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    GlossaryCalcitriol

    active form of vitamin D regulating calcium and phosphate levels

    Calcitriol, also known as 1,25-dihydroxyvitamin D3, is the active form of vitamin D in the body. It plays a crucial role in regulating calcium and phosphate levels, promoting healthy bone formation, and supporting immune function. In the context of hair and alopecia, calcitriol can influence hair follicle cycling and may have therapeutic potential in treating certain types of hair loss.

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      community Anyone used Topical Calcipotriol (cream) or VPA ( Valproic Acid)

      in Chat  9 upvotes 5 years ago
      The conversation discusses using topical Calcipotriol and Valproic Acid for hair loss, focusing on their mechanisms involving the VDR receptor and Wnt/beta-catenin pathway. Specific treatments mentioned are Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841.

      community Using topical vitamin D, does it make sense?

      in Chat  6 upvotes 3 years ago
      Topical Calcipotriol (vitamin D derivative) may help with hair regrowth, especially for alopecia areata. The user wonders if adding classic vitamin D to lotions like Minoxidil could have a similar effect.

      community Reducing Fibrosis in Hair Loss: Topical Pirfenidone

      in Research/Science  54 upvotes 4 days ago
      Topical pirfenidone is highlighted as an effective anti-inflammatory and anti-fibrotic treatment for hair loss, particularly in addressing perifollicular fibrosis, which may enhance the effectiveness of standard treatments like finasteride and minoxidil. The user also uses calcipotriol, MCT oil, ciclopirox shampoo, and benzoyl peroxide shampoo as part of their regimen.

      community Oral dut 0.5mg and oral minoxidil 5mg

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  3 upvotes 5 days ago
      The user is using oral dutasteride, oral minoxidil, topical minoxidil, finasteride solution, tazarotene, calcipotriol, and a peptide serum for hair loss but is concerned about continued hair shedding. They are advised to stop smoking as it may worsen hair loss and to give the treatments more time to work.

      community Hair Loss Inflammation Prevention Stack

      in Research/Science  47 upvotes 11 months ago
      The conversation discusses a hair loss and scalp care routine involving ciclopirox shampoo, benzoyl peroxide, clindamycin gel, clobetasol propionate, and calcipotriol to manage seborrheic dermatitis, folliculitis, and inflammation. It also touches on the role of diet and other treatments like oral minoxidil and pioglitazone for scalp health.