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signaling protein that, when suppressed, may grow hair by reducing inflammation and stem cell loss
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Heavy duty finasteride that comes with higher risks, but scalp injections seem safe and are gaining popularity
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natural substance from Neem tree with medicinal and pesticidal properties
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a JAK inhibitor for alopecia areata and other autoimmune conditions
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research Inhibitory Effects of Polyacetylene Compounds from Panax Ginseng on Neurotrophin Receptor-Mediated Hair Growth
Certain compounds from Panax ginseng can block proteins that affect hair growth, potentially helping treat hair loss.
research A Comprehensive Review of Biochemical Factors in Herbs and Their Constituent Compounds in Experimental Studies on Alopecia
Herbs might help with hair loss, but more research is needed to confirm their safety and effectiveness.
research Physiological and Pharmacological Features of the Non-Saponin Components in Korean Red Ginseng
Korean Red Ginseng has beneficial components that help with stress, immunity, fatigue, memory, blood flow, and disease protection.
research Protective Role of Nutritional Plants Containing Flavonoids in Hair Follicle Disruption: A Review
Some plants with flavonoids may help treat hair loss and promote hair growth.
research Ginseng Phytochemicals as Therapeutics in Oncology: Recent Perspectives
Ginseng may help treat cancer and reduce treatment side effects, but more research is needed.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity 1.25mg of Fin and 5% topical minoxidil once a day. 8 months progress. Diffuse thinning
This user experienced improvements in their hair density and texture through the use of finasteride (1.25mg) and minoxidil (5%) applied topically once a day over 8 months, with no reported side effects other than slightly lowered libido.
community Four years on finasteride (1 mg daily) and minoxidil (two years topical, two years oral) from age 24 (top) to 28 (bottom). Looks like I lost a bit of ground
The user shared progress pictures after using finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss over four years. Responses vary, with some seeing stabilization or slight improvement, and others noticing a small amount of hair loss.
community 1 Year Finasteride Update (pictures in comments)
The user shared a 1-year update on using finasteride (0.25mg three times a week), biotin, ketoconazole shampoo, and vitamin D for hair loss, showing positive results with pictures and no side effects. Other users commented on the effectiveness and the user's good response to the treatment.
community Only finasteride 1.25 for 5 months
The conversation is about a user's hair regrowth after using only finasteride for 5 months, with some users expressing congratulations and curiosity about the lack of minoxidil use and potential side effects.
community Studies show: 0.2 mg reduces scalp DHT by ~55%. 1 mg reduces it by ~64%. 5 mg reduces it by ~69%.
Finasteride reduces scalp DHT significantly even at low doses, with 0.2 mg reducing it by about 55%, but higher doses like 1 mg and 5 mg offer only marginally more reduction. Users discuss side effects, with some experiencing none and others reporting issues like low libido, and they also mention using other treatments like minoxidil and dutasteride.