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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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5 / 1000+ resultsresearch Topical Ruxolitinib for the Treatment of Alopecia Universalis
Topical Ruxolitinib may safely treat severe hair loss.
research A Case of Topical Ruxolitinib Treatment Failure in Alopecia Areata
Topical ruxolitinib failed to regrow hair in a 66-year-old with alopecia areata.
research Ruxolitinib Protects Skin Stem Cells And Maintains Skin Homeostasis In Murine Graft-Versus-Host Disease
Ruxolitinib helps protect skin stem cells and keeps skin healthy in mice with skin GVHD.
research Topical Janus Kinase Inhibitors for the Treatment of Pediatric Alopecia Areata
Topical JAK inhibitors may help children with alopecia areata regrow hair.
research Topical JAK Inhibitors for the Treatment of Alopecia Areata and Vitiligo
Topical JAK inhibitors can effectively treat alopecia areata and vitiligo by modulating immune responses.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Ruxolitinib - Start of a case study
The conversation is about a user trying a new hair loss treatment, Ruxolitinib, alongside their existing regimen of finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and microneedling. They plan to apply Ruxolitinib to their temples daily for 1-2 months.
community What else is good. Besides the big 3.
Key treatments for hair preservation include minoxidil, finasteride/dutasteride, and microneedling, with additional options like specific shampoos, oils, biotin, zinc, tretinoin, clascoterone, and low-level laser therapy. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle, reducing stress, and addressing nutrient deficiencies can also support hair health.
community Efficacy and Systemic DHT Suppression of Topical Finasteride vs Dutasteride
Topical dutasteride may have limited absorption due to its higher molecular mass compared to finasteride, potentially affecting its efficacy in suppressing DHT locally. Microneedling might enhance dutasteride absorption, possibly offering stronger local DHT suppression with fewer systemic effects.
community How effective is topical spironolactone for androgenic alopecia?
Topical spironolactone is discussed as a potential treatment for androgenic alopecia, with the user seeking feedback on its effectiveness. Minoxidil, finasteride, and other treatments like microneedling and keto shampoo are mentioned as alternatives.
community Topical fin 0.025%, min 5% - 2,5 months progress
The user started using topical finasteride 0.025% and minoxidil 5% twice daily, seeing initial improvement but later experiencing shedding and scalp pain. They are considering increasing the finasteride dose to 0.05% while using keto shampoo and dermarolling, and are debating the effectiveness of low versus standard doses of finasteride.