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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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research Comparison of Treatment with Clobetasol Propionate 0.05% and Topical Pimecrolimus 1% in Alopecia Areata
Clobetasol and pimecrolimus are similarly effective for alopecia areata, but pimecrolimus has fewer side effects and is preferred for long-term use.
research Resolution of Discoid Lupus Alopecia With Systemic Hydroxychloroquine and Topical Pimecrolimus Combination Therapy
Combining hydroxychloroquine and pimecrolimus can effectively treat hair loss from discoid lupus.
research Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia: Treatment with Oral Dutasteride and Topical Pimecrolimus
Oral dutasteride and topical pimecrolimus can safely and effectively treat Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia, leading to significant hair regrowth.
research Lack of Response of Alopecia Areata to Pimecrolimus Cream
Pimecrolimus cream is not effective for treating alopecia areata.
research A Case of Alopecia Areata Responding to Topical 1% Pimecrolimus Treatment
Topical 1% pimecrolimus effectively treated alopecia areata.
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community If You Have DUPA, PLEASE READ THIS: Everyone Should Be Scalp Biopsied
Scalp biopsies are crucial for diagnosing hair loss conditions like Diffuse Unpatterned Alopecia (DUPA) and retrograde hair loss, as treatments like finasteride and dutasteride may not be effective if other conditions are present. Combining PPAR-GAMMA agonists with retinoids could improve treatments for conditions like Lichen Planopilaris.
community Topical 5% Min - 2% Keto shampoo - 4 months update - 26M out
A 26-year-old male experiencing hair loss since 2020 is using topical 5% Minoxidil and 2% Ketoconazole shampoo for four months, still experiencing significant shedding. He is considering cutting his hair short and has not yet started DHT blockers like Finasteride or Dutasteride.
community Topical Fin 2.5 sides but no sides on Oral, need advice?
The user discusses experiencing side effects from topical finasteride but not from oral finasteride, seeking advice on this issue. They mention a gradual increase in oral finasteride dosage with no side effects.
community Topical Finasteride 2 year update
The user reported significant improvement in hair quality and stability using topical finasteride for two years, without side effects. They later added minoxidil, which may have further enhanced hair quality.
community Sensitive liver, topical fin safe to try?
Topical finasteride is considered safer for the liver than oral finasteride due to less systemic absorption, but regular liver function tests are advised. The user is concerned about liver health due to a history of NAFLD and is exploring topical finasteride as a safer alternative.