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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
learn Clascoterone
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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research Hair Regrowth in a Patient With Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia After a 2-Month Trial of Baricitinib
A woman with a type of hair loss saw hair regrowth after two months of taking baricitinib.
research Alopecia Areata: Overview and Treatment Options
Alopecia areata causes hair loss, has no cure, and various treatments exist.
research Alopecia Areata: Pathogenesis And Treatment
No single treatment is consistently effective for alopecia areata, and more research is needed.
research Hair Regrowth
Finasteride and minoxidil are effective for hair regrowth, while treatments for alopecia areata have varying success and continuous treatment is necessary.
research Alopecia Areata Update
Despite progress in treatment, the exact cause of Alopecia areata is still unknown.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity How quick does topical fin absorb?
Topical finasteride absorption starts almost instantly, but the exact time needed for full absorption is unclear. Users suggest it may not need to stay on all day.
community Topical finasteride carrier vehicle
The user is using a topical solution containing 1% finasteride and 5% minoxidil for hair loss, with water, glycerin, and PEG-40 hydrogenated castor oil as carrier agents. They are questioning if these ingredients are effective carriers after using the solution for three months.
community Topical finasteride 0.025% shedding
A user is experiencing increased hair shedding after using a homemade topical finasteride mixture with stemoxydine for six weeks. They are concerned about whether the low dose could cause shedding so early.
community Why is no one talking about this? Topical dutasteride out performs oral finasteride.
Topical dutasteride is considered more effective for hair regrowth with fewer side effects than oral finasteride. Users have mixed experiences, with some preferring topical applications for reduced side effects.
community Topical finasteride vs oral Dutasteride?
Oral Dutasteride and topical Finasteride may have similar effects on scalp DHT, but topical Dutasteride might be less effective due to poor absorption. Combining oral Dutasteride with topical Finasteride could potentially enhance results by blocking DHT in both the scalp and serum.