58841 on the market, despite their potential superiority to 5AR inhibitors like finasteride. It explores the effectiveness of treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 for hair loss.
community If Ru58841 was an FDA approved medication and known to be safe would you recommend it before finasteride?
The conversation discusses whether RU58841, if FDA approved and safe, would be recommended over finasteride for hair loss. Specific treatments mentioned include RU58841, finasteride, and minoxidil.
community Winlevi just got FDA approval, projected to be available early 2021 in the US
The conversation is about creating a higher concentration of the newly FDA-approved hair loss treatment, Clascoterone (Winlevi), through compounding pharmacies and possibly organizing group purchases. Some users are unfamiliar with Winlevi and are asking for an explanation of the drug.
community Cassiopea Announces FDA Submission of New Drug Application for Clascoterone Cream 1%, the First New Mechanism of Action for Acne in Nearly 40 Years
The conversation is about a new acne treatment cream called Clascoterone Cream 1%, which is the first new mechanism of action for acne in nearly 40 years. One person joked about hoping their face will be as clean as their bald head after using the cream.