
Does Ketoconazole Shampoo Help With Hairloss? How Ofter Should It

Question: does ketoconazole shampoo help with hairloss? how ofter should it be used and at what strength?
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Regarding ketoconazole shampoo and hair fall
Detailed Answer:
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Ketoconazole shampoo is commonly used for treatment of dandruff and consequent increased hair shedding due to dandruff. In addition it also forms part of treatment of androgenetic alopecia in males along with topical minoxidil solution and oral finasteride where it is supposed to have a local antiandrogenic effect nhibiting the action of DHT in hair follicles which is responsible for miniaturization or thinning of hair. It is available in 2% strength.
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Regarding ketoconazole shampoo and hair fall
Detailed Answer:
Hello and welcome to ask a doctor service. I have gone through your query and noted your concern.
Ketoconazole shampoo is commonly used for treatment of dandruff and consequent increased hair shedding due to dandruff. In addition it also forms part of treatment of androgenetic alopecia in males along with topical minoxidil solution and oral finasteride where it is supposed to have a local antiandrogenic effect nhibiting the action of DHT in hair follicles which is responsible for miniaturization or thinning of hair. It is available in 2% strength.
Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if you need any more assistance.
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