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mTOR regulator and immunosuppressant used more recently for anti-aging and hair regrowth
learn Dutasteride
Heavy duty finasteride that comes with higher risks, but scalp injections seem safe and are gaining popularity
learn Melatonin
hormone commonly taken for sleep aid has some topical benefits for hair
learn Baricitinib
JAK inhibitor that reduces inflammation and immune attacks on hair follicles, leading to potential hair regrowth, especially in alopecia areata cases
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research Use of Chemotherapy During Human Pregnancy
Chemotherapy in the first trimester of pregnancy is risky, but in the second and third trimesters, it's generally safe with careful drug selection and timing.
research Characteristics of Central Cicatricial Centrifugal Alopecia in Elderly vs. Younger Patients
Elderly patients with CCCA were all African American with low vitamin D, but no iron or zinc deficiencies, and no hormonal imbalances compared to younger patients.
research Safety of Skin Care Products During Pregnancy
Most skin care products are safe during pregnancy, but avoid hydroquinone and tretinoin.
research Multiple Sclerosis Disease-Modifying Therapies: Adverse Effect Surveillance and Management
The document concludes that managing side effects of MS therapies is crucial for treatment success and patient adherence.
research New Changes in Pregnancy and Lactation Labeling: Review of Dermatologic Drugs
The new FDA labeling rules provide more detailed drug safety information for pregnant and breastfeeding women, but more data is needed on the risks of many dermatologic drugs.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity New warning by FDA on topical finasteride
The FDA warned that topical finasteride can cause serious side effects like sexual dysfunction and brain fog, similar to oral finasteride. Compounded topical formulations pose additional risks due to lack of regulation.
community Dutasteride causing us to have… girl babies?
User Kylo313 used dutasteride for 20 years and had two daughters, questioning if dutasteride affects the likelihood of having male vs female children. Replies mostly request hairline photos and discuss anecdotal experiences, with some suggesting correlation doesn't imply causation and that gender determination isn't affected by dutasteride.
community Husband’s 2.5 month progress so far - I’m amazed!!
A husband saw significant hair regrowth in 2.5 months using minoxidil, finasteride, collagen, biotin, multivitamins, GHK-cu, microneedling, and scalp oils. His wife highlighted the routine's effectiveness and the importance of consistency.
community There’s a war against finasteride and dht blockers
Finasteride is a controversial hair loss treatment, with some users experiencing positive results and others facing side effects like erectile dysfunction. The discussion emphasizes the importance of personal choice and informed decision-making.
community 1MG Fin 14 Months Results
A user's 14-month journey with finasteride, microneedling, and Nizoral to treat hair loss. They experienced some side effects such as ball ache, needing to pee constantly, and less semen, but the results were generally positive.