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research Over-The-Counter Drugs Against Hair Loss
Most over-the-counter hair loss treatments lack strong evidence of effectiveness, except for minoxidil, which works but stops working if you stop using it.
research Double Dosing
Taking the same medication under different brand names caused harmful side effects.
research Symptoms of Hypogonadism Caused by 5α-Reductase Inhibitors
A man's low testosterone and related symptoms improved after he stopped taking hair loss drugs.
research Acute Hepatitis After Treatment for Hair Loss with Oral Green Tea Extracts (Camellia Sinensis)
Green tea extract for hair loss may cause liver damage.
research Direct-To-Consumer Pharmaceutical Advertising: The Debate Is Not Over
The debate on direct-to-consumer pharmaceutical ads continues, with consumers finding them educational and doctors concerned about their impact on patient relationships and medication understanding.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity I rather have receding temples than diffused thinning all over
User with diffused thinning hair prefers receding temples, as hair transplant could fix it. Finasteride and minoxidil suggested to improve hair density.
community Dermatologist said that Minox ONLY is the way to go and that's the international medical concensus
A dermatologist advised using only minoxidil for hair loss, citing it as a lifelong therapy and dismissing finasteride due to potential side effects. Several users disagreed, recommending a combination of minoxidil and finasteride for better results.
community For me, Dutasteride works. w/ Proof pictures.
Dutasteride helped improve hair thickness and reduce crown visibility for the user, who experienced initial side effects like headaches and watery semen. The user takes Dutasteride every other day, costing $15 monthly, and advises consulting a doctor before starting the treatment.
community Fevipiprant 2019!
The conversation discusses Fevipiprant, an asthma drug that may block CRTH2 and potentially stop male pattern baldness (MPB) without inhibiting DHT. It also mentions the use of finasteride and dutasteride for hair loss.
community Minoxidil Is Very Dangerous to Cats and Dogs. Even small amounts.
Minoxidil is highly toxic to cats and dogs, even in small amounts. Users suggest switching to oral minoxidil or taking precautions to prevent pet exposure.