research Literature Review: Topical Finasteride: To Use or Not to Use?
Topical finasteride promotes hair growth with minimal side effects but needs more research for women and optimal use.
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research Evaluation of the Efficacy and Safety of Topical and Oral Treatments on Hormonal and Androgenetic Alopecia
The combination of oral finasteride and dutasteride with topical minoxidil effectively promotes new hair growth in most people, with minimal side effects.
research Efficacy of Platelet-Rich Plasma Versus 5% Topical Minoxidil for the Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia
PRP therapy is more effective than minoxidil for treating hair loss from androgenetic alopecia.
research Morphea-Like Lesion Following Topical Endectocide Application in a Cat
A cat developed a skin lesion from a topical solution, which healed with minoxidil treatment.
research Dermatological Drugs and Topical Agents
Certain skin drugs and topical agents, including some natural extracts and fragrances, can cause allergic reactions. Some hair dyes and extensions, as well as minoxidil, a hair growth treatment, can also cause allergies. Botulinum toxin A can effectively reduce sweat but may have temporary side effects.
research Successful Treatment of Resistant Alopecia Areata with a Phototoxic Dose of Ultraviolet A After Topical 8-Methoxypsoralen Application
This therapy effectively treats resistant alopecia areata with minimal side effects.
research Minoxidil: Mechanisms of Action on Hair Growth
Minoxidil boosts hair growth by opening potassium channels and increasing cell activity.
research Formulation and In Vitro Assessment of Minoxidil Niosomes for Enhanced Skin Delivery
Niosomes improve minoxidil skin delivery for hair loss treatment.
research Minoxidil Stimulates Cutaneous Blood Flow in Human Balding Scalps: Pharmacodynamics Measured by Laser Doppler Velocimetry and Photopulse Plethysmography
Minoxidil increases blood flow in balding scalps, possibly reversing hair loss.
research Human Hair Follicles Contain Two Forms of ATP-Sensitive Potassium Channels, Only One Sensitive to Minoxidil
One minoxidil-sensitive potassium channel exists in human hair follicles.
research Oral Minoxidil Treatment for Hair Loss: A Review of Efficacy and Safety
Oral minoxidil promotes hair growth but may cause side effects; needs monitoring.
research Successful Treatment of Alopecia Areata with Topical Calcipotriol
A boy with alopecia regrew hair using a vitamin D cream after other treatments failed.
research Female Androgenetic Alopecia: An Update on Diagnosis and Management
FAGA diagnosis uses blood tests and trichoscopy, with treatments like topical minoxidil, oral anti-androgens, and hormone-modulating drugs.
research Female Pattern Alopecia: Current Perspectives
Female pattern hair loss is caused by multiple factors and while treatments like topical minoxidil, hormone therapy, and low-level light therapy can help, none can fully cure it.
research Evaluation of Oral Minoxidil in the Treatment of Alopecia Areata
Oral minoxidil helps hair regrowth in 80% of alopecia patients, but only 18% see cosmetic improvement.
research Contact Dermatitis to Minoxidil
Minoxidil can cause skin irritation like eczema and rash in some users.
research Allergic Contact Dermatitis from Minoxidil
Minoxidil can cause allergic reactions, but testing helps identify the cause.
research Topically Applied Minoxidil May Cause Fetal Malformation: A Case Report
Minoxidil use during pregnancy may cause fetal harm.
research Topically Applied Minoxidil in Baldness
Minoxidil helps hair growth, but results vary.
research Assessment and Treatment Outcomes of Persistent Radiation-Induced Alopecia in Cancer Patients
Persistent radiation-induced hair loss is dose-dependent, and treatments like topical minoxidil can be effective.
research Monilethrix Treated with Minoxidil
Minoxidil 2% effectively treats Monilethrix without side effects.
research Interventions for Female Pattern Hair Loss
Topical minoxidil helps treat female pattern hair loss, but more research needed for other treatments.
research Treatment of Female Pattern Hair Loss with a Combination of Spironolactone and Minoxidil
Spironolactone and minoxidil together effectively treat female pattern hair loss.
research Minoxidil for Patchy Alopecia Areata: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Minoxidil effectively and safely treats patchy hair loss, but more research needed.
research Monilethrix: A Typical Case Report with Microscopic and Dermatoscopic Findings
A 6-year-old girl was diagnosed with a rare hair disorder and started treatment with topical minoxidil.
research Telogen Effluvium and Minoxidil
Minoxidil treatment may cause hair loss.
research Androgenetic Alopecia
Androgenetic alopecia is a common hair loss condition caused by testosterone effects on hair follicles, leading to thinner, shorter, and less pigmented hair, diagnosed using scalp dermoscopy and treated with topical minoxidil, antiandrogen agents, and 5-alpha reductase inhibitors.
research Treatment Options for Alopecia
The document concludes that oral finasteride and topical minoxidil are effective for genetic hair loss, while other treatments for different types of hair loss show promise but need more research.
research Minoxidil: A Comprehensive Review
Minoxidil effectively treats hair loss, especially androgenetic alopecia, but needs more research for better understanding.
research Interventions for Female Pattern Hair Loss
Topical minoxidil improves female pattern hair loss, finasteride not effective, laser devices show mixed results.