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highly targeted anti-androgen that might have minimal systemic effects
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a synthetic estrogen used topically as an anti-androgen
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Frontline, gold standard treatment for combatting androgenic alopecia
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Heavy duty finasteride that comes with higher risks, but scalp injections seem safe and are gaining popularity
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research Safety of Dermatologic Medications in Pregnancy and Lactation
Some skin medications are safe during pregnancy and breastfeeding, but others can harm the baby and should be avoided.
research Safety of Dermatologic Medications in Pregnancy and Lactation
Most dermatologic medications are safe during pregnancy and breastfeeding, but some should be avoided due to potential risks.
research New Changes in Pregnancy and Lactation Labeling: Review of Dermatologic Drugs
The new FDA labeling rules provide more detailed drug safety information for pregnant and breastfeeding women, but more data is needed on the risks of many dermatologic drugs.
research Dermatological Medications and Local Therapeutics During Pregnancy
Use some skin medications with caution during pregnancy; avoid strong steroids, certain eczema treatments, and systemic retinoids, but many topical treatments and nasal sprays are safe.
research Perspectives in Head and Neck Medical Oncology
The document concludes that systemic therapy is becoming more important in treating head and neck cancer, with new treatments showing promise.
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5 / 992 resultscommunity A Systemic Review on Topical Marketed Formulations, Natural Products, and Oral Supplements to Prevent Androgenic Alopecia: A Review
Topical formulations, natural products, and CAM therapies are being used to treat Androgenic alopecia to avoid side effects of Finasteride and Minoxidil. The review covers various low-risk, alternative treatment options.
community My Ultimate Hair Regrowth Regimen: Minimizing Systemic Exposure While Maximizing Results
The regimen includes using a diluted 5.5% Minoxidil / 0.025% Finasteride solution daily, microneedling weekly, and ketoconazole shampoo twice a week to minimize systemic exposure while maximizing scalp DHT reduction. The goal is to achieve hair regrowth with minimal side effects.
community If apply topical fin goes systemic then does it matter where I apply it on the scalp?
The conversation is about whether topical finasteride and minoxidil need to be applied directly to the affected areas of the scalp or if they can be spread through blood vessels. It also asks how long topical finasteride remains on a pillow.
community Ru with gloves because of Systemic absorption?
The conversation is about whether to use gloves when applying 5% RU58841 to avoid systemic absorption and if washing hands with water is sufficient. Users question the concern, noting it is applied to the scalp.
community New systematic review on topical and systemic spironolactone (2023)
Hair loss treatments discussed include Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841. Topical and oral spironolactone show potential in improving hair growth when combined with topical Minoxidil.