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Originally Posted by KatCarney  Nizoral / Ketoconazole
Ketoconazole is currently used as an antifungal agent in the treatment of fungal infections and dandruff. Oral ketoconazole is known to have anti-androgenic effects by reducing the production of testosterone and other androgens. Ketoconazole has also been shown to decrease DHT levels when applied topically. Ketoconazole shampoo is available both with and without a prescription. Prescription Nizoral shampoo contains 2% ketoconazole and is often prescribed for the treatment of fungal infections of the scalp and sebbhoreic dermatitis. Non-prescription Nizoral A-D shampoo contains 1% ketoconazole.
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Nizoral hasn't helped me one bit. I have tried everything from Rogaine to a hair loss medication that they have in Germany. I recently went to the dermatologist again and he said since Rogaine and nothing else has helped me yet, nothing will help. I have been wearing wigs for a few months now.