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a topical anti-androgen with less systemic involvement
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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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5 / 1000+ resultsresearch Bilateral nevus comedonicus: efficacy of topical tacalcitol ointment
Tacalcitol ointment effectively improves bilateral nevus comedonicus.
research Topical fluocinolone acetonide acetate ointment in autosomal dominant congenital hypotrichosis
A hair growth ointment improved hair length in a family with a genetic hair growth condition.
research Efficacy of Topical Clobetasol Propionate 0.05% Ointment and Topical Tacrolimus 0.1% Ointment in Treatment of Alopecia Areata.: RCT
Topical clobetasol propionate 0.05% ointment is more effective in promoting hair regrowth in patients with alopecia areata than topical tacrolimus 0.1% ointment.
research Randomized comparison of topical betamethasone valerate foam, intralesional triamcinolone acetonide and tacrolimus ointment in management of localized alopecia areata
Intralesional triamcinolone acetonide is the most effective treatment for localized alopecia areata.
research A single topical application of calcipotriol (50μg/g) ointment has no acute effect on systemic calcium homeostasis in patients with chronic plaque psoriasis
Putting calcipotriol ointment on the skin once doesn't change calcium levels in the body right away.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Anyone Using Topical Caffeine Ointment?
A user has been using Minoxidil for 5 months and is curious about the effectiveness of topical caffeine ointments for hair loss prevention. They seek recommendations and information on whether caffeine affects Minoxidil's efficacy.
community 7.5 Month Progress Topical/Oral Minoxidil
The user experienced hair loss after Covid and started using topical minoxidil, then switched to oral minoxidil, along with Nizoral shampoo, ketoconazole shampoo, clobetasol propionate, and clindamycin ointment, which significantly reduced hair loss and scalp issues. Other users suggested trying finasteride for better results.
community Topical Finasteride in India??
The post expresses frustration over the unavailability of pure topical finasteride in India despite the developed pharma industry. The user seeks advice on making it at home and its effectiveness.
community What is “caffeine ointment” and does it really work ?
Caffeine ointment was mentioned as being as effective as Minoxidil for hair loss treatment without the side effects. Caffeine is also found in some shampoos.
community Topical caffeine is a common ingredient in formulas to prevent hair loss and to induce hair regrowth. (What’s your take on this?)
The conversation discusses whether topical caffeine is effective for hair loss, with some users questioning its role due to its vasoconstrictive and vasodilative properties, while another suggests that temporary vasoconstriction might be beneficial by promoting angiogenesis. Specific treatments mentioned include caffeine shampoo, which one user believes is ineffective.