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      community Painkillers May Block Minoxidil

       12 upvotes 1 year ago
      Painkillers like Aspirin may reduce Minoxidil's effectiveness by inhibiting the enzyme PGHS-1, which is crucial for hair growth. Using NSAIDs that inhibit COX-2 or combining Minoxidil with PGF2/E2 analogues or retinoids may enhance its efficacy.

      community Anti-oxidants that reverse hairloss?

       86 upvotes 5 years ago
      Resveratrol and fisetin, found in red wine and strawberries, may promote hair growth by affecting hair follicle cells. Users discuss various treatments, including natural remedies like saw palmetto and topical applications, with mixed opinions on their effectiveness compared to pharmaceuticals like finasteride.

      community Someone please offer reassurance

      in Minoxidil  3 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 19-year-old male is experiencing hair shedding while using oral minoxidil, ketoconazole, dermastamping, and saw palmetto, and is considering switching to finasteride for better results. Users suggest that saw palmetto may not be effective and recommend finasteride instead, while also discussing other treatments like rosemary oil, peppermint oil, and pumpkin seed oil.

      community Comprehensive Microneedling Guide

       292 upvotes 4 years ago
      Microneedling for hair restoration involves daily use of a 0.3 mm device and weekly use of a 0.5 mm device. Combining microneedling with Minoxidil can enhance hair growth.

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      learn Vitamin D

      vitamin you should probably be taking for general health might also help your hair a little

      learn Melatonin

      hormone commonly taken for sleep aid has some topical benefits for hair

      learn Procyanidin

      bioflavonoid found in plants with antioxidant and hair stimulating properties

      learn Follistatin

      glycoprotein that inhibits TGF-β and promotes hair growth by antagonizing activin