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GlossaryOral Antifungals

drugs taken by mouth to treat fungal infections

Oral antifungals, also known as oral antifungal medications or antifungal pills, are drugs taken by mouth to treat fungal infections. These medications work by inhibiting the growth of fungi or killing them directly, and are commonly used for conditions like athlete's foot, ringworm, and systemic infections such as candidiasis. They are particularly useful when topical treatments are ineffective or when the infection is widespread.

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research Azole Antifungal–Induced Erythema Annulare Centrifugum in a Case of Extensive Tinea

November 2022 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology”

Azole antifungals can cause skin reactions like EAC, requiring careful management.

research Oral cyclosporin does not arrest progression of androgenetic alopecia.

1 citations , November 2001 in “British Journal of Dermatology”

Oral cyclosporin doesn't stop hair loss.

research P47 Efficacy and safety of antifungal treatment in fungal asthma; a real life study

November 2018

Antifungal treatment reduced asthma exacerbations and corticosteroid use but its overall benefit is unclear.

research Oral itraconazole for the treatment of giant tufted angioma with hair loss arising during pregnancy: A case report

3 citations , November 2019 in “Journal of dermatology”

Itraconazole effectively treated a woman's painful skin condition and hair loss.

research Guidelines for the Management of Tinea Capitis in Children

125 citations , May 2010 in “Pediatric dermatology”

Systemic treatment is necessary for tinea capitis in children, with griseofulvin preferred for Microsporum infections.

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community Boys I am just a gonner. What on earth is my scalp even going through. Looks like world war 3. Pyril 3 months. Topical melitonin/progesterone/fin, dut, fin, oral min, laser trash, anus stimulation. Nothing. Donor area is decimated 😂.

in Progress Pictures 83 upvotes 3 years ago

Treating Seborrheic Dermatitis, a fungal scalp condition which can cause hair loss. Treatments discussed include antifungal shampoos, cold showers, exfoliating the scalp, taking Vitamin D, and stimulating the prostate through the anus.

community Can Shampoo Treat Suspected Fungal Hair Loss?

in General 64 upvotes 1 year ago

Hair loss possibly caused by a fungal infection might be treated with antifungal shampoos or oral medications. If not fungal, treatments like minoxidil or finasteride may be necessary.

community Derm says my hair loss (diffuse) is from seborrheic dermatitis. Anyone else have experience with this? I was already prepared to jump on fin min

in Research/Science 26 upvotes 1 year ago

Seborrheic dermatitis can cause hair loss, and treatments like ketoconazole shampoo, topical steroids, and oral antifungals may help. Some consider using finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss despite dermatitis.

community I can tolerate having MBP, but other than that having Sebderm is just really bad luck.

in Minoxidil 11 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation discusses managing seborrheic dermatitis (sebderm) and male pattern baldness (MPB) with treatments like finasteride, coal tar shampoo, Nizoral, and oral minoxidil. Users suggest dietary changes, regular shampooing, and using antifungal products to control sebderm before considering minoxidil.

community Thoughts about ORAL ketoconazole? (pills)

in Ketoconazole 6 months ago

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.

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