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research Cushing Syndrome from Percutaneous Absorption of 1% Hydrocortisone Ointment in Netherton Syndrome

42 citations , January 2007 in “Pediatric dermatology”

This report describes an 11-year-old boy with Netherton syndrome who developed Cushing syndrome after using low-potency hydrocortisone ointment extensively, highlighting caution with long-term topical treatments in such conditions.

research Ayurvedic Management of Indralupta with special reference to Alopecia Areata: A Case Report

June 2025 in “International Journal of AYUSH Case Reports”

This case study reports successful treatment of alopecia areata in a 22-year-old woman using an Ayurvedic approach, including microneedling and herbal therapies, which improved her SALT score from 22% to 0% after one month.

research Hypothyroidism in Thyroid Carcinoma Follow-up: Orlistat May Inhibit the Absorption of Thyroxine

22 citations , June 2005 in “Clinical Oncology”

This case report documents an instance of symptomatic hypothyroidism developing in a patient with papillary thyroid carcinoma after beginning treatment with orlistat.

research Topical absorption and systemic toxicity

19 citations , March 2011 in “Cutaneous and Ocular Toxicology”

Some chemicals absorbed through the skin can cause serious health problems.

research A consideration when interpreting outpatient data

May 2011 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

This research letter observed that patients with severe atopic dermatitis showed normal serum cortisol levels after hospitalization despite continued use of potent topical corticosteroids, though poor adherence may lead to overestimations of actual medication use.

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community Effect of IBS on oral Fin/Min absorbtion. Should i switch to topical

in General 88 upvotes 7 months ago

The user experienced hair regrowth with oral minoxidil and finasteride but faced aggressive hair loss after developing IBS, questioning if the condition affects medication absorption. They are considering switching to topical treatments.

community Minoxidil its giving me huge water retention

in Minoxidil 128 upvotes 1 year ago

Minoxidil caused water retention and gastrointestinal issues for the user, which improved after stopping the medication. The user is now using finasteride and topical minoxidil, experiencing excessive urination and concerns about systemic absorption.

community Any success stories using spironolactone for hair loss?

3 upvotes 6 years ago

Spironolactone is being used to treat hair loss, particularly at the temples and crown, along with Nizoral shampoo for dandruff. Users report varying success, with some noting the importance of proper medication absorption.

community Has anyone had success treating androgenic hair loss topically?

4 upvotes 3 months ago

A woman with androgenic hair loss, likely due to PCOS, is seeking topical treatments as oral medications are not an option. Suggested treatments include topical finasteride, spironolactone, and clascoterone, with spironolactone and clascoterone being safer options due to lower systemic absorption risk.

community Does this medication deliver what it claims? Is this legit?

2 upvotes 7 months ago

The user is considering liposomal minoxidil due to non-response and side effects from other treatments. They are exploring tretinoin with topical minoxidil as an alternative.

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learn Neem Oil

Oil from the neem tree, used in traditional remedies

learn Hair Transplant

What medications should I avoid before hair transplant surgery? Clinics often ask patients to pause blood thinners, anti-inflammatories and some supplements before surgery. Only stop a prescribed medicine with your prescribing doctor's approval.
Do I need to take medication after a hair transplant? Clinics often prescribe short courses of antibiotics and anti-inflammatory medicines; many also suggest minoxidil or finasteride to protect non-transplanted hair, a choice to make with your prescriber.
Do I need to take medication after the transplant? Clinics commonly prescribe a short course of antibiotics and pain relief after a transplant, and some recommend minoxidil or finasteride to protect the hair you still have; what applies to you is your surgeon's and prescriber's call.

learn tamsulosin

Should people experiencing hair loss be concerned about using tamsulosin-based medications? The tamsulosin label does not list hair loss, and no study has found a link, though trials did not measure hair. The label does warn about fainting on standing, rare priapism and eye-surgery complications.

learn Verteporfin

Is Verteporfin used as a topical treatment, injection, or oral medication for hair loss? Verteporfin is an intravenous drug approved only for an eye condition; it is not approved for hair loss in any form. In the few published hair reports it was injected into the scalp alongside surgical wounding — unverified case reports of one and two patients, not trial evidence.

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