research Comparison of Oral Minoxidil, Finasteride, and Dutasteride for Treating Androgenetic Alopecia
Dutasteride is the most effective for hair loss but may cause sexual and mental side effects.
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research Oral Baricitinib Restores Hair Loss in Alopecia Areata
Baricitinib, a medication taken by mouth, was effective in regrowing hair for people with severe hair loss.
research Oral Minoxidil for the Treatment of Late Alopecia in Cancer Survivors
Oral minoxidil may help hair regrowth in female cancer survivors.
research Androgenetic Alopecia: Oral Minoxidil Versus Other Drug Therapies
Combining two treatments for hair loss works better than using just one.
research Treatment of Traction Alopecia with Oral Minoxidil
Oral minoxidil helped significantly regrow hair in a patient with traction alopecia.
research Treatment with Oral Vitamin D Alone, Topical Minoxidil, or Combination of Both in Patients with Female Pattern Hair Loss: A Comparative Clinical and Dermoscopic Study
Taking oral vitamin D and applying topical minoxidil together can better treat female pattern hair loss than using either treatment alone.
research Role of Low Dose Oral Minoxidil in the Treatment of Hair Loss: A Review
Low-dose oral minoxidil is effective and well-tolerated for treating hair loss.
research The Use and Abuse of Oral Contraceptive Pills Among Males: A Mixed-Method Explanatory Sequential Study Over Jordanian Community Pharmacists
Many males in Jordan misuse oral contraceptive pills for hair growth, muscle gain, and acne treatment.
research Emerging Oral Treatments: Oral Minoxidil for Androgenetic Alopecia
Oral minoxidil may be a better treatment for hair loss than topical minoxidil.
research Oral Isotretinoin Therapy and Milia Formation in Patients with Acne Vulgaris: A Prospective Study
Oral isotretinoin does not cause milia in acne patients.
research Adjuvant Treatment with Oral Minoxidil for Refractory Alopecia Areata to JAK Inhibitors
Combining oral minoxidil with JAK inhibitors helps regrow hair in severe alopecia areata cases.
research Oral Mesotherapy: Considered as an Adjunctive Technique for Different Surgical Procedures?
Mesotherapy might be a useful addition to dental surgery to reduce drug use and side effects, but more research is needed.
research Treatment of Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia with Oral Minoxidil
Oral minoxidil can potentially increase hair growth in people suffering from Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia.
research Efficacy of Oral Tofacitinib in the Treatment of Lichen Planopilaris
Oral tofacitinib significantly improves lichen planopilaris symptoms without adverse effects.
research Vitamin D Status and the Effect of Oral Vitamin D Treatment in Children with Alopecia Areata
Oral vitamin D treatment can help some children with alopecia areata who have vitamin D deficiency.
research Treatment of Severe Alopecia Areata with Oral Tofacitinib: A Case Series
Oral tofacitinib may be an effective and tolerable treatment for some people with severe alopecia areata.
research Treatment of Corticosteroid-Refractory Alopecia Totalis with Oral Tacrolimus
Oral tacrolimus may be a potential treatment for hair loss that doesn't respond to corticosteroids.
research Synergistic Effects of the Combination of Oral Herbal Composition and Topical Hair Tonic on Hair Growth in C57BL/6 Mice
Using both oral herbal supplements and hair tonic together works better for hair growth than using just the tonic.
research Use of Oral Contraceptives in the Management of Acne
Birth control pills with low-dose estrogen and antiandrogenic progestins can effectively treat acne.
research Oral Contraceptives: Their Mode of Action and Dermatologic Applications
Oral contraceptives can help treat skin issues like acne and excess hair.
research Oral Pathology: Clinical Pathologic Correlations (3rd Edition)
Patients with mandible reconstruction had better quality of life and function than those with soft-tissue reconstruction.
research Improvement in Androgenetic Alopecia (Stage V) Using Topical Minoxidil in a Retinoid Vehicle and Oral Finasteride
The combination of topical minoxidil and oral finasteride improved hair regrowth in a man with advanced hair loss.
research Elevation of Serum Triglyceride and Cholesterol Levels from Isotretinoin Therapy with Concomitant Oral Contraceptives
Taking oral contraceptives while on isotretinoin may increase the risk of high triglyceride and cholesterol levels.
research Low-Dose Oral Minoxidil Initiation for Patients With Hair Loss
An international expert consensus statement was developed to guide the off-label use of low-dose oral minoxidil (LDOM) for hair loss, involving 43 dermatologists from 12 countries. Through a modified Delphi process, consensus was reached on 76 items, including diagnoses, dosing for adults and adolescents, contraindications, and monitoring. However, consensus was not achieved for pediatric use and titration protocols. The statement aims to assist clinical practice until more data are available, highlighting the need for further research on pediatric use, comparative efficacy with topical minoxidil, long-term safety, and other off-label minoxidil forms.
research Low-Dose Oral Minoxidil in Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia: Series of 122 Patients
The study evaluated the effectiveness of low-dose oral minoxidil in treating frontal fibrosing alopecia (FFA) in 122 patients across centers in Brazil and Spain. Results showed that 45.1% of patients experienced subjective improvement in the frontotemporal hairline, with varying degrees of mild (34.4%), moderate (9.0%), and excellent (1.6%) improvement. Additionally, 57.4% saw improved hair density in the interparietal area, while 25.4% and 3.3% experienced eyebrow and eyelash growth, respectively. Adverse effects were reported in 33.6% of patients, with hypertrichosis being the most common at 23.8%. The study concluded that oral minoxidil is an effective additional therapy for FFA, enhancing hair and eyebrow growth and frontotemporal hairline density.
research Efficacy and Safety of Oral Minoxidil Versus Topical Solution in Androgenetic Alopecia: A Meta-Analysis of Randomized Clinical Trials
Oral and topical minoxidil are equally effective for hair loss, but oral minoxidil causes more unwanted hair growth.
research Comparison Between Topical Minoxidil 5% Alone Versus Combined With Dutasteride (Topical 0.02% Through Microneedling Or Oral 0.5 Mg) In Treatment Of Androgenetic Alopecia
This study compared the efficacy and safety of topical Minoxidil 5% alone versus combined with Dutasteride (either topical 0.02% through microneedling or oral 0.5 mg) in treating androgenetic alopecia (AGA) in 30 patients (24 males, 6 females). Over 16 weeks, all groups showed significant improvement, with the combination treatments (groups B and C) yielding better results in hair density and width than Minoxidil alone (group A). Group C, using topical Dutasteride with microneedling, showed the highest improvement and fewer systemic side effects compared to oral Dutasteride. The study concluded that combining Minoxidil with topical Dutasteride via microneedling is a promising and effective treatment for AGA with minimal side effects.
research Changes in Oral Minoxidil Prescription Following Media Attention: A Single-Institution Retrospective Study
Media attention increased oral minoxidil prescriptions for English-preferring patients but not for Spanish-preferring patients.
research Oral Minoxidil New York Times Coverage: The Impact on Patient Perceptions and Dermatologists’ Approaches to Androgenetic Alopecia
The New York Times article boosted interest in using low dose oral minoxidil for hair loss.
research Low-Dose Oral Minoxidil Initiation and Monitoring for Hair Loss: A Modified Delphi Consensus of Experts
Experts agree on guidelines for safely using low-dose oral minoxidil to treat hair loss.