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    GlossaryCalcitriol (1,25 dihydroxyvitamin D3)

    active form of vitamin D regulating calcium and phosphate levels

    Calcitriol, also known as 1,25-dihydroxyvitamin D3, is the active form of vitamin D in the body. It plays a crucial role in regulating calcium and phosphate levels, promoting healthy bone formation, and supporting immune function. In the context of hair and alopecia, calcitriol can influence hair follicle cycling and may have therapeutic potential in treating certain types of hair loss.

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      community 27M 1.25 fin 5 months, 1ml 5% min 2x daily 2 months

      in Progress Pictures  109 upvotes 4 days ago
      A 27-year-old male has been using 1.25mg finasteride for 5 months and 5% minoxidil twice daily for 2 months, along with biotin and vitamin D supplements, to improve hair growth. He reports some progress and side effects like reduced libido, and is considering switching to oral minoxidil and possibly adding dutasteride after a year.

      community 1 year of 1,25 mg oral FIN - Progress

      in Is this regrowth?  170 upvotes 6 months ago
      A 23-year-old experiencing hair thinning has seen noticeable improvement after using 1.25 mg oral finasteride for over a year and recently starting 2.5 mg oral minoxidil, along with ketoconazole shampoo. They are considering a hair transplant in the future and have not experienced any side effects from the medication.

      community 34 Year old male - 20 month Finasteride 1.25 mg / day

      in Progress Pictures  661 upvotes 9 months ago
      A 34-year-old male experienced significant hair regrowth and increased density after 20 months of using 1.25 mg of finasteride daily, with no noticeable side effects. He did not use minoxidil due to adverse effects and plans to consider adding dutasteride weekly for further improvement.