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    Glossary Cimetidine

    medication reduces stomach acid and may treat certain hair loss

    Cimetidine, also known by the brand name Tagamet, is a medication primarily used to treat conditions like ulcers, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), and other issues caused by excess stomach acid. It works by blocking histamine H2 receptors in the stomach lining, thereby reducing acid production. Interestingly, cimetidine has also been explored for off-label uses, such as treating certain types of hair loss (alopecia) due to its potential immune-modulating effects.

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      Treatment of Female Androgenetic Alopecia With Cimetidine

      research Treatment of Female Androgenetic Alopecia With Cimetidine

      19 citations , March 1987 in “International Journal of Dermatology”
      This study reports that cimetidine treatment resulted in good to excellent hair regrowth in 70% of the small group of women with androgenetic alopecia, with no major side effects observed.
      Formulation and Evaluation of Cimetidine as a Topical Preparation

      research Formulation and Evaluation of Cimetidine as a Topical Preparation

      1 citations , June 2007 in “Almustansiriya journal of pharmaceutical sciences/˜Al-œMustansiriyah journal of pharmaceutical sciences”
      This study found that a cimetidine 10% cream with sodium lauryl sulphate significantly increased drug diffusion through mouse skin and showed promise in treating warts in a preliminary clinical trial.
      Treatment of Female Androgenic Alopecia with Cimetidine

      research Treatment of Female Androgenic Alopecia with Cimetidine

      September 1987 in “International Journal of Dermatology”
      Cimetidine is not a first-choice treatment for female hair loss, and there's no consistently successful treatment for this condition in men or normal hormone level women.
      Hair Loss in Women: Comprehensive Overview and Treatment Options

      research Hair Loss in Women

      81 citations , March 2009 in “Seminars in Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery”
      This review discusses the classifications, diagnostic methods, and treatment strategies for female pattern hair loss, but reports no clinical results.
      Hair Biology

      research Hair Biology

      33 citations , August 2018 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America”
      This review discusses various biologics for hair aging but reports no agent capable of reversing the natural aging process of hair.
      Antiandrogen Therapy in Dermatology

      research ANTIANDROGEN THERAPY IN DERMATOLOGY

      32 citations , November 1996 in “International Journal of Dermatology”
      This review discusses the use of antiandrogen therapy in dermatology, covering treatments for conditions like acne, hirsutism, and androgenic alopecia but reports no new clinical findings.
      Alopecia: Unapproved Treatments or Indications

      research Alopecia: unapproved treatments or indications

      22 citations , March 2000 in “Clinics in Dermatology”
      This study developed a method using HPLC with UV-DAD and ESI-MS detection to identify prohibited substances like minoxidil and hormones in cosmetic products advertised online for hair loss and skin conditions.

      research [Drug-induced alopecia: review of the literature].

      20 citations , September 1995 in “PubMed”
      This review discusses the wide range of drugs potentially causing reversible or irreversible hair loss and emphasizes the difficulty of diagnosing drug-induced alopecia without withdrawal of the suspected medication; it reports no new clinical findings.
      Clinical Updates in Hair

      research CLINICAL UPDATES IN HAIR

      19 citations , January 1997 in “Dermatologic Clinics”
      This chapter reviews various antiandrogens and androgen inhibitors, detailing their mechanisms, uses, and side effects, with a focus on spironolactone, finasteride, dutasteride, and oral contraceptives.
      Other Antiandrogens: Alternative Treatments for Acne and Hirsutism

      research Other Antiandrogens

      11 citations , January 1998 in “Dermatology”
      This review explores various substances with potential antiandrogenic effects for treating acne, highlighting evidence for isotretinoin, and discusses the future consideration of 5 alpha-reductase inhibitors as antiandrogens.
      Minoxidil and Tail-Like Effect in Alopecia Areata

      research Minoxidil and Tail-like Effect

      2 citations , September 1987 in “International Journal of Dermatology”
      Minoxidil caused hair to grow in unintended areas, like a tail, in a young girl.

      research Therapy of alopecia

      January 2005 in “Farmaceutski glasnik”
      This review discusses various substances used in the treatment of alopecia, highlighting the roles of minoxidil and finasteride, but reports no new experimental findings.
      Dermatologic Therapy: December 1986 to December 1987

      research Dermatologic therapy: December 1986 to December 1987

      July 1988 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”
      This article reviews therapeutic advances published between December 1986 and December 1987 but reports no new research findings; readers are advised to consult the original articles before considering new therapies.

      research Topical Minoxidil for Hair Loss in Women

      6 citations , November 1990 in “DICP”
      This study found that rapidly administered intravenous cimetidine may cause a significant drop in blood pressure in critically ill patients, whereas ranitidine does not appear to have the same effect.
      Asl Us Soos [Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Linn)]: An Evidence-Based Review on Its Phytopharmacological, Therapeutic Potential and Gastroduodenal Ulcer Activity

      research Asl us soos [Glycyrrhiza glabra (Linn)]: An evidence-based review on its phytopharmacological, therapeutic potential and gastrodudenal ulcer activity

      January 2026 in “International Journal of Unani and Integrative Medicine”
      This study evaluated the antiulcer potential of Glycyrrhiza glabra and found that its hydroalcoholic extract demonstrated dose-dependent protective effects against various ulcer models, comparable to standard drugs like omeprazole and cimetidine, by enhancing mucosal defenses and reducing stomach acid production.
      Percutaneous Drug Delivery to the Hair Follicle

      research Percutaneous drug delivery to the hair follicle

      1 citations , January 2001 in “Journal of Toxicology-cutaneous and Ocular Toxicology”
      This review discusses the roles of hair follicles and sebaceous glands in percutaneous transport and reports no new results, noting a lack of adequate models and methodologies.

      research Research progress on drug-induced gynecomastia

      October 2015 in “药物不良反应杂志”
      This review describes drug-induced gynecomastia, which results from an imbalance between estrogen and androgen action, listing potential treatments but no new clinical results.
      Dermatologic Therapy: December 1987 to December 1988

      research Dermatologic therapy: December 1987 to December 1988

      February 1990 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”
      This review summarizes therapeutic advances reported in English-language literature from December 1987 to December 1988 and states no new clinical results.
      Adverse Drug Reactions Reported in 1978

      research October 27, 1978

      January 1978 in “Clin-Alert”
      A document listed serious side effects from various drugs, including deaths and diseases, emphasizing the importance of being aware of drug side effects.
      Use of Cetirizine in Androgenetic Alopecia

      research Uso de cetrizina en alopecia androgenética

      September 2024 in “Revista Científica de Salud BIOSANA”
      This systematic review explored the potential of cetirizine, an anti-inflammatory antihistamine, as a complementary treatment for androgenetic alopecia, reporting that it might help prevent hair follicle miniaturization by reducing inflammation and modulating immune activity, without notable side effects.
      Finasteride

      research Finasteride

      January 2016 in “Elsevier eBooks”
      Finasteride helps hair growth.
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