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an anticonvulsant repurposed for hair loss via histone inhibition
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research Sodium Valproate Induced Alopecia: A Case Series
Sodium valproate can cause reversible hair loss in some patients.
research Dose-Dependent Valproate-Induced Alopecia in Patients with Mental Disorders
Higher doses of the medication valproate can cause hair loss, which may stop when the dose is lowered or the medication is stopped.
research Antiseizure Medication-Induced Alopecia: A Literature Review
Some antiseizure medications can cause reversible hair loss, with valproate, lamotrigine, and carbamazepine being the most common.
research Telogen Effluvium Caused by Magnesium Valproate and Lamotrigine
Two people lost a lot of hair because of epilepsy drugs, but their hair grew back after changing medication.
research Hair Loss in Psychopharmacology
Some psychiatric medications can cause hair loss, but it usually grows back after adjusting the medication.
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5 / 12 resultscommunity How effective is spironolactone?
A 21-year-old MTF individual is experiencing rapid hair thinning and is currently on estradiol valerate. They are inquiring about the effectiveness of spironolactone for hair loss, despite being aware of its serious side effects.
community Topical Valproic acid/sodium valproate — has anyone tried this?
The conversation is about using valproic acid, an anti-seizure medication, as a topical treatment to promote hair growth. The original poster is seeking personal experiences from those who have tried this method.
community FtM: "Aggressive Regemin - Recovery From Norwood-6.5" Minoxodil/Estradiol valerate/Spironolactone. (What will happen in the worst case if CIS male go this way for a year?)
User "Ant1pal" shares progress pictures of hair regrowth using Minoxidil, Estradiol valerate, and Spironolactone. Users discuss potential side effects and the possibility of localizing estrogen to hair follicles for better treatment.
community Found the solution tressbros - 1.5 years 2.5mg oral minox, 5mg finasteride, 8mg estradiol valerate (weekly)
The conversation discusses a transgender individual's successful hair loss treatment over 1.5 years using 2.5mg oral minoxidil, 5mg finasteride, and 8mg weekly injectable estradiol valerate. Some users debate the appropriateness of this approach within the group's goals, while others support the individualized treatment and its additional benefits for transgender individuals.
community Well… I Did It. Estrogen Saved My Hairline
OP transitioned and used Spironolactone, Estradiol Valerate, Minoxidil, and dermarolling, resulting in significant hair regrowth. They advise this method may not be suitable for cis men.