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    GlossaryFood and Drug Administration (FDA)

    U.S. agency ensuring safety and efficacy of drugs and food

    The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is a U.S. government agency responsible for protecting public health by ensuring the safety, efficacy, and security of drugs, biological products, medical devices, food supply, cosmetics, and products that emit radiation. The FDA also plays a crucial role in advancing public health by helping to speed innovations that make medicines and foods more effective, safer, and more affordable.

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      a synthetic prostamide used to treat eyelashes also shows promise for stimulating hair growth on scalp

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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