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    Glossary4-Hydroxycyclophosphamide

    active metabolite of cyclophosphamide used in chemotherapy

    4-Hydroxycyclophosphamide (4-HC) is an active metabolite of the chemotherapy drug cyclophosphamide. It is formed in the liver and is responsible for the drug's therapeutic effects, as well as some of its side effects. 4-HC works by interfering with the DNA of rapidly dividing cells, which makes it effective in treating certain cancers and autoimmune diseases.

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      community 4 months of min/fin treatment with little to no progress

      in Is this regrowth?  13 upvotes 6 days ago
      A 21-year-old male has been using finasteride and minoxidil for four months with little progress in hair regrowth, despite adding microneedling and rosemary oil to his routine. Users suggest patience, maintaining the current treatment, and possibly simplifying the routine by dropping rosemary and microneedling.

      community 4 and half month Finasteride, 2 months Minoxidil (oral)

      in Update  39 upvotes 1 week ago
      The user has been using 1.25 mg finasteride, 10 mg oral minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and occasional micro-needling for hair loss, noting some regrowth, especially at the temples. Another user expresses relief and encouragement from the post, as they are starting similar treatments.

      community 4 months after my hairtransplant

      in Progress Pictures  65 upvotes 1 week ago
      The user had a hair transplant at Vera Clinic Istanbul and is using 1mg Finasteride six times a week, 0.5mg Dutasteride once a week, and topical Minoxidil daily. They wash out the Minoxidil each morning and are happy with the results, noting the importance of medication to prevent further hair loss.

      community 4 month topical fin/min progress pics

      in Progress Pictures  606 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      A user experienced significant hair regrowth after 4 months using topical finasteride and minoxidil, along with dermastamping and biotin supplements, without side effects. They are not considering a hair transplant due to the success of this regimen.

      community 4 years on Fin + minox, then 2 years on Dut + minox - From "good" to "great": my experience, with some pictures. (long)

      in Progress Pictures  117 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      The conversation discusses a user's positive experience with hair loss treatments, specifically transitioning from finasteride and minoxidil to dutasteride and minoxidil, resulting in improved hair regrowth and fewer side effects. The user highlights dutasteride as more effective and with fewer side effects compared to finasteride.