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powerful topical and oral anti-androgen used mostly by women
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a topical anti-androgen with less systemic involvement
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An essential vasodilator with some anti-androgenic effects, has excellent safety record
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Heavy duty finasteride that comes with higher risks, but scalp injections seem safe and are gaining popularity
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research Treatment of female pattern hair loss with oral antiandrogens
Oral antiandrogens effectively treat female hair loss, with better results in higher hair loss grades.
research Bicalutamide: A potential new oral antiandrogenic drug for female pattern hair loss
Bicalutamide may be a promising alternative treatment for female pattern hair loss.
research The Effect of Mesenchymal Stem Cells Derived-Conditioned Media in Combination with Oral Anti-Androgenic Drugs on Male Pattern Baldness: An Animal Study.
Combining stem cell-conditioned media with anti-androgen drugs can improve hair growth in male pattern baldness.
research Oral Contraceptives and Antiandrogens Most Effective for Hirsutism Pharmacotherapy.
Oral contraceptives and antiandrogens are the best treatments for hirsutism.
research Oral Contraceptives as Anti-Androgenic Treatment of Acne
Birth control pills can help reduce mild to moderate acne in women.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Anti-androgen use causing testicular pain?
Switching from topical finasteride to oral Dutasteride and using Fluridil caused persistent testicular discomfort. The discomfort did not subside after stopping Fluridil, raising concerns about Dutasteride's role.
community How good are anti-androgens? Are they worth seeking?
The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, including dutasteride, oral minoxidil, finasteride, and potential additions like topical finasteride, minoxidil, micro-needling, and topical anti-androgens such as RU58841. The effectiveness and worth of these treatments, including localized dutasteride mesotherapy, are considered.
community Is RU58841 or pyrilutamide a stronger topical anti-androgen?
The conversation discusses adding either RU58841 or pyrilutamide to a hair loss treatment regimen that already includes oral dutasteride and oral minoxidil. RU58841 is considered the stronger anti-androgen but may have more side effects.
community Thoughts about ORAL ketoconazole? (pills)
Oral ketoconazole is discussed as a potential hair loss treatment, but it poses significant health risks like liver damage and adrenal insufficiency. Users suggest safer alternatives like topical anti-androgens or spironolactone, emphasizing the importance of consulting a specialist.
community How to choose between topical antiandrogen (Pyrilutamide) vs topical Alfatradiol (17α-estradiol) as an add-on treatment?
The user is considering adding Pyrilutamide or Alfatradiol as a topical treatment for hair loss after oral Finasteride and Dutasteride became less effective. Other users suggest Pyrilutamide for its safety profile, while one user shares positive experiences with RU58841 for reducing scalp itch and improving hairline.