Simvastatin cream vs. steroid cream for patchy hair loss
Treatments studied
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This trial compares two creams—one with simvastatin (a cholesterol medicine) and one with a steroid—to see which works better for patchy hair loss caused by alopecia areata. It may help you if you have mild to moderate patchy hair loss and haven't used other treatments recently.
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Who can take part
- You have patchy hair loss on your scalp that covers less than half of your scalp.
- You do not have complete hair loss on your scalp or body.
- You do not have other causes for your hair loss, like an autoimmune disease, hormone problem, or skin condition in the area.
- You have not used any hair loss treatment (cream, lotion, or pills) in the last 2 months.
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding.
- You are not allergic to any of the study medications (simvastatin or steroids).
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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