meta_analysis
    2022
    High Quality

    Relative Efficacy of Minoxidil and the 5-alpha Reductase Inhibitors in Androgenetic Alopecia Treatment of Male Patients: A Network Meta-analysis

    Unknown authors

    Published in JAMA Dermatology

    Key Findings

    Network meta-analysis compared doses of 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors and minoxidil, with oral dutasteride 0.5 mg and finasteride 5 mg ranking highest for hair count change.

    Conclusions

    DHT-lowering therapy is at least as effective as minoxidil, with efficacy tracking degree of DHT reduction.

    Outcomes Measured

    DHT Reduction
    Primary

    The findings of this meta-analysis contribute to the understanding of the relative efficacy of the different doses of the 5-alpha reductase inhibitors and minoxidil.

    Study Details

    Year:2022
    Quality Score:9/10

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