Is ketoconazole shampoo bullshit? Ketoconazole 9/7/2023
The conversation is about the effectiveness of ketoconazole shampoo for hair loss. The conclusion is that ketoconazole shampoo can help with dandruff and seborrheic dermatitis, but it is not a strong enough treatment to stop or regrow hair. It is recommended to use it as an adjunct treatment along with finasteride or dutasteride.
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community Experiencing Flaking and Shedding: Is This Dandruff? (On Fin+Min)
The user is experiencing flaking and shedding while using oral finasteride and minoxidil, which might be seborrheic dermatitis. A suggestion was made to try ketoconazole shampoo or cream and consider CBD with MCT oil, as shedding is common when starting these treatments.
community How can ketoconazole shampoo block androgen receptor if it's just washed off?
Ketoconazole shampoo is primarily used to reduce scalp fungus and inflammation, not to block DHT or androgen receptors. It may help with seborrheic dermatitis and improve scalp health, but its effects on hair loss are minimal compared to treatments like finasteride.
community Derm says my hair loss (diffuse) is from seborrheic dermatitis. Anyone else have experience with this? I was already prepared to jump on fin min
Seborrheic dermatitis can cause hair loss, and treatments like ketoconazole shampoo, topical steroids, and oral antifungals may help. Some consider using finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss despite dermatitis.
community What ketoconazole shampoo do you use?
Nizoral is commonly used for hair loss and dandruff, but it can cause dryness; users often pair it with conditioners or alternative shampoos. Some also use finasteride, minoxidil, and red light therapy for hair care.
community Whats the goal pf Nizoral and Ketoconzole shampoos?
Ketoconazole shampoos are primarily for dandruff and fungus but may aid hair growth slightly, though results are minor compared to finasteride and minoxidil. Users report it helps with scalp health and inflammation, but it can dry out hair if used too often.
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