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GlossaryMinocycline

antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections and inflammation

Minocycline is an antibiotic that belongs to the tetracycline class, commonly used to treat bacterial infections such as acne and respiratory infections. It has anti-inflammatory properties, which can be beneficial in treating certain skin conditions and has been explored for its potential in managing autoimmune diseases like rheumatoid arthritis.

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research The Effect of Minocycline on the Metabolism of Androgens by Human Oral Periosteal Fibroblasts and Its Inhibition by Finasteride

10 citations, April 2000 in “Archives of Oral Biology”

Minocycline may cause hair loss by increasing DHT levels, but finasteride can help counteract this effect.

research Effects of the Anti-Androgen Finasteride on 5-Alpha-Reductase Activity in Human Gingival Fibroblasts in Response to Minocycline

15 citations, January 1998 in “Journal of Clinical Periodontology”

Finasteride helps treat hair loss by blocking enzyme activity.

research Follicular and Epidermal Alterations in Patients Treated with ZD1839 (Iressa), an Inhibitor of the Epidermal Growth Factor Receptor

169 citations, September 2002 in “British journal of dermatology/British journal of dermatology, Supplement”

ZD1839 (Iressa) causes skin and hair side effects, treatable with tretinoin cream and minocycline.

research Chemotherapy-Induced Iatrogenic Injury of Skin: New Drugs and New Concepts

19 citations, October 2011 in “Clinics in Dermatology”

New chemotherapy drugs cause skin side effects, but treatments like minocycline and tetracycline can help reduce them.

research Alopecia Mucinosa: Report of a Case and Review

10 citations, March 2003 in “Journal of cutaneous medicine and surgery”

Alopecia mucinosa can be treated successfully with minocycline.

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community Why do barbers never mention if you’re balding?

in Chat 317 upvotes 7 months ago

People are discussing why barbers often don't mention their clients' hair loss, with some sharing personal experiences where barbers did suggest treatments like finasteride (Fin) or mentioned the possibility of hair transplants. Some barbers avoid the topic to not offend clients, while others openly discuss it and recommend treatments or acknowledge the issue when asked.

community So depressed and upset with how much progress I’ve lost

in Chat 47 upvotes 1 year ago

A 20-year-old started taking finasteride for hair loss at 18, saw improvement, but developed erectile dysfunction (ED) after taking accutane. Despite stopping both medications, ED persisted, and hair loss worsened. Advice given includes considering tadalafil for ED, resuming finasteride, using minoxidil, and addressing psychological factors through positive thinking and lifestyle changes.