Br J Dermatol August 2003 PMID 12932243

The effects of minoxidil, 1% pyrithione zinc and a combination of both on hair density: a randomized controlled trial.

R S Berger, J L Fu, K A Smiles, C B Turner, B M Schnell, K M Werchowski, K M Lammers

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Peak: 4 in Feb 2023
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What people are saying

The selected discussions show a moderate level of agreement with the article, with comments like 'zinc... just wrong' indicating some debate, while others emphasize the significance of the findings, such as the mention of 'net increase in total visible hair counts.' The tone fluctuates between correction and acknowledgment, reflecting engaged and interested users analyzing the research's credibility and implications.

AgreementModerate agreement

There is some support for the study's findings, particularly the acknowledgment of zinc's effectiveness, indicating general agreement but with minor disputes.

InterestModerate interest

Discussions reveal moderate curiosity, especially around the effectiveness of zinc and biotin, showing that people are somewhat engaged with the topic.

EngagementModerate engagement

Participants reference specific study results, such as the significant increase in hair counts, demonstrating active engagement and analysis of data from the publication.

ImpactModerate impact

The conversations highlight the potential real-world implications of the research, such as challenging misconceptions about hair treatments and emphasizing zinc's benefits.

Abstract in brief

  • The study was a 6-month clinical trial involving 200 men with varying degrees of baldness, comparing the effects of pyrithione zinc shampoo, minoxidil solution, their combination, and a placebo on hair growth.
  • Results showed that both pyrithione zinc and minoxidil significantly increased hair counts after 9 weeks, with minoxidil having a stronger effect; however, combining both did not provide additional benefits.
  • Minor improvements in hair diameter were noted in the minoxidil groups, and overall assessments indicated some perceived hair growth, but no combined treatment outperformed individual treatments significantly.

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Yohan Tengra
@ytengra · X

16) Some more things he got wrong : @theliverdr mentioned that zinc & biotin are ineffective for hair growth. Just wrong. Zinc : a) https://t.co/3W8OTxLeGh b) https://t.co/jlCfsdmisZ C) https://t.co/4jD1EVRIEC

Feb 4, 2023 · 11 likes · 3 shares · 17,415 followers View post →
Drew Baye High Intensity Training
@BayeDrew · X

@thelionman93 It just might: "Hair count results showed a significant (P < 0.05) net increase in total visible hair counts for the 1% pyrithione zinc shampoo...relative to the placebo shampoo after 9 weeks of treatment." https://t.co/iNcQucd323

Mar 3, 2021 · 12,055 followers View post →
Nishtunishaa
@nishtunishaa · X

RT @ytengra: 16) Some more things he got wrong : @theliverdr mentioned that zinc & biotin are ineffective for hair growth. Just wrong. Zinc…

Feb 4, 2023 · 3 shares · 5,359 followers View post →
Paras SumiRaj Kumar
@KumarSumiraj · X

RT @ytengra: 16) Some more things he got wrong : @theliverdr mentioned that zinc & biotin are ineffective for hair growth. Just wrong. Zinc…

Feb 5, 2023 · 3 shares · 276 followers View post →

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Paras SumiRaj Kumar
@KumarSumiraj · X

RT @ytengra: 16) Some more things he got wrong : @theliverdr mentioned that zinc & biotin are ineffective for hair growth. Just wrong. Zinc…

Feb 5, 2023 · 3 shares · 276 followers View post →
Mannu
@MannuG07 · X

RT @ytengra: 16) Some more things he got wrong : @theliverdr mentioned that zinc & biotin are ineffective for hair growth. Just wrong. Zinc…

Feb 4, 2023 · 3 shares · 3 followers View post →
Nishtunishaa
@nishtunishaa · X

RT @ytengra: 16) Some more things he got wrong : @theliverdr mentioned that zinc & biotin are ineffective for hair growth. Just wrong. Zinc…

Feb 4, 2023 · 3 shares · 5,359 followers View post →
Yohan Tengra
@ytengra · X

16) Some more things he got wrong : @theliverdr mentioned that zinc & biotin are ineffective for hair growth. Just wrong. Zinc : a) https://t.co/3W8OTxLeGh b) https://t.co/jlCfsdmisZ C) https://t.co/4jD1EVRIEC

Feb 4, 2023 · 11 likes · 3 shares · 17,415 followers View post →
Drew Baye High Intensity Training
@BayeDrew · X

@thelionman93 It just might: "Hair count results showed a significant (P < 0.05) net increase in total visible hair counts for the 1% pyrithione zinc shampoo...relative to the placebo shampoo after 9 weeks of treatment." https://t.co/iNcQucd323

Mar 3, 2021 · 12,055 followers View post →