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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 Ruxolitinib Induces Hair Regrowth in Patients with Moderate-to-Severe Alopecia Areata
Ruxolitinib effectively regrows hair in most patients with severe hair loss.
research Rapid Skin Repigmentation on Oral Ruxolitinib in a Patient with Coexistent Vitiligo and Alopecia Areata
A man with vitiligo and alopecia saw quick skin and hair improvement with ruxolitinib, but skin color gains were lost after stopping treatment.
research A Case of Topical Ruxolitinib Treatment Failure in Alopecia Areata
Topical ruxolitinib failed to regrow hair in a 66-year-old with alopecia areata.
research Efficacy and Safety of Different JAK Inhibitors in the Treatment of Alopecia Areata: A Network Meta-Analysis
Oral baricitinib and ruxolitinib are effective and safe for treating alopecia areata.
research Comparison of Ruxolitinib and a Collagen-Targeted PTH-Based Hair Cycle Stimulant on Hair Follicle Counts and Hair Growth in the C3H/HeJ Engrafted Mouse Model of Alopecia Areata
A PTH-based treatment improved hair regrowth better than ruxolitinib in a mouse model of hair loss.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity I had claude create a protocol only using fda approved drugs.
A new hair loss protocol using FDA-approved topical treatments targets eight pathways, potentially improving results by 60-75% compared to the standard 40-50% from oral minoxidil and finasteride. The protocol includes minoxidil, finasteride, tacrolimus, cetirizine, bimatoprost, lithium gluconate, losartan, melatonin, NAC, caffeine, and tretinoin, with a monthly cost of $35-50 in Mexico and $80-150 in the US.
community What else is good. Besides the big 3.
Key treatments for hair preservation include minoxidil, finasteride/dutasteride, and microneedling, with additional options like specific shampoos, oils, biotin, zinc, tretinoin, clascoterone, and low-level laser therapy. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle, reducing stress, and addressing nutrient deficiencies can also support hair health.
community Oral Min/Fin & Topical Min (November 2024 - January 2026)
The user followed a hair loss treatment routine using liquid minoxidil, oral minoxidil, and oral finasteride, with plans to stop topical minoxidil by mid-2026. They experienced significant improvement, especially in the crown area, after starting oral minoxidil.
community Thoughts about ORAL ketoconazole? (pills)
Oral ketoconazole is discussed as a potential hair loss treatment, but it poses significant health risks like liver damage and adrenal insufficiency. Users suggest safer alternatives like topical anti-androgens or spironolactone, emphasizing the importance of consulting a specialist.
community Oral min update for anyone curious. Finally past shedding and getting some bonus features.
A user reports improved hair thickness and regrowth after three months of using oral minoxidil, topical minoxidil, dutasteride, microneedling, biotin gummies, and ketoconazole shampoo, with no side effects so far. Another user shares a similar regimen, switching from finasteride to dutasteride due to continued hairline recession.