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glaucoma medication with hair follicle stimulant effects
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research Prostaglandin-Induced Hair Growth
Latanoprost can make eyelashes longer, thicker, and darker.
research Hypertrichosis of the Malar Areas and Poliosis of the Eyelashes Caused by Latanoprost
Latanoprost eye drops caused excessive cheek hair growth and eyelash whitening in a woman.
research Characterization of Prostaglandin F2α Receptors in Human Eyelids
PGF2α receptors in human eyelids are found in specific parts of hair follicles, explaining eyelash changes with glaucoma treatment.
research Periocular Pigmentation Associated with Use of Travoprost for the Treatment of Alopecia Areata of the Eyelashes
Travoprost can help eyelash growth but may cause darkening around the eyes.
research Hypertrichosis of the Malar Areas and Poliosis of the Eyelashes Caused by Latanoprost
Latanoprost eye drops caused excessive hair growth and eyelash whitening in a woman.
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5 / 102 resultscommunity Compounded topicals
BionicBell discussed using Bimatoprost, a medication typically for eyelash growth, for hair loss and mentioned a compounding pharmacy that can mix it with other ingredients like minoxidil and finasteride. They are seeking advice on using topical finasteride for female pattern baldness and are considering a custom foam combination to maximize hair growth results.
community My dermatologist didn't give me finasteride and instead gave me latanoprost and some cream
User asked dermatologist for finasteride, received latanoprost and diprogenta cream instead. Others suggest latanoprost is expensive and not better than minoxidil, recommend trying another doctor for finasteride.
community DLQ01: A Better "Minoxidil" PGF2a synthetic analogue.
DLQ01, a prostaglandin F2α analog, shows promise for hair growth by directly stimulating PGE2/PGF receptors without needing conversion, and can be combined with minoxidil and retinoids like tretinoin for enhanced effectiveness. Minoxidil's efficacy may be reduced by COX-1 inhibitors, but using prostaglandin analogs like Latanoprost or Bimatoprost can help maintain its effectiveness.
community You will lose hair if your prostaglandins aren't in balance
Prostaglandin balance affects hair loss, particularly in conditions like Lichen Planopilaris, where an imbalance can lead to hair follicle damage. Treatments mentioned include prostaglandin analogs and Pioglitazone HCL, with a focus on maintaining prostaglandin equilibrium for potential hair regrowth.
community 8 months on Fin and Min, with no change. Give up or switch to dut and add micro needling?
A user has seen no progress after 8 months on finasteride and minoxidil and is considering switching to dutasteride and adding microneedling or quitting and getting a hair system. Another user suggests adding microneedling and dutasteride and buzzing the hair down.