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a natural and far less effective alternative to Finasteride
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glaucoma medication with hair follicle stimulant effects
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a JAK inhibitor for alopecia areata and other autoimmune conditions
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5 / 1000+ resultsresearch Patient-Reported Outcome Assessment and Objective Evaluation of Chemotherapy-Induced Alopecia
The Hair Check tool can measure hair loss, but patients' own reports are more reliable for assessing hair loss during chemotherapy.
research PSS21 Gap Analysis for Patient-Reported Outcomes Measures for Alopecia
No current patient-reported outcome measure fully meets FDA requirements for alopecia treatments.
research Patient-Reported Outcomes of Topical Finasteride/Minoxidil Treatment for Male Androgenetic Alopecia: A Retrospective Study Using Telemedical Data
Topical finasteride/minoxidil is effective but not better than oral finasteride for hair loss.
research Patient-Reported Outcomes and Safety of Direct-to-Consumer Teledermatology for Finasteride in Male Androgenetic Alopecia
Most men using teledermatology for hair loss treatment saw improved hair and self-esteem, with some experiencing side effects.
research Patient-Reported Outcomes for Scalp, Eyebrow, and Eyelash Hair Loss in Patients with Severe Alopecia Areata Treated with Baricitinib: 152 Week Results from Two Phase 3 Clinical Trials
Baricitinib helps long-term hair regrowth in severe alopecia areata patients.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Dutasteride takes 1-3 months to work in the scalp. Not weeks. Be careful.
Dutasteride takes 1-3 months to affect scalp DHT levels, not just a week. The prostate absorbs Dutasteride faster than the scalp due to different vascular networks and enzyme densities.
community Evidenced Based Meta-Analyses and Systemic Reviews of Androgenic Alopecia and Treatments
Evidence-based treatments for androgenic alopecia, such as minoxidil, finasteride, low-level laser light therapy, dutasteride, platelet-rich plasma, and topical ketoconazole. It discusses the efficacy, safety, and mechanism of action of these treatments, as well as future developments in understanding this polygenic condition.
community First patient dosed with Pyrilutamide (Kintor) Phase III
First patient dosed with Pyrilutamide (Kintor) Phase III for hair loss treatment. Pyrilutamide differs from approved treatments as it competes with DHT to bind hair follicles, potentially reducing side effects.
community Be careful when switching from Finasteride to Dutasteride because for more efficacy.
Switching from finasteride to dutasteride may be more effective for hair regrowth due to dutasteride's stronger enzyme inhibition, but combining both drugs could enhance results. Some users report better outcomes with dutasteride, while others recommend a gradual transition to prevent potential hair loss.
community My progress story for my hair loss treatment
User's hair loss treatment progress includes 1 mg finasteride, 2.5 mg minoxidil tablets twice daily, microneedling 3 times a week, and Fungoral shampoo twice weekly. Good progress and minimal side effects reported.