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5 / 1000+ resultsresearch Self-Medication Pattern for Dandruff Treatment Among Pharmacy Students
Many pharmacy students self-medicate for dandruff, which is concerning and highlights the need for better education on treatment.
research Self-Medication by Jockeys: Health Risks and Practices
Jockeys using diuretics without potassium supplements can face health problems.
research Differential Diagnosis of Headache and Vertigo: Topical Minoxidil Self-Medication Should Be Considered
Discontinuing topical minoxidil can resolve headaches and dizziness.
research Digital Influencers and the Spread of Irrational Drug Use
Social media influencers often promote self-medication, which can be dangerous without professional guidance.
research Reporting on Adverse Clinical Events
Different medications can cause serious side effects in some people.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity PCOS female who posted before; saw Endo today. prescribed spironolactone and minox 5%
PCOS female visited doctor for hair loss concerns, prescribed spironolactone and minox 5%. Doctor advised against finasteride or dutasteride, user considering self-medication with dutasteride.
community Bad experience at Dermatologist
A user had a disappointing dermatologist appointment where they were denied prescriptions for Dutasteride and oral Minoxidil for hair loss and were only offered a hair transplant referral. Other users sympathized, discussed self-medication, and suggested consulting a transplant doctor for up-to-date treatments.
community Recovered from dark finasteride side effects
The user experienced severe side effects from finasteride, including depression and anxiety, but recovered with DHT injections, sleep medication, and Ayurvedic treatments. They now maintain hair health with minoxidil, PRP therapy, and a good diet, advising against self-diagnosis and recommending consulting a doctor.
community If you can give one advice to your younger self then what that would be?
Users discussed hair loss treatments, specifically minoxidil and finasteride. They shared personal experiences and advice on starting these treatments early.
community Around 5 month update (24m) (min + fin)
A 24-year-old shared impressive hair regrowth results after 5 months using oral minoxidil (3mg) and finasteride (1mg) daily, along with weekly microneedling, without side effects. The user self-medicated through the Hims website and noticed significant changes by the third month.