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An essential vasodilator with some anti-androgenic effects, has excellent safety record
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Frontline, gold standard treatment for combatting androgenic alopecia
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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 Dapsone Therapy for Pustular Psoriasis: Case Series and Review of the Literature
Dapsone improved pustular psoriasis in patients who didn't respond to other treatments and is considered a well-tolerated option.
research Erosive Pustular Dermatosis of the Scalp: Causes and Treatments
A rare scalp condition mainly in older women can be treated with various alternatives to steroids, which may have fewer side effects.
research Hidradenitis Suppurativa: A Practical Review of Possible Medical Treatments Based on Over 350 Hidradenitis Patients
Different treatments for Hidradenitis suppurativa range from antibiotics and hormonal therapies to surgery, depending on severity.
research Oral Isotretinoin for Acne
Oral isotretinoin may slightly improve acne but increases the risk of side effects like dry lips and skin; more research is needed to understand its full risks and benefits.
research Systemic Lupus Erythematosus Presenting With Bullous Lesions, Cutaneous Vasculitis and Laryngeal Ulcerations - A Rare Association
A woman with lupus had unusual symptoms like blisters, skin inflammation, and throat ulcers, which improved with steroid and dapsone treatment.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Oral minoxidil hypertension effect vanishes when mixed with water
Mixing 2.5mg of minoxidil powder with 150ml of water seems to eliminate its blood pressure effects, causing only a brief 20-second hypertension. The reason for this effect is unclear.
community Oral Finasteride topical minoxidil progress
The user is using oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, and tretinoin to treat hair loss. After two months, there is noticeable thickening and maintenance of the hairline.
community Oral 1mg Fin/ 2.5mg Min (Before/After)
The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically the transition from topical to oral minoxidil and finasteride, and the associated shedding phase. Users advise patience and consistency, noting that shedding is common and improvement may take several months.
community Is it okay to start oral minoxidil with creatine?
Oral minoxidil and creatine can be used together, but it's advised to start one at a time to monitor side effects. Creatine may increase DHT levels, potentially causing more hair shedding, while minoxidil can lower blood pressure, so hydration and monitoring for dizziness are important.
community Oral fin/min/biotin Stack 2 month progress pics
The conversation is about a user's progress with an oral treatment for hair loss using a stack of finasteride, minoxidil, and biotin over two months, noting stabilization after an initial shed. The user mentions using Hims Chews, which are effective but costly, and another user comments that biotin is ineffective.