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5 / 16 resultslearn RU58841
a potent but unapproved and potentially problematic topical anti-androgen
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Frontline, gold standard treatment for combatting androgenic alopecia
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highly targeted anti-androgen that might have minimal systemic effects
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the gold standard retinoid in dermatology that's also helpful for hair regrowth alongside Minoxidil
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5 / 1000+ resultsresearch Topical Steroids: Potency and Side Effects
Use mild topical steroids to avoid side effects, especially in children.
research Comparative Evaluation of the Efficacy of Topical Tacrolimus 0.03% and Topical Calcipotriol 0.005% Mixed With Betamethasone Dipropionate Versus Topical Clobetasol 0.05% in Treatment of Alopecia Areata: A Clinical and Trichoscopic Study
The combination of vitamin D analogues with potent steroids is a favorable treatment for alopecia areata with fewer side effects.
research A Retrospective Study on Alopecia Areata in Children: Clinical Characteristics and Treatment Choices
Alopecia areata in children is usually mild and effectively treated with strong topical steroids.
research Dermatological Medications and Local Therapeutics During Pregnancy
Use some skin medications with caution during pregnancy; avoid strong steroids, certain eczema treatments, and systemic retinoids, but many topical treatments and nasal sprays are safe.
research The Hidden Epidemic of Topical Steroid Use: Prevalence and Impact Among Jordan's General Population
Many people in Jordan misuse topical steroids without proper knowledge, highlighting the need for better education and regulation.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity 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 Finasteride does deplete important nuero-active steroids
Finasteride can reduce neuroactive steroids, causing side effects like depression, anxiety, and sexual dysfunction. Some users experience persistent symptoms after stopping finasteride, while others use alternative treatments like topical solutions.
community I find it funny a bunch of us on here are on drugs for hairloss and maintain clean/healthy lives and then there’s these mf’s in the 90’s juiced to the gills with steroids and have better hair than all of us lol
The conversation is about the effects of steroids on hair loss. Some users believe that steroids can cause hair loss, while others argue that it depends on individual sensitivity to DHT. There is also discussion about the appearance of balding individuals who use steroids.
community How to Keep Your Hair on Steroids
To minimize hair loss while using steroids, use finasteride or dutasteride and apply topical anti-androgens like RU58841. Avoid high doses of hair-toxic steroids; prefer testosterone, nandrolone, and boldenone.
community Why do most of you choose finasteride instead of dutasteride?
Finasteride is preferred over dutasteride due to its longer history, more research, and FDA approval, despite dutasteride being more potent. Users report varied side effects, influencing personal treatment choices.