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GlossaryCimetidine

medication reduces stomach acid and may treat certain hair loss

Cimetidine, also known by the brand name Tagamet, is a medication primarily used to treat conditions like ulcers, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), and other issues caused by excess stomach acid. It works by blocking histamine H2 receptors in the stomach lining, thereby reducing acid production. Interestingly, cimetidine has also been explored for off-label uses, such as treating certain types of hair loss (alopecia) due to its potential immune-modulating effects.

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research Treatment of Female Androgenetic Alopecia With Cimetidine

19 citations , March 1987 in “International Journal of Dermatology”

A drug called cimetidine can help treat hair loss in women by blocking androgen receptors. However, it's not the first choice and needs more research.

research Treatment of hirsutism with cimetidine: a prospective randomized controlled trial

17 citations , February 1989 in “Fertility and sterility”

Cimetidine did not reduce hair growth in women with hirsutism.

research Hormonal changes and hair growth during treatment of hirsutism with cimetidine.

2 citations , January 1984 in “PubMed”

Cimetidine does not significantly reduce hair growth in hirsutism.

research Treatment of Female Androgenic Alopecia with Cimetidine

September 1987 in “International Journal of Dermatology”

Cimetidine is not a first-choice treatment for female hair loss, and there's no consistently successful treatment for this condition in men or normal hormone level women.

research Hair Biology

33 citations , August 2018 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America”

The document explains hair biology, the causes of hair loss, and reviews various hair loss treatments.

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community Zyrtec (Cetirizine) antihistamine for hair growth compared to Minoxidil NIH study

in Minoxidil 35 upvotes 3 years ago

The conversation discusses the potential of topical cetirizine (Zyrtec) for hair growth in comparison to minoxidil, noting cetirizine's ability to reduce prostaglandin D2, which inhibits hair growth. Users share mixed experiences with cetirizine for allergies and scalp health, and there's a mention of the risk of dementia with long-term antihistamine use.

community topical cetirizine to control scalp inflammation

in Treatment 4 upvotes 4 years ago

The user applies a topical solution containing minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, retinoic acid, and hydrocortisone to address scalp inflammation and is considering adding cetirizine to the mix. They are calculating the correct amount of cetirizine to add to their formula and have paused this approach to retry oral minoxidil.

community How to mix topical cetirizine with minoxidil?

in Treatment 1 upvotes 2 years ago

The conversation discusses combining topical cetirizine with minoxidil for hair loss treatment and inquires about the safety and absorption through the skin, as well as the possibility of adding melatonin.

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learn Cetirizine

popular antihistamine showing promise for hair loss as an anti-inflammatory and prostaglandin inhibitor

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