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January 2019 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment”
Ketoconazole cream is effective for skin conditions like seborrheic dermatitis and may help with hair loss and other skin issues, with generally mild side effects.
A 17-year-old is looking for alternatives to finasteride for DHT control to preserve hair, considering ketoconazole shampoo for its potential to inhibit 5AR and also thinking about using caffeine-containing shampoos like alpecin or watermans.
Nizoral is a suitable replacement for Ketoconazole, but ensure it contains 2% Ketoconazole. The yellow bottle is recommended and should last 3-4 months if used twice a week.
Using 2% ketoconazole daily can dry out the scalp; 1-2 times a week is recommended. Combining ketoconazole with treatments like minoxidil, alfatradiol, and fluridil can help manage hair loss effectively.
The conversation is about choosing between Ketoconazole/Nizoral 1%/2% or selenium for dandruff. The user also mentions starting finasteride soon for androgenetic alopecia.
Adding Nizoral Shampoo (ketoconazole 2%) improved hair quality and reduced scalp irritation. Alternatives like zinc pyrithione shampoo and Piroctone Olamine were also discussed.