Treatment of Alopecia Through Pharmacological Substances by Intradermotherapy: Literature Review

February 2021

Bruna Barbarote Santiago

intradermotherapy mesotherapy alopecia minoxidil finasteride biotin microcirculation hair follicle development Rogaine Propecia

TLDR Intradermotherapy is a safe and effective short-term treatment for hair loss.

The document reviewed the use of intradermotherapy, also known as mesotherapy, as a treatment for alopecia. This method involved injecting pharmacological substances like minoxidil, finasteride, and biotin into the dermis to enhance microcirculation and stimulate hair follicle development. The literature review concluded that intradermotherapy was a safe and effective short-term treatment for alopecia, with satisfactory results and no significant side effects.

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