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An essential vasodilator with some anti-androgenic effects, has excellent safety record
learn Fluridil
a topical anti-androgen with less systemic involvement
learn Low Level Laser Therapy
laser therapy for anti-inflammatory and likely insignificant hair regrowth effects
learn RU58841
a potent but unapproved and potentially problematic topical anti-androgen
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5 / 1000+ resultsresearch Guidelines on the Safety of Light-Based Home-Use Hair Removal Devices from the European Society for Laser Dermatology
The ESLD recommends international safety guidelines and standards for home-use light-based hair removal devices.
research Regenerative Medicine for Hair Health: From Principles to Practice (Part II)
Regenerative therapies show promise for hair growth but need standardized protocols and safety guidelines.
research Discrimination and Proper Use of Polygoni Multiflori Radix, Cynanchi Wilfordii Radix, and Cynanchi Auriculati Radix in Korea: A Descriptive Review
The review suggests renaming two herbs to avoid confusion and recommends more research for safe use.
research Optical Hair Removal: Scientific Principles, Device Comparison, and Safety Guidelines
Optical hair removal devices showed potential for long-term hair removal in 1999.
research Reversible Vision Loss with Pituitary Microadenoma Following PRP Injection for Hair Growth: A Rare Case Report
PRP injections for hair growth can cause temporary vision loss, which may be resolved with treatment.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity 1 year on fin. No results. I give up.
A user who has been taking finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling for one year with no results, and the replies discuss other treatments, including dutasteride, which is feared due to potential side effects.
community Y'all, we have got to come to a consensus on the specifics of microneedling.
Microneedling can promote hair growth, but there is uncertainty about the best practices, including needle length, device, and session frequency. Users discuss using needle lengths between 0.5mm and 1.5mm, with some experiencing pinpoint bleeding, and emphasize the need for more reliable resources and guidelines.
community Advice on Disposing or Donating Unused Minoxidil Tablets
Unused Minoxidil tablets should be disposed of at a pharmacy with take-back services or according to packaging instructions. It's not recommended to give them to others due to legal and safety concerns.
community Microneedling Isn’t Snake Oil — It’s Evidence-Based. Let’s Talk Studies, Not Fear.
Microneedling is supported by research as an effective adjuvant treatment for hair loss, especially when combined with Minoxidil or Finasteride, with minimal side effects if done properly. Concerns about long-term safety and potential risks like infection or fibrosis remain, but many users report positive results.
community (comment) providing facts on people talking nonsense about minoxidil and BP-medicaton in general
Minoxidil is used for hair loss and sometimes for high blood pressure, but it's outdated for the latter. For high blood pressure, it's combined with a beta blocker and diuretic to manage side effects.