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research Oral medications for central serous chorioretinopathy: a literature review

14 citations , September 2019 in “Eye”

This review discusses the evidence for using oral medications to treat central serous chorioretinopathy, highlighting eplerenone as having the most support despite a lack of robust efficacy across studies.

research Ovarian Hypertension: Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

60 citations , May 2011 in “Endocrinology and Metabolism Clinics of North America”

This article discusses the association between hypertension and polycystic ovary syndrome, highlighting the need for managing related risk factors, but reports no new clinical results.

Impact of Low-Dose Oral Minoxidil on Blood Pressure in Androgenetic Alopecia Patients Concomitantly Taking Antihypertensive Medications: A Multi-Center Cohort Study

research 61131 Impact of Low-Dose Oral Minoxidil on Blood Pressure in Androgenetic Alopecia Patients Concomitantly Taking Antihypertensive Medications: A Multi-Center Cohort Study

September 2025 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology”

Low-dose oral minoxidil does not significantly affect blood pressure in patients with hair loss and hypertension.

research 1304 Assessing Post Operative Continuation of LUTs Medication Following TURP and BiPolep

July 2026 in “British journal of surgery”

This study found that a substantial number of patients continued tamsulosin and/or finasteride unnecessarily after prostate surgery, with poor documentation and communication contributing to this issue.

research Lichen planopilaris in a Latin American (Chilean) population: demographics, clinical profile and treatment experience

19 citations , July 2017 in “Clinical and experimental dermatology”

This study provides one of the first descriptions of the demographic, clinical, and therapeutic characteristics of lichen planopilaris in Chilean adults, reporting that treatment usually reduced or halted disease progression.

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community Took a medication called pilocarpine, and cannot oral minoxidil anymore which I’ve taken for several years with no issue

in Treatment 4 upvotes 3 weeks ago

OP experienced heart issues after taking pilocarpine, which they believe interacted negatively with oral minoxidil, leading to hair loss. They stopped pilocarpine but can no longer use oral minoxidil.

community Oral minoxidl - Is this a medication that's generally safe to take for life? Like what I understand oral fin is? Also do studies show that in general or in a significant amount of more cases that results with oral minox + oral fin > oral fin in terms of long-term use(talkin 20+ years).

in Minoxidil 77 upvotes 1 year ago

Oral minoxidil combined with finasteride can improve hair density, but long-term safety is uncertain due to potential side effects like heart and kidney issues. Users report mixed experiences, with some experiencing side effects and others finding it effective for hair maintenance.

community If I was arrested, could I take minoxidil and finasteride in prison?

in Chat 1349 upvotes 1 year ago

Access to minoxidil and finasteride in prison is unlikely unless prescribed for medical conditions like hypertension or benign prostatic hyperplasia. Cosmetic treatments are generally not provided in prison.

community 6 months before and after pics: VDPHL01 (oral minoxidil)

in Progress Pictures 111 upvotes 1 year ago

A user shared their positive experience with a clinical trial for a new oral medication, VDPHL01, which is a reformulated version of oral minoxidil taken at a high dose of 17mg daily, showing significant hair regrowth after six months. The user noted that this formulation is believed to be more effective and time-released, with fewer side effects compared to regular oral minoxidil.

community New baldness drug boosts hair coverage by up to 86% in six months

719 upvotes 3 months ago

A new extended-release oral minoxidil formulation claims to improve hair growth by maintaining steady blood levels, reducing side effects like hypotension, and potentially benefiting female hair loss. However, it is not considered groundbreaking as it builds on existing minoxidil treatments, and its effectiveness compared to current doses is debated.

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learn Latanoprost

glaucoma medication with hair follicle stimulant effects

learn Spironolactone

powerful topical and oral anti-androgen used mostly by women

learn Osteopontin

signaling protein that, when suppressed, may grow hair by reducing inflammation and stem cell loss

learn Minoxidil

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.

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