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research FC056 The Ideal Catagen of the Hair

September 1997 in “JEADV. Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology/Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology”

Blocking IL-1 could help treat some hair loss conditions; alopecia affects liver detox systems; spironolactone is better than finasteride for female hair growth; focusing on the catagen hair phase could lead to new alopecia treatments.

research Melatonin Membrane Receptors in Peripheral Tissues: Distribution and Functions

506 citations, January 2012 in “Molecular and Cellular Endocrinology”

Melatonin affects many body functions beyond sleep by interacting with specific receptors in various tissues.

research Comparison of Finasteride Versus Spironolactone in the Treatment of Idiopathic Hirsutism

September 1997 in “JEADV. Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology/Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology”

Spironolactone is more effective than finasteride in treating excessive hair growth in women.

research Pro-Inflammatory Cytokine Cascade in Human Plucked Hair

September 1997 in “JEADV. Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology/Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology”

Anti-IL-1 treatments might help with certain types of hair loss in people with high inflammation.

research The Liver Monooxygenase System in Patients with Alopecia

September 1997 in “JEADV. Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology/Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology”

Alopecia patients have a less active liver monoxygenase system, which can be treated with photochemotherapy and system inducers.

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community Being Safe on Oral Minoxidil: tl;dr on the literature.

in Research/Science 51 upvotes 3 months ago

Oral minoxidil is effective for hair loss but can cause cardiovascular side effects, such as pericardial effusion, especially in those with genetic predispositions. Starting with low doses and monitoring cardiovascular health are advised to reduce risks.

community Doctor says i shouldn't take fin because its "hormonal"

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 106 upvotes 7 months ago

A user in Turkey was advised by a dermatologist to avoid finasteride due to its hormonal effects and was prescribed minoxidil, shampoo, and vitamins instead. The user is considering seeking another doctor's opinion or buying finasteride directly from a pharmacy.

community 4 weeks in oral Minoxidil & Dut

in Is this regrowth? 166 upvotes 3 months ago

The conversation is about a user experiencing small hair regrowth after 4 weeks of using oral Minoxidil and Dutasteride, and considering a future FUE transplant. Some users express skepticism about the regrowth, while others share similar experiences or doubts about the effectiveness of the treatment.

community Finasteride and Oral Minoxidil in Turkey - what I’ve found out

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 11 upvotes 7 months ago

Finasteride is available in Turkey without a prescription, with 1mg tablets costing 800 Turkish lira and 5mg tablets costing 150 lira. Oral minoxidil capsules were found at Cerrahpaşa nur eczanesi, also without a prescription.

community Has anyone over age 35+ succeeded with Fin, dut or min

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 14 upvotes 9 months ago

People over 35 have seen success with finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride for hair loss. Results vary, with some noticing improvements in hair volume and hairline, while others emphasize patience and managing expectations.

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