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popular antihistamine showing promise for hair loss as an anti-inflammatory and prostaglandin inhibitor
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research Repurposing of H1-receptor antagonists (levo)cetirizine, (des)loratadine, and fexofenadine as a case study for systematic analysis of trials on clinicaltrials.gov using semi-automated processes with custom-coded software
Custom software found that common allergy drugs might have new uses for various conditions and could improve survival in some cancers.
research Airborne contact dermatitis apparently acquired as a result of using pericarp juice from an Indian marking nut as a home remedy to treat patchy hair loss
Using Indian marking nut sap for hair loss caused a skin rash on a woman's face.
research Dermographic urticaria induced by long-pulsed diode laser-assisted epilation: Rare etiology of a common eruption
A rare skin reaction from laser hair removal can be prevented with medication.
research Follicular Psoriasis: A Case Report and Review of Literature
A man with follicular psoriasis got better after treatment with skin cream and allergy pills.
research The physiological and pharmacological roles of prostaglandins in hair growth
Targeting the PGD2-DP2 pathway may help treat hair loss.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Almost 9 months on fin only still shedding daily
The user has been on finasteride for 9 months and is still experiencing daily hair shedding but has seen improvement. Other users suggest the shedding is normal and that the user has had positive results from the treatment.
community Smoking minoxidil, the theory that changes everything.
A user humorously suggested smoking minoxidil in a blunt as an alternative hair growth method, sparking a satirical discussion on unconventional and unsafe ways to use minoxidil. The conversation included various suggestions like oral pills, rectal administration, and other absurd methods, with some users warning against the dangers of such practices.
community Cetirizine (Zyrtec), to help with inflammation.
The user experiences an itchy scalp and finds relief using shampoo and Zyrtec, which helps with inflammation. They are unsure if the issue is related to histamines or seborrheic dermatitis.
community 1% cetirizine (available in allergy medicines) for androgenetic alopecia
The conversation discusses using 1% cetirizine, an antihistamine, as a potential treatment for androgenetic alopecia (hair loss). One user plans to try cetirizine instead of finasteride, while others are curious or skeptical about its effectiveness, discussing the role of inflammation in hair loss.
community Zyrtec (Cetirizine) antihistamine for hair growth compared to Minoxidil NIH study
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.