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    GlossaryTopical Treatment

    application of medication directly to skin or mucous membranes

    Topical treatment refers to the application of a medication directly to a specific area of the skin or mucous membranes to treat localized conditions. This method is commonly used for skin disorders, including alopecia, where treatments like creams, gels, or solutions are applied to the scalp to promote hair growth or reduce hair loss.

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      a topical anti-androgen with less systemic involvement

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      powerful topical and oral anti-androgen used mostly by women

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      a novel topical treatment that inhibits DHT on androgen receptors

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      a potent but unapproved and potentially problematic topical anti-androgen

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      hormone commonly taken for sleep aid has some topical benefits for hair

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      community What is the ultimate hair regrowth protocol

      in Treatment  29 upvotes 6 months ago
      The conversation covers aggressive hair regrowth treatments like Dutasteride, Minoxidil (oral and topical), RU58841, microneedling, and ketoconazole shampoo. It also mentions PRP, laser therapy, GHK-Cu injections, and hormone therapy for maximum regrowth.

      community M29 - 4 YEARS on Dutasteride - almost no progress

      in Chat  6 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      The user has been on a comprehensive hair loss treatment regimen for four years, including Dutasteride, topical and oral Minoxidil, and various other treatments, but has seen little progress and is considering a hair transplant. Despite trying multiple therapies, including PRP and exosome injections, the user is still experiencing hair thinning and is hesitant about trying peptides due to potential cancer risks.

      community Are we underestimating systemic absorption with homemade/generic Topical Fin? (HPCH vs. PG/Ethanol formulations)

      in Research/Science  4 upvotes 1 week ago
      Topical finasteride may have higher systemic absorption and lower efficacy when using a Propylene Glycol/Ethanol formulation compared to the hydroxypropyl chitosan (HPCH) formulation. The safety profile of topical finasteride relies heavily on the HPCH formulation, and using standard solutions might lead to different pharmacokinetics.