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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 Recalcitrant Widespread Alopecia Areata in a Child Treated Successfully with Oral Methylprednisolone Pulse Therapy
Oral methylprednisolone pulse therapy helped an 11-year-old regrow 80% of his hair in six months.
research Factors Predicting Response to Oral Methylprednisolone Tapering Treatment in Alopecia Areata: A Retrospective Study
Younger patients and those with more hair loss are less likely to benefit from oral steroid treatment for hair loss, and low vitamin D may predict relapse.
research Treatment of Alopecia Areata With Oral Methylprednisolone Combined With Fractional Microneedle Radiofrequency
Combining oral methylprednisolone with microneedle radiofrequency improves hair growth in alopecia areata but may cause pain and side effects.
research Successful Alopecia Universalis Treatment with the Combination of Cyclosporine and Oral Corticosteroid: A Case Report
A combination of cyclosporine and oral corticosteroid successfully regrew hair in a 19-year-old with alopecia universalis.
research Lichen Planopilaris: A Therapeutic Management Review
Mycophenolate mofetil may improve symptoms and stop hair loss in Lichen planopilaris, but more research is needed.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Oral fin results on hairline 3month results
The user has been using oral Finasteride, Ketoconazole shampoo, and a dermaroller for 3 months, showing progress in hairline improvement. They are considering adding topical Minoxidil after evaluating the results from Finasteride.
community Oral minoxidil hypertension effect vanishes when mixed with water
Mixing 2.5mg of minoxidil powder with 150ml of water seems to eliminate its blood pressure effects, causing only a brief 20-second hypertension. The reason for this effect is unclear.
community Oral Finasteride topical minoxidil progress
The user is using oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, and tretinoin to treat hair loss. After two months, there is noticeable thickening and maintenance of the hairline.
community Oral 1mg Fin/ 2.5mg Min (Before/After)
The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically the transition from topical to oral minoxidil and finasteride, and the associated shedding phase. Users advise patience and consistency, noting that shedding is common and improvement may take several months.
community Is it okay to start oral minoxidil with creatine?
Oral minoxidil and creatine can be used together, but it's advised to start one at a time to monitor side effects. Creatine may increase DHT levels, potentially causing more hair shedding, while minoxidil can lower blood pressure, so hydration and monitoring for dizziness are important.