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research Phase I/II randomized bilateral half-head comparison of topical bexarotene 1% gel for alopecia areata

44 citations , October 2009 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology”

This study reported that 1% bexarotene gel was well tolerated and possibly effective for inducing partial hair regrowth in alopecia areata, but more rigorous trials are needed to confirm its efficacy.

research Bexarotene gel: A new topical therapy for alopecia areata

4 citations , January 2010 in “International journal of trichology”

Bexarotene gel shows promise as a new treatment for alopecia areata.

research Results of stage I in a phase II randomized bilateral comparison of bexarotene 1% topical gel in alopecia areata

March 2005 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology”

Bexarotene 1% topical gel helped some patients with alopecia areata regrow hair.

research Topical and intralesional therapies for alopecia areata

36 citations , May 2011 in “Dermatologic therapy”

This review discusses topical and intralesional treatments for alopecia areata, providing a management strategy based on patient age and disease severity, but reports no new clinical results.

research CD8+ mycosis fungoides clinically masquerading as alopecia areata

8 citations , August 2016 in “Journal of Cutaneous Pathology”

This case report highlights a rare instance of CD8-positive hypopigmented mycosis fungoides causing alopecia areata-like changes, emphasizing the necessity of scalp biopsy in such presentations.

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community Effective Essential oils (And question about adding them to shampoo)

4 upvotes 7 years ago

Essential oils like lavender, peppermint, and rosemary may help with hair growth, similar to Minoxidil. Turmeric with piperin might be as effective as Finasteride without side effects.

community Are topical anti-androgens (spironolactone, clascoterone, RU58841) sold/available in Egypt?

2 upvotes 1 day ago

Topical anti-androgens like spironolactone, clascoterone, and RU58841 are not readily available in Egypt, with inconsistent availability through online platforms. Minoxidil is commonly found in local pharmacies, while dutasteride is available as "Avodart" but is expensive.

community Topical 7% Min and 0.005% Fin. Should I consider tretinoin, cetirizine, melatonin, caffeine?

1 day ago

The user resumed using topical 5% minoxidil after experiencing hair shedding and is now considering adding topical 7% minoxidil with 0.005% finasteride. They are seeking advice on whether to add tretinoin, cetirizine, melatonin, or caffeine to their regimen, with concerns about tretinoin's sensitivity to sunlight.

community Does topical Finasteride look milky?

1 upvotes 1 day ago

Topical finasteride should not appear milky; it seems the pharmacy may have used crushed pills instead of pure powder. It's advised to return the product and seek a better formulation from another pharmacy for optimal results.

community Topical Minxodil stoped working- switching to oral?

1 upvotes 1 week ago

The user experienced reduced effectiveness of topical Minoxidil after three years and is considering switching to oral Minoxidil, while also using finasteride for six months without significant hair regrowth. Suggestions include continuing finasteride for longer, considering oral Minoxidil, or switching to dutasteride for better results.

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learn Finasteride

Topical or oral? Choosing between pills and lotions according to your case. Topical finasteride offers localized treatment with fewer systemic side effects than oral finasteride.

learn Cetirizine

Is topical cetirizine effective for androgenetic alopecia in women? Topical cetirizine is not an approved product and its use for female-pattern hair loss is off-label. The evidence is one small unblinded pilot study in mixed-sex patients and one randomized trial in 66 women where cetirizine was added to minoxidil; it is unproven on its own.

learn Estradiol

How does topical Estradiol compare to oral Estradiol in treating alopecia? Topical estradiol delivers hormone to the scalp with less systemic exposure, but evidence is thin and it is still a hormone. It needs a doctor's supervision, and people with estrogen-sensitive cancers must not use it without medical approval.

learn Glycerin

Does topical glycerin have any effect on hair thickness or follicle function? Topical glycerin primarily hydrates hair but does not increase thickness or follicle function.

learn L-cysteine

Can topical products with L-cysteine repair damaged hair or prevent breakage? Topical L-cysteine cannot effectively repair damaged hair or prevent breakage.

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