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Effectiveness of Minoxidil, Finasteride, and Low-Level Laser Therapy for Androgenetic Alopecia: A Systematic Review

Tags: Hair, Hair Loss, Androgenetic Alopecia, Minoxidil, Finasteride, Laser Therapy, Quicktakes

March 3, 2025

Dr. Kumar’s Take:

A comprehensive meta-analysis confirms that minoxidil, finasteride, and low-level laser light therapy (LLLT) are effective for treating androgenetic alopecia (AGA). These treatments significantly improve hair density, thickness, and overall hair growth compared to placebo. However, some potential biases exist due to industry-funded studies.

Brief Summary:

A systematic review and meta-analysis evaluated the efficacy of FDA-approved and FDA-cleared nonsurgical treatments for androgenetic alopecia in men and women. The study analyzed 23 randomized controlled trials (RCTs) and found that minoxidil, finasteride, and LLLT significantly outperformed placebo treatments. Hair density increased by:

Microneedling for Hair Growth: A Comprehensive Review of Its Efficacy in Androgenetic Alopecia

Tags: Hair, Microneedling, Hair Loss, Androgenetic Alopecia, Hair Regrowth, Quicktakes

March 3, 2025

Dr. Kumar’s Take:

A recent systematic review and meta-analysis highlights the potential of microneedling (MN) as an effective adjunctive treatment for androgenetic alopecia (AGA). The findings suggest that combining MN with conventional treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, or platelet-rich plasma (PRP) leads to superior hair density and diameter improvements compared to monotherapy alone. Moreover, the therapy appears to be well-tolerated with minimal adverse effects.

Brief Summary:

This study reviewed 13 randomized controlled trials (RCTs) involving 696 AGA patients to compare the effectiveness and safety of MN therapy combined with other treatments versus monotherapy. Results showed that combined MN therapy led to statistically significant improvements in hair density, hair diameter, and physician-reported efficacy compared to monotherapy. However, patient satisfaction ratings did not differ significantly between the groups. Safety outcomes revealed no significant difference in adverse effects between combined and single therapies.