whats the difference between minoxidil and finesteride?
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What is minoxidil? \n\nMinoxidil is a vasodilator. It relaxes veins and arteries, which makes it easier for your heart to pump.\n\nMinoxidil is used to lower blood pressure.\n\nalso , some proved that minixodil is being useful in baldness (alopecia) .\nDo not take minoxidil if you \n\nhave pheochromocytoma, \nhave an aortic (heart) aneurysm, or \nhave had a heart attack or stroke within the last month. \n\n\nWhat are the possible side effects of minoxidil?\n\nan allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of your throat; swelling of your lips, tongue, or face; or hives); \nnumbness, tingling, pain, or weakness of your arms, legs, or face; \nincreased difficulty in breathing; \nirregular or very fast heartbeats; \nnew or worsening chest pain; \npersistent or severe dizziness or lightheadedness; or \nfainting. \nContinue to take minoxidil and talk to your doctor when it is convenient if you experience\n\na headache; \nmild dizziness or lightheadedness; \nwater retention or weight gain--swelling of your face, stomach area, hands, feet, or ankles (call your doctor if you suddenly gain 5 or more pounds); \nnausea, vomiting, diarrhea, or a decreased appetite; \na rash; \nfatigue; \nincreased hair growth; or \nbreast tenderness. \n\n\n\n\nnow , \n\nWhat is finasteride? \n\nFinasteride prevents the conversion of testosterone to dihydrotestosterone (DHT) in the body. DHT is involved in the development of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) and hair loss.\n\nFinasteride is used to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia (enlarged prostate). Finasteride is also used to reduce hair loss due to male pattern baldness.\n\nFinasteride is intended for use by men only\n\nWhat are the possible side effects of finasteride? \n\ndecreased libido (sex drive); \ndecreased volume of ejaculate; \nimpotence (trouble getting or keeping an erection); or \nbreast tenderness or enlargement. \n\n\nso from the mentioned above ,, i can conclude that both drugs can be useful in baldness , but finasteride is more potent and medically proved because when minixidil being used just for baldness it can cause much more complications.\n\ncontact your doctor
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hairspray and hair gel and make sure pick the right shampoo type..(don't use conditioner too much)
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See a dermatologist. He might recommend minoxidil topical solution. \n\nPlease ensure you do not have dandruff. If you do, use a dandruff shampoo. Follow instruction on the label.\n\nI have heard about laser treatment to stimulate hair follicles. Your dermatologist (skin specialist) should be able to give you more information. \n\nAre you anaemic? test your blood, if yes, eat leafy vegetables or iron supplements\n\nHope this will be of help.
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the difference is in price. itried both and didnt see any difference. go with gilette fusion. it is great.
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For me its XENICAL. It has no side effect and really effective.
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Unless you are talking beauty supplies rather than chemistry.\n\nThen you mix the peroxide with bleach powder or dye to activate them.  10 volume is the weakest, therefore slowest.  50 volume is the strongest, fastest.
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I didn't check what the patents are for.  For example, they could be for how the pill is constructed rather than for the use as a hair restorer.   However, assuming that all of the patents cover something important, it would be in 2013 before a generic version is available.  \n\nSeven years is a long time to be losing your hair.  Once you are really bald, Propecia won't make much difference.  If you decide to go the medication route, you can try minoxidil (which is now generic) or pay for Propecia, and assume the price will come down--eventually.   BTW, Rogaine (the brand-name minoxidil) is about to come out with a mousse application that will apparently make it much easier to use.  But of course, the mousse will not be generic.\n\nSorry, I wish I could give you better news.
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♥medicine or hair dye♥
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Some people tolerate Zocor better than Lipitor as Zocor is water soluable and is excreted via the kidney verses Lipitor which is metabolized via the liver.  If muscle aches are a problem with Lipitor then Zocor can be trialled often with good success.\n\nLipitor has more potency than Zocor. (mg per mg it reduces cholesterol better)  It is very important to reach your cholesterol goals.  In fact recent studies have demonstrated if the blood cholesterol is low enough (LDL about 50 or lower) then there can actually be reversal of the artery plaques.  \n\nSo you have to balance potential side effects of the medication (or more often FEAR of side effects) with the very bad result of having a heart attack or stroke or kidney failure with uncontrolled cholesterol.\n\nBy the way Crestor is THE most potent medication of the class.
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I am just reinforcing your question. Does anyone in the field of medicine or anyone who have tried the product answer this question? I have tird other products and I am suceptible to self acclaimed cure of baldness. TY
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I'm very sceptical in regards to it's worth myself, but here's a site with details about the product for you...\nhttp://www.stophairlossnow.com/Products/ShenMin.htm\nAnd here's the official Shen min homepage...\nhttp://www.shenmin.com/
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They use hair folicals because it is most accurate at pin pointing when you used. Anything that claims to "cleanse" your hair folicals is scam.\nIt will show up!
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I use to use proactiv. At first i used it constantly(2 times a day for 2 weeks)and i saw that it didn't have that great of an effect, so i switched to 2 times every other day and i saw better results on my face. If the benzoyl peroxide is too much for your face , use in lesser amounts.\n\np.s. dial soap does not contain benzoyl peroxide so it is not the same as proactiv
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I usually switch up my brands, sticking with the "strongest" ie: Degree, Arid Xdry, Secret, when the current brand I am using is no longer as effective.  So far it seems to work.  You could also check with your dermatalogist.  Some people have overactive glands that can be treated.  Even Botox is being used for excess persperation.
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Don't waste you money honey !!!\n\nWhen you go to the store get the two boxes one regular and one ultra then look at the ingredients and the difference between the two.\n\nYou will get ripped off buying the ultra !!!
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Personally, I don't care for Dove products....I don't like any of them!  (My mom swore by them, however)  I can't say how well clean and clear works, since I've never used that product line, but I love Acne Free!  It's available at Wal Mart, is comparable to Proactiv, and costs less.
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I use Loreal Featherlash, inexpensive compared to department store brands and works wonderful!!