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Glossary Oral Supplements

products taken by mouth to supplement diet with nutrients

Oral supplements, also known as oral dietary supplements, are products taken by mouth that contain vitamins, minerals, herbs, amino acids, or other substances intended to supplement the diet. They are often used to address nutritional deficiencies, support overall health, or target specific health concerns, such as hair growth or immune function.

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research Clinical study on the efficacy and tolerability of an oral supplement based on arginine, l-cystine, zinc and B6 vitamin (Cystiphane®) in patients with telogen effluvium

June 2023 in “Italian journal of dermatology and venereology”

In this study, researchers evaluated an oral supplement containing arginine, l-cystine, zinc, and vitamin B6, finding it effective as an adjuvant treatment for telogen effluvium, as indicated by improved hair quantity and diameter after three months in 18 patients.

research A Pilot Study of the Efficacy in Treatment of Female Pattern Hair Loss using 5% Minoxidil Solution Combined with Oral Chelated Zinc Supplement

2 citations , January 2014 in “Hair therapy & transplantation”

This study found that combining oral chelated Zinc with 5% minoxidil solution improved hair density and hair shaft diameter in women with female pattern hair loss, without reported side effects.

research Clinical response of alopecia, trichorrhexis nodosa, and dry, scaly skin to zinc supplementation

22 citations , December 1992 in “The journal of pediatrics/The Journal of pediatrics”

This study reported that oral zinc therapy improved hair and skin abnormalities in patients with dry brittle hair, alopecia, and other symptoms, regardless of demonstrated zinc deficiency.

research A study on efficacy of oral zinc therapy for treatment of acrodermatitis enteropathica

5 citations , April 2013 in “Nasza Dermatologia Online”

This study reports no new clinical results on oral zinc therapy for acrodermatitis enteropathica but provides demographic data and symptom prevalence among thirty affected children.

research Nutrition, Oral Supplements, and Alternative Therapies for Hair Loss

January 2026 in “Updates in clinical dermatology”

Proper nutrition and alternative therapies can help manage hair loss.

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community Current regimen: Topical finasteride 0.3% Minoxidil 6% once daily. 5 months. Also just started taking Zinc 20MG daily. Saw Palmetto 450mg daily. Hair, skin & nails supplements (includes a bunch of vitamins essential for hair skin and nails) Was debating on adding oral finasteride. Thoughts?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 6 upvotes 1 year ago

The user is using a regimen of topical finasteride 0.3% and minoxidil 6% daily, along with zinc, saw palmetto, and hair supplements, but is unsure about the results and considering adding oral finasteride. Other users share mixed experiences with similar treatments, suggesting patience or switching to oral forms.

community Clinical efficacy of popular oral supplements for AA

1 upvotes 5 years ago

Vitamins and minerals like vitamin E, zinc, and iron may aid hair growth, especially in cases of deficiency. Pumpkin seed oil, saw palmetto, horsetail, and AminoMar show some promise for improving hair health and count.

community Best supplements to compliment finasteride protocol

17 upvotes 2 months ago

The conversation discusses supplementing a finasteride regimen for hair loss with Omega 3, Vitamin D/K, Zinc, probiotics, and possibly adding oral minoxidil, magnesium, astaxanthin, and B vitamins. Users suggest testing nutrient levels before adding supplements like zinc and iron, and consider biotin, keratin, and possibly switching to dutasteride or adding topical minoxidil.

community My hair transformation oral fin+min topical min and HT

37 upvotes 1 year ago

The user is 6 months post-hair transplant and uses finasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, along with supplements like omega-3, vitamin D3, and zinc. They are experiencing significant shedding and seek advice on whether the medications are effective and if the shedding will settle.

community Are these Multivitamin and zinc tablets safe while on Finasteride

3 years ago

The conversation discusses the safety of taking multivitamins and zinc tablets while using finasteride. Users share experiences with additional supplements like vitamin D3, K2, biotin, and oral minoxidil.

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