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An essential vasodilator with some anti-androgenic effects, has excellent safety record
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Frontline, gold standard treatment for combatting androgenic alopecia
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research Systemic Treatments for Alopecia Areata: A Systematic Review
No systemic treatment for alopecia areata has strong evidence of effectiveness.
research Alopecia Areata: A Review of Treatments and Their Efficacy
Different treatments for alopecia areata have varying success rates and side effects; intralesional steroids are most effective.
research Chapter 20: Pathogenesis and Treatment of Alopecias
Hair loss from alopecia areata and androgenetic alopecia can be treated, but more effective and safer treatments are needed.
research Alopecia Areata: An Evidence-Based Treatment Update
Some treatments, like corticosteroids and sensitizing agents, can help with alopecia areata, but more high-quality research is needed.
research Dermatologic Therapy: December 1986 to December 1987
Various dermatologic treatments were effective for skin conditions like acne, rosacea, hair loss, and psoriasis from December 1986 to December 1987.
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The user has been taking oral finasteride 1.25mg daily for 9 months but is still experiencing hair recession. They plan to try topical minoxidil and consider oral minoxidil and dutasteride if needed.
community Oral vs topical finasteride for mpb
The user is experiencing increased hair loss and was diagnosed with male pattern baldness. They are considering using oral or topical finasteride to manage the condition and are contemplating cutting their hair short.
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Oral minoxidil can lead to increased body hair growth, especially in areas where hair already exists, but results vary by individual. Some users report noticeable changes within a few months, while others see minimal impact; concerns about excessive hair growth are common, but many prioritize hairline improvement over body hair concerns.
community Oral finasteride 2 months and topical minoxidil 1 month results
The user started using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil, showing promising hair regrowth in a short time. They plan to add microneedling and possibly a hair transplant in the future.
community Dirt cheap oral min is temporary unavailable until who knows when thanks to the amazing import laws
Oral minoxidil is temporarily unavailable in the USA due to import laws, prompting consideration of topical minoxidil as an alternative. Tariffs and political policies affect the availability and cost of hair loss treatments.