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an anticonvulsant repurposed for hair loss via histone inhibition
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research Serum Drug Level-Related Sodium Valproate-Induced Hair Loss
High levels of the seizure medication sodium valproate can cause hair loss.
research Valproate Induced Hair Loss and Curly Hair in Bipolar Disorder
Valproate can cause both hair loss and curly hair in bipolar disorder patients.
research Valproate-Induced Hair Loss: What to Tell Patients
research Frequency of Sodium Valproate-Induced Hair Loss and Curly Hair
Sodium valproate caused hair loss and curly hair in 3.5% of patients.
research Agomelatine May Alleviate Valproate-Induced Hair Loss
Agomelatine might help stop hair loss caused by valproate.
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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.