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5 / 1000+ resultsresearch Placebo Response in Alopecia Studies
Placebo effects in alopecia treatments are likely due to study design, not real improvement.
research The Effect of Placebo in Split-Scalp and Whole-Head Platelet-Rich Plasma Trials for Androgenetic Alopecia Differs: Findings from a Systematic Review with Quantitative Evidence Syntheses
Placebo effects vary in hair loss trials, with split-scalp trials showing higher hair density after 6 months compared to whole-head trials.
research Effects of Long-Term Treatment With Finasteride (MK-906), a 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitor, on Circulating LH, FSH, Prolactin, and Estradiol
Finasteride safely lowers DHT levels without affecting hormone levels, helping with conditions like enlarged prostate, acne, and hair loss.
research The Placebo Effect And Randomized Trials: Analysis Of Conventional Medicine
The document concludes that it's important to understand the placebo effect when evaluating the effectiveness of treatments in medical trials.
research Social Pharmacology: Integrating Pharmaceutical and Social Science Research on Drug Effects
The conclusion is that combining social and cultural factors with pharmaceutical research could improve our understanding of how drugs work.
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5 / 954 resultscommunity The Placebo Group Has It Worse Than The Standard Prescription 0.5mg Group. -The fear is all in your head.
Dutasteride at 0.5mg may have fewer sexual side effects than expected, with many side effects attributed to psychological factors (nocebo effect). The placebo group experienced more side effects, suggesting fear and anxiety might contribute to perceived side effects.
community Here's why Pryiltamide "failed" phase 3 trials and marketed as a cosmetic
KX-826 failed Phase III trials due to high placebo effects, patient compliance issues, COVID-19 side effects, and detection method deviations. KX-826 is now marketed as a cosmetic and approved for combination with Minoxidil.
community Fin/Min/VitD 3 month progress pics
A user shared their positive 3-month experience using finasteride, minoxidil, and vitamin D to treat hair loss, noting significant regrowth and minimal shedding. They also discussed potential side effects and the low likelihood of experiencing them, while being open to answering further questions.
community Has Anyone Lost Morning Erections Due to Finasteride & Got Them Back?
Finasteride can cause sexual side effects like reduced libido and weaker erections, but experiences vary. Some users switch to dutasteride or topical treatments, while others stop finasteride to restore normal sexual function.
community Discussion on Finasteride and life.
Finasteride can aid hair regrowth but may cause side effects like depression and sexual dysfunction. Users discuss experiences with finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841, highlighting varied responses and the importance of informed treatment choices.