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July 2024 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Low SULT activity in hair follicles leads to better response to oral minoxidil for hair loss.
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January 2022 in “Faculty reviews” The best long-lasting results in treating hair loss may be achieved through combination therapy, including treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and platelet-rich plasma injections.
August 2024 in “Cosmetics” Personalized treatments for hair loss are becoming more effective by using genetic information.
April 2023 in “Dermatology and therapy” This study on 400 patients with androgenetic alopecia (AGA) found a high discontinuation rate of 86.3% for topical minoxidil (TM), primarily due to side effects reported by 46.5% of patients, including scalp itching, facial hair, and increased hair loss. Longer treatment duration (over 1 year) and perceived improvement significantly reduced the likelihood of discontinuation. The study emphasizes the need for patient education on TM's side effects and the importance of using it for at least 12 months to evaluate its efficacy.
January 2022 in “Indian journal of drugs in dermatology” Oral minoxidil helps with hair growth but needs more research to fully understand its effectiveness and safety.