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October 2018 PMID 29055953

An Open-Label Randomized Multicenter Study Assessing the Noninferiority of a Caffeine-Based Topical Liquid 0.2% versus Minoxidil 5% Solution in Male Androgenetic Alopecia.

Rachita Dhurat, Jill Chitallia, Theodor W May, Ammani M Jayaraaman, Jithendriya Madhukara, Subbu Anandan, Pradyumna Vaidya, Adolf Klenk

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Peak: 24 in Jun 2025
across 6 sources since Dec 2020

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547,797
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8,259

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What people are saying

The discussions reflect a generally supportive attitude toward the study, often citing it as evidence that caffeine solutions work for alopecia, indicated by phrases like 'this study proves you wrong' and 'it works for alopecia,' which demonstrate active engagement and the desire to inform or challenge others. The tone varies from confident assertions to calls for validation, showing moderate influence and interest in the topic.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions support the idea that the caffeine-based solution is effective for hair loss, reflecting general agreement with the study's findings.

InterestModerate interest

Participants show moderate interest, often referencing the study directly or suggesting its relevance to hair loss treatments.

EngagementHigh engagement

Comments are highly engaged, with many users referencing the research, sharing opinions, and demanding clarification or validation.

ImpactModerate impact

While the discussions influence opinions and spread information, the overall impact remains moderate as they are mostly among individuals already interested in hair loss solutions.

Abstract in brief

  • The study aimed to compare the effectiveness of a caffeine-based topical solution (O2) with the standard minoxidil 5% solution in treating male androgenetic alopecia, and found the caffeine-based solution to be similarly effective.
  • Over 6 months, both treatments increased the percentage of healthy hair follicles (anagen hairs), with minoxidil showing slightly higher improvement, but the difference was small enough to consider the caffeine solution noninferior.
  • The results suggest that a caffeine-based topical liquid could be a viable alternative to minoxidil 5% for men with this type of hair loss, potentially offering more treatment options.]
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@venusiema @_iMarriedPrince @triiadxx you're just loud and wrong. https://t.co/i6tdBaq4Re

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abuojoruh
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@ahtnamas @UniBornB @triiadxx he's also wrong . topical oils work just as well as minoxidil https://t.co/i6tdBaq4Re

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abuobesity
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@ahtnamas @UniBornB @triiadxx he's also wrong . topical oils work just as well as minoxidil https://t.co/i6tdBaq4Re

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abuojoruh
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@_iMarriedPrince @Sk8Ghoul this study literally proves you wrong. it works for alopecia https://t.co/i6tdBaq4Re

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abuobesity
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abuobesity
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abuobesity
@abuobesity · X

@_iMarriedPrince @triiadxx heres a study proving you wrong https://t.co/i6tdBaq4Re

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abuojoruh
@abuojoruh · X

@_iMarriedPrince @triiadxx heres a study proving you wrong https://t.co/i6tdBaq4Re

Jun 4, 2025 · 16 likes · 289 followers View post →
abuobesity
@abuobesity · X

@_iMarriedPrince @Harmonie1974 here's a study proving you wrong https://t.co/i6tdBaq4Re

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@abuojoruh · X

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Jun 4, 2025 · 289 followers View post →
abuobesity
@abuobesity · X

@_iMarriedPrince @2000ANDTAE @triiadxx here's a study proving you wrong https://t.co/i6tdBaq4Re

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