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GlossaryPsychotropic Drugs (Psychotropic Medications)

substances that alter brain function to affect mood and behavior

Psychotropic drugs, also known as psychotropic medications or psychopharmaceuticals, are substances that affect the mind, emotions, and behavior by altering brain function. They are commonly used to treat mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, schizophrenia, and bipolar disorder. These drugs work by influencing neurotransmitters, the chemicals in the brain that transmit signals between nerve cells.

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research Investigating the Effectiveness of Treatments Used in Trichotillomania

April 2016 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

Different treatments are effective for hair loss conditions, but results vary by individual factors.

research Alopecia Due to Psychotropic Medications

37 citations , May 1999 in “Annals of pharmacotherapy/The annals of pharmacotherapy”

Some psychotropic medications can rarely cause hair loss, and stopping these drugs usually reverses the condition.

research Quetiapine-Induced Hair Loss in an Adolescent Case

3 citations , February 2014 in “Anadolu psikiyatri dergisi”

A teenager's hair loss was caused by the drug quetiapine but improved after stopping the medication.

research Alopecia Areata Associated With Haloperidol Decanoate Long-Acting Injection

2 citations , January 2012 in “Australian and New Zealand journal of psychiatry”

Haloperidol decanoate can cause alopecia areata.

research Bipolar Patients and Bullous Pemphigoid After Risperidone Long-Acting Injectable: A Case Report and Literature Review

3 citations , October 2021 in “Brain Sciences”

Long-term use of Risperidone may be linked to a serious skin condition in bipolar patients, affecting their overall well-being.

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community 21M Started young, treated early, but non-responder to dht blockers

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 55 upvotes 8 months ago

A 21-year-old male uses minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride for hair loss but still experiences progression with high DHT levels. Suggestions include increasing dosages, checking for deficiencies, considering a hair system, or consulting a specialist.

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in Finasteride/Dutasteride 727 upvotes 1 year ago

You cannot donate blood if you are taking finasteride or dutasteride due to potential risks to pregnant women. Finasteride has a shorter wait time to donate blood compared to dutasteride, and both oral and topical forms can disqualify you from donating.

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in Finasteride/Dutasteride 99 upvotes 5 years ago

User spent 23 years on Finasteride with side effects like weight gain and reduced libido. Switched to topical Finasteride, side effects reduced and waiting for results.

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in Chat 91 upvotes 3 years ago

Considering treatments for hair loss, including Minoxidil, Finasteride, RU58841, Fluridil and Pyrilutamide. The user is weighing the risks of taking unapproved medication before it has been mass produced.

community Telogen Effluvium/Chronic TE and immune-related hair loss advice

4 upvotes 7 years ago

Chronic Telogen Effluvium can be managed by avoiding inflammatory foods, exercising, staying hydrated, and using supplements like krill oil, saw palmetto, or licorice root. Minoxidil is discouraged due to its cost and potential for worsening hair loss, while castor oil is recommended to strengthen hair roots and reduce shedding.