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signaling protein that, when suppressed, may grow hair by reducing inflammation and stem cell loss
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a potent but unapproved and potentially problematic topical anti-androgen
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autoimmune disorder causing patchy hair loss
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natural substance from Neem tree with medicinal and pesticidal properties
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An essential vasodilator with some anti-androgenic effects, has excellent safety record
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research Minoxidil: Mechanisms of Action on Hair Growth
Minoxidil boosts hair growth by opening potassium channels and increasing cell activity.
research Minoxidil Sulfate Is the Active Metabolite That Stimulates Hair Follicles
Minoxidil sulfate stimulates hair growth.
research Minoxidil Sulphation in Human Liver and Platelets
Minoxidil is processed in the body by an enzyme found in the liver and platelets.
research Comparison of the Efficacy and Safety of Topical Minoxidil and Topical Alfatradiol in the Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia in Women
Minoxidil works better for female hair loss than alfatradiol, both safe.
research Minoxidil to Treat Androgenetic Alopecia in Men and Women: What Is It and How Does It Work?
Minoxidil, originally a blood pressure medication, is effective in treating hair loss in men and women, with different strengths recommended for each.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Here are the results from my journey! I used saw palmetto tablets instead of Finasteride(I was afraid of using it), 5% Minoxidil spray and Derma Pen once a week 1.5mm.
The user shared their positive hair regrowth experience using saw palmetto tablets, 5% minoxidil spray, and a Derma Pen. The conversation debates the effectiveness of saw palmetto versus finasteride, with some advocating for natural treatments and others emphasizing the proven results of finasteride and minoxidil, often in combination with microneedling.
community Minoxidil Response Bottlenecks: Why Sulfation and Transport Matter (And Where Tretinoin Fits In)
Minoxidil's effectiveness is limited by the need for sulfation and proper transport to hair follicles, with tretinoin potentially enhancing its effects by promoting enzyme activity and keratinocyte differentiation. Tretinoin may improve minoxidil's response by boosting the expression of necessary enzymes and transporters.
community Forget about new treatments (just temporarily for the sake of argument). What do you think is the likelihood of existing treatments being improved in the next few years?
Existing hair loss treatments like oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, and hair transplants are still the main options, with some improvements in affordability and techniques. There is hope for enhancing these treatments, but new effective solutions are unlikely in the near future.
community Some of y’all need to hear this
Understanding that the importance of hair loss should not be overstated and encouraging self-love and confidence regardless of physical appearance. People discussed how they were feeling about their own hair loss and shared tips on treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride and RU58841.
community To be fair...
The conversation humorously discusses the complexity of understanding and treating male pattern hair loss, mentioning treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, Dr. Brotzu's lotion, and Dr. Tsuji's hair cloning. The original post satirically claims that only those with high intelligence can appreciate these treatments.