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An essential vasodilator with some anti-androgenic effects, has excellent safety record
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research Ambiguous Alopecia in a 36-Year-Old Woman
The woman has unexplained hair loss and it's unclear what her condition is or how to treat it.
research How Does Topical Minoxidil Compare with Placebo for Treating Female Pattern Hair Loss?
research Minoxidil Use in Dermatology, Side Effects, and Recent Patents
Minoxidil treats hair loss, promotes growth, has side effects, and has recent patents.
research Minoxidil in Resistant Hypertension
Minoxidil with propranolol and diuretics lowers blood pressure but causes fluid retention and hair growth.
research Increased Levels of Prostaglandin-Like Material in Canine Blood During Arterial Hypotension Produced by Hydralazine, Dihydralazine, and Minoxidil
These drugs raise prostaglandin-like material in dog blood, possibly causing blood vessel widening.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Answers to the most frequently asked questions
Finasteride and dutasteride must be taken continuously to prevent hair loss, and minoxidil should also be used long-term. Patience is needed as results from these treatments can take months to over a year to appear.
community Sept 2020 to June 2023. First 13 months on FIN. Now 20 months on DUT. Also use topical 5% Minoxidil. Turning 44 in four months.
The post discusses a user's hair regrowth journey from September 2020 to June 2023, using treatments like Finasteride, Dutasteride, and 5% Minoxidil. The user shares progress pictures, discusses the effects of the treatments, and answers questions about his routine and experiences.
community Acute shedding episodes. Had telogen effluvium last year. Remission for a few months(thought I was over the shedding stuff 🥲). Now if I have any major stress days, THAT day I get a major shed and a few days after.
The user experiences immediate hair shedding linked to stress, unlike typical telogen effluvium, and is seeking answers. A suggestion was made to use spironolactone and topical minoxidil to address potential DHT-related shedding.
community Minoxidil Storage Conditions in Summer
Store minoxidil and minoxidil+finasteride solutions in a cool environment, ideally below 25°C, to maintain effectiveness. Consider using a wine cellar or fridge for stable, low temperatures.
community Does discontinuing Minoxidil cause permanent damage to your hair?
Discontinuing Minoxidil typically returns hair to baseline, but some believe it may go below baseline temporarily. Continuing finasteride or dutasteride is recommended.