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research Serum drug level-related sodium valproate-induced hair loss
High levels of the seizure medication sodium valproate can cause hair loss.
research Valproate Induced Hair Loss and Curly Hair in Bipolar Disorder
Valproate can cause both hair loss and curly hair in bipolar disorder patients.
research Valproate-Induced Hair Loss: What to Tell Patients
research Topiramate-induced hair loss in a patient using valproate and levetiracetam
research Frequency of Sodium Valproate-Induced Hair Loss and Curly Hair
Sodium valproate caused hair loss and curly hair in 3.5% of patients.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity How effective is spironolactone?
A 21-year-old MTF individual is experiencing rapid hair thinning and is currently on estradiol valerate. They are inquiring about the effectiveness of spironolactone for hair loss, despite being aware of its serious side effects.
community Better Than Minoxidil? Topical Sodium Valproate
Topical sodium valproate may promote hair growth by inhibiting GSK3β, allowing beta-catenin to proliferate, but it has potential side effects and requires more research. The conversation also mentions skepticism about a product called Vdphlo1, which includes sodium valproate and other ingredients.
community Progress: 1 year mtf hrt, 9 months Min/Fin
The user experienced significant hair regrowth after one year on male-to-female hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and nine months using minoxidil and finasteride. They noted a reduction in body hair and attributed much of the hair regrowth to the addition of minoxidil.
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community Topical Valproic acid/sodium valproate — has anyone tried this?
The conversation is about using valproic acid, an anti-seizure medication, as a topical treatment to promote hair growth. The original poster is seeking personal experiences from those who have tried this method.