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    GlossaryPrednisone

    synthetic corticosteroid drug reducing inflammation and suppressing immune response

    Prednisone is a synthetic corticosteroid drug that mimics the effects of hormones your body naturally produces in your adrenal glands. It is commonly prescribed to reduce inflammation and suppress the immune system in conditions like asthma, arthritis, and autoimmune diseases, including certain types of alopecia.

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      powerful topical and oral anti-androgen used mostly by women

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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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      Heavy duty finasteride that comes with higher risks, but scalp injections seem safe and are gaining popularity

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      community Dutasteride High Libido. How come we don't talk about this?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  205 upvotes 1 month ago
      Dutasteride and finasteride can affect libido differently, with some experiencing increased libido and others decreased libido or erectile dysfunction. Dutasteride may increase testosterone levels but can also cause side effects like liver enzyme changes, while topical finasteride may have fewer sexual side effects.

      community Dermatologist wants me to stop topical min+fin as a teen

      in Minoxidil  7 upvotes 10 months ago
      A 17-year-old has been using topical minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss but is advised by a dermatologist to taper off due to age concerns. Other users suggest continuing minoxidil but stopping finasteride until at least 18, and consulting a specialized pediatric dermatologist.

      community Is itching related to hair loss?

      in Treatment  54 upvotes 2 years ago
      Hair loss, which is sometimes accompanied by itching. Treatments discussed include Minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841 and ketocazole shampoo.