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GlossaryOral Prednisolone

corticosteroid medication taken orally to reduce inflammation

Oral Prednisolone is a corticosteroid medication taken by mouth to reduce inflammation and suppress the immune system. It is commonly used to treat conditions such as asthma, allergies, and autoimmune diseases, including certain types of alopecia.

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research Placebo-controlled oral pulse prednisolone therapy in alopecia areata

141 citations , February 2005 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology”

Oral prednisolone helps hair regrowth in alopecia areata.

research Erosive pustular dermatosis of the scalp successfully treated with oral prednisone and topical tacrolimus

16 citations , October 2013 in “Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia”

Scalp condition healed with prednisone and tacrolimus.

research ALOPECIA UNIVERSALIS TREATED WITH ORAL CYCLOSPORINE A AND PREDNISOLONE: IMMUNOLOGIC STUDIES

26 citations , July 1992 in “International Journal of Dermatology”

Oral cyclosporine A and prednisolone effectively improved alopecia universalis without side effects.

research Comparative Efficacy Study Combination of Oral Methotrexate and Prednisolone versus Oral Methotrexate in Patients with Lichen Planopilaris

4 citations , January 2022 in “Dermatology Research and Practice”

Methotrexate alone is as effective and safe as combining it with prednisolone for treating Lichen planopilaris.

research Alteration of serum and tissue tumor necrosis factor alpha levels: A possible mechanism of action of oral pulse steroids in the treatment of alopecia areata

5 citations , October 2018 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology”

Oral pulse steroids reduce TNF-α levels, improving alopecia areata.

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community Does prednisolone ( oral corticoid) cause hair loss and acne?

in Question 2 upvotes 6 years ago

A user is concerned about hair loss and acne from a one-week course of 70 mg/day oral prednisolone for severe tinnitus. They are asking if these side effects are common.

community Before and After oral 2.5 mg Minoxidil (~3 months), no finasteride

in Progress Pictures 1 upvotes 9 months ago

The user experienced significant hair improvement after using 2.5 mg oral Minoxidil for about three months, without finasteride, and noticed reduced shedding and darker hair. They also improved their diet and took vitamins, which may have contributed to the results.

community 18 months of oral Minoxidil, 5 months of Finasteride.

in Progress Pictures 1156 upvotes 1 year ago

The user experienced significant hair regrowth using oral Minoxidil (5mg daily) for 18 months and Finasteride (1mg daily) for 5 months, with minimal side effects. The combination stopped hair loss and improved hair thickness, although a hair transplant is still considered for a receded hairline.

community Got a hair transplant a few days ago and my forehead is so swollen

in Transplants 212 upvotes 1 year ago

Swelling after a hair transplant is normal and can be reduced with ice packs, head elevation, and possibly corticosteroids. The user had a no-shave FUE procedure and is using oral finasteride and minoxidil.

community Boys how is no one seeing positive results from pyrilutamide

in Chat 26 upvotes 3 years ago

Pyrilutimide, a treatment for hair loss; it's effectiveness compared to other treatments such as Finasteride and RU58841; and some users’ experiences with the treatment.

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