Hair loss and medications

Learn more about the causes of hair loss the different medications used for hair growth.

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Compounding pharmacies near me

These 7 leading compounding pharmacies in the United States allow patients to order customized medications so they can then pick them up at the closest location to them or have them delivered by mail to their own homes.

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Finasteride for women

Is finasteride safe and effective for women? Uncover the truth about this popular hair loss solution. Explore its benefits, potential risks, side effects, and gain expert insights about finasteride treatment for female hair loss.

Dutasteride for hair loss

Dr. Aditi Shende, board-certified dermatologist, discusses the benefits of using oral dutasteride for hair loss and explains the process for obtaining it.

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Finasteride vs Minoxidil

Hair loss may be upsetting, luckily, there are efficient treatments available. Two commonly prescribed drugs for hair loss are minoxidil and finasteride, but which one is better? This article examines the benefits and drawbacks of each drug,…

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Finasteride vs Dutasteride

Dutasteride and finasteride are similar prescription drugs used to reduce hair loss and stimulate hair growth, but one of them is more effective as it leads to a 99% reduction in serum DHT levels. Find out which of these medications is the most…

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Oral minoxidil for hair loss

Dr. Patrick Mahar, dermatologist, shares invaluable insights on the use of oral minoxidil for hair loss treatment.

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DHT Blocker for hair growth

Dr. Eric Howell, expert dermatologist, explains about the most potent DHT blocker to combat hair loss, and you could begin to see a noticeable improvement in hair thickness within just three months.

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Oral vs Topical Minoxidil for hair growth

Oral and topical minoxidil are both used in the treatment of hair loss, but what makes these two apparently similar products unique in terms of benefits, side effects and efficacy.

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Is minoxidil OTC?

Oral minoxidil has become extremely popular between patients and dermatologists as a hair loss treatment since with a low dose it is possible to reap the benefits of maximum hair growth with minimal side effects.

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Topical dutasteride for androgenetic alopecia

Dr. Alpana Mohta, board-certified dermatologist, discusses the benefits of using topical dutasteride for treating male androgenetic alopecia and explains the process for obtaining it.

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Topical finasteride for androgenetic alopecia

Dr. Eric Howell, board-certified dermatologist, discusses the benefits of using topical finasteride for treating androgenetic alopecia and explains the process for obtaining it.

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Does minoxidil expire?

Dr. Chacon answers your most important questions about the minoxidil expiration date and its shelf life after opening.

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Spironolactone for female hair loss

Dr. Eric Howell, board-certified dermatologist, explains the pros and cons of using spironolactone for female hair loss and tells you how to get a prescription.

Does finasteride regrow hair?

Associate professor of dermatology, Dr. Patrick Mahar explains that finasteride aids in hair regrowth by lowering DHT levels, the hormone responsible for hair follicle shrinkage.