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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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5 / 1000+ resultsresearch Reduction of Oral Tetracycline on Lipolysis of Triglycerides in Hair Lipid
Oral tetracycline reduces fat breakdown in hair lipids.
research Critical Appraisal of Reports on the Treatment of Perioral Dermatitis
Most studies on perioral dermatitis treatment are of low quality, with some agreement on oral tetracycline effectiveness and stopping steroids and cosmetics.
research Successful Treatment of Iatrogenic Cutaneous Calcification by Tetracycline in a Labrador Retriever
Tetracycline successfully treated a Labrador's skin calcification and hair loss.
research Folliculitis Decalvans: A Multicenter Review of 82 Patients
Oral clindamycin and rifampicin are the most effective treatments for Folliculitis decalvans.
research Lichen Planopilaris After Hair Transplantation
Oral minoxidil improved male baldness, but had side effects; certain antibiotics effectively treated a rare scalp condition; hair transplants might trigger another scalp condition.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Lost density 60% all over scalp in 120 days (4months)
A user lost 60% hair density in 4 months, started finasteride and microneedling, and has greasy, flaky, yellowish scalp. They are awaiting biopsy results, and another user suggested trying ketoconazole shampoo.
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.
community I want to use oral minoxidil, but I think my heart might be sensitive.
Oral minoxidil may cause heart palpitations, especially in those sensitive to caffeine. It's advised to consult a doctor and consider starting at a low dose or using topical minoxidil.