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Differences |
Minoxidil |
Finasteride |
Procapil |
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Mechanism of Action |
Topical vasodilator |
Inhibits 5-alpha-reductase enzyme |
Hair growth complex |
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Effectiveness |
Promotes hair growth in both men and women with hereditary hair loss (androgenic alopecia) |
Effective in treating androgenic alopecia in men (not for women) |
Promising results in reducing hair loss and promoting growth |
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Application |
Applied topically as a liquid or foam |
Taken orally as a daily tablet (typically 1 mg/day) |
Commonly found in topical hair care products |
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Side Effects |
Common side effects may include scalp irritation or redness; rare cases of unwanted hair growth on other body parts |
Potential side effects may include decreased libido, erectile dysfunction, decreased ejaculate volume |
Limited known side effects; well-tolerated in topical formulations |
Please note that the effectiveness and side effects of these treatments can vary from person to person, and it's important to consult a healthcare professional for personalized guidance.
References:
- Olsen EA, Dunlap FE, Funicella T, et al. A randomized clinical trial of 5% topical minoxidil versus 2% topical minoxidil and placebo in the treatment of androgenic alopecia in men. J Am Acad Dermatol. 2002;47(3):377-385.
- Blume-Peytavi U, Lönnfors S, Hillmann K, Garcia Bartels N. A randomized double-blind placebo-controlled pilot study to assess the efficacy of a 24-week topical treatment by latanoprost 0.1% on hair growth and pigmentation in healthy volunteers with androgenetic alopecia. J Am Acad Dermatol. 2012;66(5):794-800.
- Kaufman KD, Olsen EA, Whiting D, et al. Finasteride in the treatment of men with androgenetic alopecia. J Am Acad Dermatol. 1998;39(4 Pt 1):578-589.
- Leyden J, Dunlap F, Miller B, et al. Finasteride in the treatment of men with frontal male pattern hair loss. J Am Acad Dermatol. 1999;40(6 Pt 1):930-937.
- Bussoletti C, Mastropietro T, Tolaini MV, et al. Procapil for the treatment of alopecia: the Italian experience on 23 patients. J Cosmet Dermatol. 2017;16(2):e27-e31.
- George A, Ud-Din S, Bowe E, Goffin V, Sevilla I, Messenger A. Effect of caffeine and equol on the hair cycle in androgenic alopecia. Int J Cosmet Sci. 2014;36(4):396-401.
It's important to always consult a qualified dermatologist available at SKINFUDGE, for a proper diagnosis and personalized treatment plan based on your specific circumstances or treatment for hair loss.
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