DMDr.Harman, MD
@drharman15 · X
@kiierrhairgrow Sell your product, but not by befooling people
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December 2004 PMID 15316165
An open, randomized, comparative study of oral finasteride and 5% topical minoxidil in male androgenetic alopecia.
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across 3 sources since May 2022
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What people are saying
The collective discussion includes skeptical remarks like 'Sell your product, but not by befooling people,' indicating distrust or critique of marketing tactics, and a question about why finasteride isn’t a more affordable, scientifically-supported choice, showing curiosity but limited engagement with the study’s detailed results. The tone and brevity of comments reflect a superficial engagement with the article's scientific importance.
AgreementLow agreement
The comments express skepticism toward the claims of the publication, with one criticizing the product marketing and another questioning why finasteride isn't more widely chosen for its cost-effectiveness.
InterestModerate interest
The discussions show some interest in the topic of hair loss treatment options but are limited in depth or enthusiasm.
EngagementNeutral engagement
The comments are brief and somewhat dismissive, reflecting minimal in-depth discussion or exploration of the study’s findings.
ImpactLow impact
The discussions seem to have little influence on perception or practice, mostly raising doubts or sharing opinions rather than core scientific insights.
Abstract in brief
- The study compares the effectiveness of oral finasteride and topical minoxidil over 12 months in treating male androgenetic alopecia, finding that both treatments improved hair growth with no significant differences in patient characteristics.
- Clinical cure rates were higher with finasteride (80%) compared to minoxidil (52%), and side effects were mild in both groups, primarily involving sexual function and scalp irritation, which resolved after stopping the treatments.
- Laboratory tests showed no major adverse changes, except for hormonal shifts in the finasteride group, indicating both drugs are generally safe and effective options for male hair loss management.]
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Llechef
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@litesomkafka Varför inte välja det vetenskapligt bättre alternativet finasterid för en bråkdel av priset på recept? https://t.co/1YVqdauzsl ?? Ba dela en vanlig för lågdos ju
May 27, 2022 · 196 followers
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Long-term Effectiveness of Finasteride for Male Hair Loss
Finasteride 1 mg daily effectively treats male androgenetic alopecia, with continued benefits or improvement over 10 years. Older men tend to see better results, and initial improvements predict long-term success, with…
Haircafe · Oct 6, 2022
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Comparative Study of Finasteride and Minoxidil for Male Hair Loss
The study compares the effectiveness of oral finasteride and topical minoxidil over 12 months in treating male androgenetic alopecia, showing significant hair growth improvements and higher cure rates with finasteride…
Haircafe · May 7, 2022
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Dr.Harman, MD
@drharman15 · X
@kiierrhairgrow Sell your product, but not by befooling people
Apr 1, 2025 · 278 followers
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lechef
@lechefish · X
@litesomkafka Varför inte välja det vetenskapligt bättre alternativet finasterid för en bråkdel av priset på recept? https://t.co/1YVqdauzsl ?? Ba dela en vanlig för lågdos ju
May 27, 2022 · 196 followers
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