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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 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 2.5mg, oral fin 1mg, 2mm derma roller, discouraged by results after a month
The user is using oral Minoxidil 2.5 mg, oral Finasteride 1 mg, and a 2mm derma roller for hair loss but feels discouraged by the lack of results after a month. They are seeking advice and considering additional methods like antiandrogens, exercise, and dietary changes.
community How Dangerous is Oral Min Really?
Oral minoxidil is generally effective for hair loss but may cause side effects like heart palpitations and facial puffiness. Users highlight the importance of monitoring blood pressure due to potential cardiovascular risks.
community Oral minoxidil + microneedling - pointless?
Oral minoxidil is considered effective for hair growth, and some users combine it with microneedling despite mixed opinions on its additional benefits. Concerns about microneedling include potential scarring and lack of conclusive evidence on its effectiveness when used with oral treatments.
community Oral Dutasteride before vs After !
A 27-year-old male experienced hair thickening using a specialized pill containing Dutasteride and Minoxidil, despite taking it irregularly due to being away from home. He plans to resume a more regular dosing schedule for better results, as he noticed side effects like brain fog and decreased libido.