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    GlossaryPharmacotherapy (Pharmacological Treatment)

    use of medications to treat medical conditions

    Pharmacotherapy, also known as drug therapy or medication therapy, involves the use of medications to treat various medical conditions. This approach leverages the therapeutic effects of drugs to manage symptoms, cure diseases, or prevent health issues, and is often tailored to individual patient needs based on factors like age, weight, and specific health conditions.

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      community Does anyone here use everything except Fin

      in Minoxidil  23 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about hair loss treatments, specifically Minoxidil (Min) and Finasteride (Fin). The original poster is considering using Min and other treatments but is hesitant about Fin, while the responses vary, with some advocating for early use of Fin and others warning about potential side effects.

      community Androgenetic alopecia is a skin disease: DHT-mediated skin disorders

      in Research/Science  65 upvotes 1 year ago
      Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) impacts various skin conditions, including Androgenetic alopecia and seborrheic dermatitis, by causing overactivity in sebaceous glands. Topical medications Tacrolimus and Clobetasol can reduce these inflammatory conditions, and treatments like RU58841, Minoxidil, and Finasteride may also be beneficial.

      community Who here has maintained with finasteride for decades?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  133 upvotes 1 year ago
      People have been using finasteride for 10 to 20+ years to maintain their hairline, with many reporting success and no significant side effects. Some users have combined finasteride with minoxidil for better results, and a few have switched to dutasteride or added hair transplants when finasteride was less effective.