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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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research Oral Medications for Central Serous Chorioretinopathy: A Literature Review
Some oral medications may help treat central serous chorioretinopathy, especially eplerenone, but more research is needed.
research Tufted Hair Folliculitis: Complete Enduring Response After Treatment With Rifampicin
Rifampicin effectively treated tufted hair folliculitis with no relapse after one year.
research Folliculitis Decalvans Including Tufted Folliculitis: Clinical, Histological, and Therapeutic Findings
Folliculitis decalvans and tufted folliculitis are related, and a new treatment with rifampicin and clindamycin is effective.
research Treatment Options for Alopecia
The document concludes that oral finasteride and topical minoxidil are effective for genetic hair loss, while other treatments for different types of hair loss show promise but need more research.
research Management of Primary Cicatricial Alopecias: Options for Treatment
There are many treatments for permanent hair loss disorders, but their effectiveness varies and there's no clear best option.
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community Oral Minox isn’t working, where do I go next
A user is experiencing uneven hair thinning and has tried topical minoxidil without success and finasteride with adverse effects. They are considering microneedling and PRP treatments while avoiding finasteride, and another user suggests trying dutasteride as an alternative.
community Oral fin 1mg + oral min 2.5mg 100 days
The user experienced improved hair density and some regrowth after 100 days of using oral finasteride (1mg) and oral minoxidil (2.5mg), with plans to add microneedling and ketoconazole shampoo. Despite some initial side effects, they report no current issues and intend to continue the treatment.
community Oral fin for 6.5 months and min for 3 months
A 20-year-old has been using finasteride for 6.5 months and minoxidil for 3 months, experiencing hair shedding and considering adding dutasteride. They also use dermastamping occasionally and Nizoral shampoo 3-4 times a week.
community Oral Finasteride 1.25mg - 9 Months
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.