Still in experimentation, but an interesting discovery.

Research/Science 5/17/2025

A user shared their experience with finasteride for hair loss, noting it slowed but didn't stop their hair loss, and they quit after 1.5 years. Suggestions included trying dutasteride, adding minoxidil, and maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

Amplifica starting clinical trials for new hair loss drug. SCUBE3 protein discovered, stimulates hair growth, could be alternative to Minoxidil and Finasteride.

Hair loss treatments still rely heavily on minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841, with little innovation. Future treatments like stem cell therapy and RNA technology show promise but are not yet available.

Breezula offers modest hair growth similar to finasteride and is expected to be available by late 2026. It is a safe alternative without hormonal side effects and works well with minoxidil.

This conversation is about a user struggling with hair loss who has been told by their barber that minoxidil does not work and the only solution is to accept it. Other users have encouraged them to continue using finasteride and minoxidil, as well as look for another barber, since these treatments are scientifically proven to be effective in combating hair loss.

The user has been using pyrilutamide, topical finasteride, and 15% minoxidil for hair growth for almost 4 years. Despite mixed responses from others, the user reports seeing progress, especially with the addition of pyrilutamide, and plans to continue the regimen.