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    GlossaryTargeted Drug Delivery (Targeted Therapy)

    method of delivering medication directly to specific cells

    Targeted Drug Delivery, also known as Targeted Therapy, is a method of delivering medication directly to specific cells or tissues, minimizing exposure to healthy cells and reducing side effects. This approach is particularly useful in treating diseases like cancer, where drugs can be directed to attack only cancerous cells, thereby improving treatment efficacy and patient outcomes.

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      community Average tressless user after taking oral minoxidil

      in Satire  1446 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about hair loss and the use of minoxidil (Minoxidil) and finasteride (Fin) as treatments. The conclusion is that some users have seen success in maintaining their hair with minoxidil, but there are varying opinions on the effectiveness of the treatments.

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      in Microneedling  194 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user experienced positive hair growth results using microneedling with rosemary and mint oil, without Minoxidil, Finasteride, or RU58841. They switched from a dermaroller to a microneedling pen and targeted different scalp areas weekly.

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      in Treatment  3 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing intense hair shedding all over the scalp after applying pyrilutamide to the hairline and taking oral castor oil. They are also using topical finasteride and latanoprost, but are unsure which treatment is causing the shedding.