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What does spironolactone have to do with male pattern baldness?

April 26, 2017Baldness Male Pattern spironolactone

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What does spironolactone have to do with male pattern baldness?

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There are three distinct benefits of topical spironolactone in its use as a treatment for MPB. (1). Spironolactone significantly reduces the amount of DHT in the scalp by inhibiting the conversion of precursor steroids to DHT. (2). Spironolactone reduces the DHT in the scalp by converting localized testosterone into estrogen, which is thought to be protective of the hair follicles.