research Alopecia: Unapproved Treatments or Indications
Many treatments for hair loss lack proper testing and FDA approval, so their effectiveness is uncertain.
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research A Preliminary Study on Topical Cetirizine in the Therapeutic Management of Androgenetic Alopecia
Topical cetirizine improves hair density and thickness in androgenetic alopecia, but more research is needed.
research Development and Characterization of Phyto-Vesicles of Beta-Sitosterol for the Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia
Phyto-vesicles of β-sitosterol may effectively treat hair loss.
research A Comprehensive Review on Phytochemistry and Pharmacological Effects of Stinging Nettle (Urtica dioica)
Stinging nettle has compounds that help with joint pain, arthritis, and prostate issues.
research Serenoa Repens (Saw Palmetto) for Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms: The Evidence for Efficacy and Safety of Lipidosterolic Extracts. Part III
Saw palmetto may improve urinary symptoms with fewer sexual side effects compared to some medications.
research Androgenetic Alopecia: Overview
AGA is a genetic, hormonal hair loss treated with finasteride, minoxidil, and supplements, but new compounds are being developed.
research Serenoa Repens (Saw Palmetto) for Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms: The Evidence for Efficacy and Safety of Lipidosterolic Extracts. Part I
Saw palmetto extract is generally safe and can effectively treat Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms, but its evaluation is affected by varying quality and a need for long-term studies.
research 5-Alpha-Reductase Inhibitors for Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms Secondary to Benign Prostatic Obstruction
5-alpha-reductase inhibitors help treat urinary symptoms from an enlarged prostate.
research Antiandrogens and Androgen Inhibitors in Dermatologic Treatments
Antiandrogens and androgen inhibitors like spironolactone, finasteride, and dutasteride can treat hair loss and skin conditions, but they have risks and side effects, including potential harm to pregnant women and risks of cancer and heart issues. Herbal remedies also have antiandrogenic effects but lack safety validation.
research Saw Palmetto
Saw palmetto can help with prostate issues and may promote hair growth.
research Iatrogenic Male Infertility
Medical treatments like chemotherapy and radiotherapy can harm sperm production, so freezing sperm before treatment is important for men who want children later.
research Beneficial Effects of Pumpkin Seed Oil as a Topical Hair Growth Promoting Agent in a Mice Model
Pumpkin seed oil may help hair grow and could be an alternative treatment for male hair loss.
research How to Defeat Male Pattern Alopecia in a Womanizer Who Abuses Libido Boosters
Massaging the scalp with a cosmetic containing certain natural inhibitors can significantly regrow hair in men with pattern baldness.
research Serenoa Repens for the Treatment of Capillary Disorders
Serenoa repens, a natural compound, can increase hair count and help repair capillaries, making it a promising treatment for hair loss.
research Female Pattern Alopecia: Its Importance in Medicine and Aesthetic Surgery
Female pattern hair loss is common and should be treated early to prevent worsening, with Minoxidil being the main approved treatment.
research Female Pattern Alopecia: Its Importance in Medicine and Aesthetic Surgery
More research is needed to find effective treatments for Female Pattern Hair Loss.
research Over-The-Counter Drugs Against Hair Loss
Most over-the-counter hair loss treatments lack strong evidence of effectiveness, except for minoxidil, which works but stops working if you stop using it.
research A Proprietary Herbal Extract Against Hair Loss in Androgenetic Alopecia and Telogen Effluvium: A Placebo-Controlled, Single-Blind, Clinical-Instrumental Study
The herbal extract was found to effectively reduce and prevent hair loss without any side effects.