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research Treatment of acne with intermittent isotretinoin, cohort study

September 1998 in “JEADV. Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology/Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology”

This paper reviews the diverse skin, nail, and hair changes caused by medications, highlighting hyperpigmentation, alopecia, and nail structural alterations, but reports no new data.

research Safety Considerations and Monitoring in Patients Treated with Systemic Medications for Acne

10 citations , January 2016 in “Dermatologic Clinics”

This review discusses the side effects and monitoring guidelines for commonly prescribed systemic acne treatments and reports no new clinical findings.

research Consensus on the use of oral isotretinoin in dermatology - Brazilian Society of Dermatology

22 citations , October 2020 in “Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia”

This consensus concluded that oral isotretinoin is highly effective for treating acne and some off-label conditions, with common adverse events being manageable and rare serious risks not contraindicating use.

research The efficacy of oral isotretinoin versus cyproterone compound in female patients with acne and the triad of cutaneous hyperandrogenism: A randomized clinical trial

2 citations , January 2014 in “Advanced Biomedical Research”

This article describes SAHA syndrome, which includes symptoms of nodulocystic or severe acne, female pattern hair loss, and hirsutism, but reports no new results.

research Evaluation of biophysical skin parameters and assessment of hair growth in patients with acne treated with isotretinoin

37 citations , January 2013 in “Postepy Dermatologii I Alergologii”

This article discusses isotretinoin for severe acne vulgaris, noting its effectiveness but also highlighting significant side effects on skin, mucous membranes, and hair; it reports no new clinical results.

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community Intermittent fasting triggers hair loss in study (suppresses hair follicle regeneration)

in Research/Science 241 upvotes 8 months ago

Intermittent fasting may suppress hair follicle regeneration, but opinions vary on its impact on hair loss. Some users report no negative effects or even hair improvement while using treatments like finasteride and minoxidil.

community Intermittent fasting reduces hair growth?!? :(

35 upvotes 1 year ago

Intermittent fasting may inhibit hair growth by triggering a stress response that affects hair-follicle stem cells. Some users believe genetics and DHT play a larger role in hair loss, and treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride are mentioned as ineffective for some.

community Intermittent Finasteride dosing for reduction of side effects?

6 upvotes 7 years ago

Intermittent finasteride dosing, like taking it every third day, may reduce side effects while still lowering DHT levels. Users report side effects such as brain fog and weaker erections, which often subside after stopping the drug.

community Trying intermittent Dutasteride (0.5mg every 5-6 days)

in Basic Questions 165 upvotes 11 months ago

A 22-year-old male experienced hair regrowth using an intermittent Dutasteride regimen, oral and topical Minoxidil, FolliHair AM/PM, and Salicia KT shampoo. He stopped Dutasteride due to side effects like dry eyes and skin, but noticed increased hair shedding after stopping.

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