research An Open, Randomized, Comparative Study of Oral Finasteride and 5% Topical Minoxidil in Male Androgenetic Alopecia
Oral finasteride works better than topical minoxidil for hair growth, both are safe.
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research Preclinical efficacy and safety evaluation of a topical mesenchymal stem cell derived conditioned media gel for oral mucositis management
The gel is safe and effective for treating oral mucositis from chemotherapy and radiation.
research Evaluation of the effect of topical calcipotriol versus platelet-rich plasma versus a combination of both on patients with Alopecia Areata
Combining calcipotriol and PRP is most effective for treating Alopecia Areata.
research A Randomized Controlled, Single-Observer Blinded Study on the Safety and Efficacy of a Combination of 678nm Helmet-Type Low-level Laser Therapy and Topical Minoxidil 5% Versus Topical Minoxidil 5% Alone in the Treatment of Male Androgenetic Alopecia
Using a laser helmet with Minoxidil works better for male hair loss than Minoxidil alone, with no extra side effects.
research A randomized, investigator-blinded, controlled, split-scalp study of the efficacy and safety of a 1550-nm fractional erbium-glass laser, used in combination with topical 5% minoxidil versus 5% minoxidil alone, for the treatment of androgenetic alopecia
Laser and minoxidil combo promotes better hair growth than minoxidil alone, safely.
research MICRONEEDLING WITH PLATELET-RICH PLASMA VERSUS MICRONEEDLING WITH TOPICAL 5% MINOXIDIL IN PATIENTS WITH ANDROGENETIC ALOPECIA- A COMPARATIVE STUDY
Microneedling with either platelet-rich plasma or 5% minoxidil can increase hair growth in people with androgenetic alopecia, but minoxidil might be slightly better.
research Comparative Efficacy of Subcutaneous Adipose-Derived Mesenchymal Stem Cells with Oral Minoxidil 3 mg, versus Oral Minoxidil 3 mg alone in the Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia: A Controlled Study
Combining stem cells with minoxidil improves hair growth more than minoxidil alone.
research An Open-Label Randomized Multicenter Study Assessing the Noninferiority of a Caffeine-Based Topical Liquid 0.2% versus Minoxidil 5% Solution in Male Androgenetic Alopecia
Caffeine-based liquid 0.2% is as effective as minoxidil 5% for treating male hair loss.
research Clinical, hormonal and metabolic parameters in women with PCOS with different combined oral contraceptives (containing chlormadinone acetate versus drospirenone)
Both types of oral contraceptives improved symptoms and hormone levels in women with PCOS.
research A Systemic Review on Topical Marketed Formulations, Natural Products, and Oral Supplements to Prevent Androgenic Alopecia: A Review
Various treatments, including FDA-approved drugs, natural products, and oral supplements, can help with hair loss, but a patient's medical history and potential allergies should be considered when choosing a treatment.
research Placebo‐controlled dose‐effect studies with topical minoxidil 2% or 5% in male‐patterned hair loss treated with oral finasteride employing an analytical and exhaustive study protocol
Minoxidil 5% works better than 2% for hair growth in male-patterned hair loss.
research 62335 Low Dose Oral Minoxidil vs Topical Minoxidil for Androgenetic Alopecia: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials
Low-dose oral minoxidil may be a promising alternative to topical minoxidil for hair loss.
research Low-level light therapy versus topical 5% minoxidil in the management of androgenetic alopecia in males: A randomised controlled trial
Both low-level light therapy and 5% minoxidil are effective and safe for treating male hair loss, with no significant difference in results.
research Retrospective review of oral and topical minoxidil for cancer treatment-induced hair loss
Minoxidil may help with hair loss caused by cancer treatments.
research Use of Minoxidil Sulfate versus Minoxidil Base in Androgenetic Alopecia Treatment: Friend or Foe?
Minoxidil base is preferred for hair loss treatment, but minoxidil sulfate may be an alternative for unresponsive patients.
research Summation and recommendations for the safe and effective use of topical and oral minoxidil
Use minoxidil correctly and be aware of side effects for best hair loss treatment results.
research Can oral minoxidil be the game changer in androgenetic alopecia? A comprehensive review and meta-analysis comparing topical and oral minoxidil for treating androgenetic alopecia
Oral minoxidil is an effective alternative for hair loss but may cause more unwanted hair growth.
research Oral minoxidil treatment for hair loss: A review of efficacy and safety
Oral minoxidil promotes hair growth but may cause side effects; needs monitoring.
research Microbotox injection versus its topical application following microneedling in the treatment of wide facial pores: A split face comparative study
Intradermal microbotox injections work better and last longer for reducing large facial pores than topical application.
research Chronic graft-versus-host disease – the role of dermatological treatment
Skin issues from chronic graft-versus-host disease greatly affect daily life, needing teamwork between blood and skin doctors.
research Evaluation of the efficacy and safety of topical and oral treatments on hormonal and androgenetic alopecia
The combination of oral finasteride and dutasteride with topical minoxidil effectively promotes new hair growth in most people, with minimal side effects.
research ORAL AND TOPICAL FINASTERIDE IN THE TREATMENT OF MALE ANDROGENETIC ALOPECIA – NARRATIVE REVIEW
Finasteride effectively treats male hair loss, with oral and topical forms improving hair growth, but oral use may have side effects.
research Efficacy and safety of oral minoxidil in comparison to topical form in male pattern hair loss
Oral minoxidil is more effective than topical minoxidil for hair growth in men.
research Low-dose daily aspirin reduces topical minoxidil efficacy in androgenetic alopecia patients
Daily low-dose aspirin lowers minoxidil's effectiveness for hair loss treatment.
research Efficacy of Platelet-Rich Plasma versus 5% Topical Monixidil for the Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia
PRP therapy is more effective than minoxidil for treating hair loss from androgenetic alopecia.
research The Efficacy and Safety of Oral and Topical Spironolactone in Androgenetic Alopecia Treatment: A Systematic Review
Spironolactone can effectively treat hair loss with manageable side effects.
research Comparative study of efficacy of topical minoxidil versus topical minoxidil with finasteride in androgenetic alopecia
The combination of minoxidil and finasteride is more effective for hair growth than minoxidil alone.
research Topical finasteride for the treatment of male androgenetic alopecia and female pattern hair loss: a review of the current literature
Topical finasteride helps regrow hair and reduce hair loss in men and women.
research A systematic review of clinical trials using single or combination therapy of oral or topical finasteride for women in reproductive age and postmenopausal women with hormonal and nonhormonal androgenetic alopecia
Oral and topical finasteride are effective and safe for treating female hair loss.
research Treatment of postmenopausal frontal fibrosing alopecia with oral dutasteride
Oral dutasteride can potentially treat frontal fibrosing alopecia in postmenopausal women, with some patients showing disease arrest and hair regrowth.