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Minoxidil sulfate, delivered through iontophoresis, can be used to treat hair loss.
9 citations,
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There are many treatments for common hair loss, but more trials are needed to decide which are best.
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March 2018 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” Androgens may block hair growth signals, targeting this could treat hair loss.
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