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    medications that lower cholesterol by inhibiting HMG-CoA reductase

    Statins, also known as HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors, are a class of medications used to lower cholesterol levels in the blood. They work by blocking the enzyme HMG-CoA reductase, which is involved in the production of cholesterol in the liver. This helps reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases such as heart attacks and strokes.

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      community 15 years of finasteride/minoxidil

      in Update  194 upvotes 6 months ago
      A user shared a 15-year experience using minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss, stating that despite never missing a dose, their hairline continued to recede slowly. Other users suggested that the hair loss might be exacerbated by the use of steroids and recommended considering other treatments like dutasteride and RU58841.

      community Pointless to use ketoconazol 1%

      in Ketoconazole  6 upvotes 8 months ago
      The conversation is about the ineffectiveness of 1% ketoconazole for hair loss, with the user stating that studies support the 2% version and even that has minimal results. The user also mentions using minoxidil, which dries out their scalp, and ketoconazole worsens it.

      community My experience being on fin for almost 3 years (warning: LONG)

      in Update  57 upvotes 3 years ago
      User "flcv" shares their 3-year experience with finasteride for hair loss, stating no side effects and no change in hair thickness despite shedding cycles. They advise fellow fin users to trust the process and not worry about shedding.