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powerful topical and oral anti-androgen used mostly by women
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a novel topical treatment that inhibits DHT on androgen receptors
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a potent but unapproved and potentially problematic topical anti-androgen
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hormone commonly taken for sleep aid has some topical benefits for hair
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Malassezia infection may cause refractory acne, and antifungal treatments can help.
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New skin treatments in 1987-1988 showed effectiveness for various conditions, but some had side effects or risks.
research Dermatological Drugs, Topical Agents, and Cosmetics
The document concludes that various dermatological treatments and drugs can cause skin reactions and side effects.
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Transethosomal gels improve naftifine skin delivery better than Exoderil cream.
research Topical ketoconazole: a systematic review of current dermatological applications and future developments
Ketoconazole cream is effective for skin conditions like seborrheic dermatitis and may help with hair loss and other skin issues, with generally mild side effects.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Topical fin (0.1%) and min (5%) for almost 2 years
A 25-year-old male has been using topical finasteride (0.1%) and minoxidil (5%) for almost two years with no visible improvement but stable hair loss. Suggestions include switching to oral finasteride and minoxidil, considering stronger treatments like dutasteride, and consulting a doctor for personalized advice.
community Topical Fin increased hairloss
The user experienced increased hair loss with topical finasteride and is considering switching to oral finasteride. Others shared mixed experiences, with some suggesting oral finasteride is more effective, while others noted individual results vary.
community Topical dutasteride results 7 weeks progress
A 22-year-old male is using topical dutasteride, minoxidil, tretinoin, and microneedling for hair loss, experiencing some side effects like mild ball pain and initial shedding but seeing progress in hair thickness. He plans to increase the dutasteride dose and has tried various treatments, including finasteride and RU58841, with differing side effects.
community Can males use topical spironolactone?
Topical spironolactone is considered safe for males but is not very effective for hair loss. Some users suggest trying it since it's already purchased, while others recommend alternatives like clascoterone.
community Anyone had success with topical Finasteride
Topical finasteride can be effective for some, especially if oral finasteride causes side effects, but results may vary and can be slower. Combining topical finasteride with minoxidil is common, though some users switch to oral treatments for better results.