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research Spink5-deficient mice mimic Netherton syndrome through degradation of desmoglein 1 by epidermal protease hyperactivity

372 citations , December 2004 in “Nature Genetics”

research Treatment of Hirsutism With Spironolactone

183 citations , March 1982 in “JAMA”

This study reported that spironolactone at 200 mg/day significantly improved facial hair growth in women with hirsutism and showed a sustained reduction in ovarian androgens over one year.

research Comparison of flutamide and spironolactone in the treatment of hirsutism: a randomized controlled trial

165 citations , February 1994 in “Fertility and Sterility”

This study found that flutamide was more effective than spironolactone in reducing symptoms of hirsutism and related conditions in premenopausal women, with fewer discontinuations due to side effects.

research The effects of two doses of spironolactone on serum androgens and anagen hair in hirsute women

142 citations , February 1985 in “Fertility and sterility”

This study found that spironolactone reduced serum androstenedione and anagen hair shaft diameter in hirsute patients but did not significantly alter unbound testosterone levels, suggesting its effects are primarily peripheral.

research Delta Opioid Receptors Presynaptically Regulate Cutaneous Mechanosensory Neuron Input to the Spinal Cord Dorsal Horn

140 citations , February 2014 in “Neuron”

This study found that the opioid system, particularly via the delta opioid receptor, broadly regulates cutaneous mechanosensation, including touch, and suggests targeting this receptor could alleviate injury-induced mechanical hypersensitivity.

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community spironolactone vs dutasteride Which one is more effective?

1 upvotes 5 months ago

Spironolactone and dutasteride are compared for effectiveness in treating hair loss. The focus is on which treatment works better, regardless of side effects.

community Spironolactone vs finasteride - advice for female with AGA

2 upvotes 10 months ago

Spironolactone and finasteride are not recommended for women planning pregnancy due to birth defect risks. Both need to be stopped months before conception, and finasteride is generally not advised for women.

community Spironolactone and pregnancy planning

in Female 2 upvotes 1 year ago

A user with AGA uses topical spironolactone 2% due to side effects from the oral form and is concerned about its use during conception and breastfeeding. They seek alternatives to prevent AGA relapse while planning pregnancy and after childbirth.

community spironolactone pills to topical

in Research/Science 6 upvotes 1 year ago

Crushing spironolactone pills and combining them with minoxidil for topical application may be effective for hair loss, with the addition of finasteride suggested. Adding rosemary and peppermint oils can help mask the unpleasant smell.

community Does the effect of spironolactone on androgenetic alopecia really weaken over time?

4 upvotes 1 year ago

Spironolactone can remain effective for a long time in treating androgenetic alopecia, but it may not completely stop hair loss. Hair loss treatments like spironolactone, finasteride, and dutasteride slow down hair loss rather than cure it, and their effectiveness can vary based on individual response and the aggressiveness of the condition.

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powerful topical and oral anti-androgen used mostly by women

How does spironolactone help reduce hair loss when used in topical or oral treatments? Studies report that spironolactone slows androgen-driven follicle miniaturisation by blocking androgen receptors, with most evidence in women and mostly alongside minoxidil; it is a prescription drug and its use for hair loss is off-label.
Is spironolactone better for hair regrowth as a pill or as a scalp solution? Oral spironolactone has the stronger published evidence for hair regrowth; topical versions cause fewer systemic side effects but have been studied far less, and no trial has compared the two head to head.
Who can safely use spironolactone for hair thinning and androgen-related hair loss? Women with androgen-related hair loss can safely use spironolactone under medical supervision.
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