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    Glossary6-Mercaptopurine

    chemotherapy drug that inhibits cancer cell growth

    6-Mercaptopurine (6-MP) is a chemotherapy medication used primarily to treat certain types of cancer, such as acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL). It works by interfering with the growth of cancer cells, which are then destroyed by the body. 6-MP is also used in the treatment of some autoimmune diseases due to its immunosuppressive properties.

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      community 6 Months topical 5% minoxidil twice a day.

      in Progress Pictures  129 upvotes 3 days ago
      The user has been using topical 5% minoxidil for six months with minimal results and is worried about greasy hair and potential side effects of adding finasteride. Others suggest combining minoxidil with finasteride for better results, while discussing potential side effects like erectile dysfunction.

      community 6 month check … is this regrowth ?

      in Progress Pictures  47 upvotes 5 days ago
      The user has experienced hair regrowth using finasteride, minoxidil, dermarolling, and nizoral shampoo, but is considering a hair transplant due to advanced hair loss. Others suggest checking the donor area and considering a reputable surgeon for a potential transplant.

      community 6 Months Oral Dut/Min Progress

      in Progress Pictures  81 upvotes 1 week ago
      A 23-year-old male experienced significant hair regrowth and increased libido after switching from oral finasteride to 0.5 mg oral dutasteride and 2.5 mg oral minoxidil, following hair loss induced by a testosterone cycle. He reported initial shedding and decreased libido with finasteride, but no side effects with dutasteride, and noted improvements in hair density, temple regrowth, and reduced acne.

      community 6 Months on Oral Fin + Oral Minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  859 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      A user shared their 6-month progress using oral finasteride and oral minoxidil for hair loss, reporting significant improvements with minimal side effects, such as slight erectile dysfunction that resolved. Other users discussed their experiences, concerns about side effects, and the effectiveness of these treatments.