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An essential vasodilator with some anti-androgenic effects, has excellent safety record
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research Side Effects of Low-Dose Oral Minoxidil for Treating Alopecia
Low-dose oral minoxidil can be effective for hair loss but should be avoided in people with certain heart conditions and severe liver problems.
research Nitroglycerin in Dermatology
Nitroglycerin ointment is now used to treat several skin conditions with fewer side effects.
research Direct Vasodilators and Sympatholytic Agents
Direct vasodilators and sympatholytic agents are still useful for certain conditions despite being less common due to side effects and newer drugs.
research 28 Hair Restoration
Modern hair restoration techniques can effectively treat hair loss and provide natural-looking results.
research A Canadian Consensus on Androgenetic Alopecia: Approach and Management
Experts recommend specific treatments like minoxidil and finasteride for managing hereditary hair loss.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Being Safe on Oral Minoxidil: tl;dr on the literature.
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 Minoxidil hairs not growing to full length
New hair growth from minoxidil and finasteride is not reaching full length, possibly due to slow growth cycles. Users discuss dosing strategies for oral minoxidil to improve efficacy and minimize side effects, with advice against consuming topical minoxidil orally.
community Long time lurker but first time posting. 4 months progress on oral Fin 1mg + topical minoxidil 5% × 10 years + dermaroller 1-2x/week.
The conclusion of the conversation is that the user, Michael_Scott1234, has been using topical minoxidil for a long time and recently started using oral finasteride and dermarolling. They have not experienced any side effects from finasteride and are happy with their progress.
community How finasteride lowers brain's happiness steroid allopregnanolone and causes depression: systemic dihydroprogesterone crosses blood brain barrier, you don't even need finasteride and brain 5ar for that
Finasteride may lower allopregnanolone levels, potentially affecting mood, but many users report improved mental health due to reduced hair loss. Experiences with finasteride and dutasteride vary, with some experiencing side effects and others finding them beneficial for hair retention and overall happiness.
community Is this Better Than Topical Minoxidil? Topical Diazoxide
Topical diazoxide may be a promising hair regrowth treatment, especially for those who don't respond to minoxidil, as it activates potassium channels without needing sulfation. It appears safe for topical use, avoiding systemic effects seen in oral use.