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      community Assistance on homemade topical finasteride regimen please?

       2 upvotes 2 years ago
      User has maintained hairline with minoxidil for 8 years but now seeks to add topical finasteride due to increased hair loss. They request advice on making a homemade finasteride solution, including ingredient recommendations and optimal percentages for ethanol and glycerin.

      community Attempting to assist people with gyno sides on finasteride

       23 upvotes 2 years ago
      Finasteride can cause gynecomastia due to hormonal imbalances. Management includes consulting an endocrinologist and using aromatase inhibitors like anastrozole or supplements like DIM and zinc.

      community I ingested RU58841 orally to see if its legit

       131 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user ingested RU58841 orally and experienced severe heart and breathing issues, requiring emergency medical assistance. They concluded that MV supplements is a legitimate supplier but warned of the serious side effects.

      community Been on oral min/fin for 4 months and keep shedding

       21 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user has been using oral minoxidil and finasteride for 4 months and is experiencing shedding, which is common and indicates the treatment is working. Users advise patience, suggesting it can take up to a year or more to see significant results, and recommend considering microneedling to assist with hair regrowth.

      community IGF-1 and Peptides? Miracle molecule waiting to be found

       10 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses potential hair loss treatments focusing on stimulating IGF-1 at the follicle level using growth-factor cocktails and engineered peptides, such as Acetyl Tetrapeptide-3, Copper Tripeptide-1, Oligopeptide-20, Thymosin-β4, and Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7. It suggests that device-assisted delivery methods like microneedling may enhance effectiveness.

      community Additional supplements for min/fin treatment?

       5 upvotes 10 months ago
      Consider taking vitamin D3 and using tretinoin with minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss. Rosemary essential oil may improve hair appearance.

      community Accelerated Hair Loss from Creatine

       137 upvotes 10 months ago
      Creatine may cause hair loss in some individuals, especially those on finasteride, despite no scientific link. Personal experiences suggest individual sensitivity to DHT could be a factor.

      community Will my tretinoin work if it’s mixed with niacinamide?

       2 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user is concerned if a formulation of tretinoin mixed with niacinamide will affect the absorption of minoxidil. They are seeking advice on whether niacinamide will hinder tretinoin's effectiveness.

      community Side effects after 7 months without overthinking it.

       20 upvotes 4 years ago
      A user experienced erectile issues after 7 months of using Finasteride and sought advice. Responses varied, with some suggesting breaks and others sharing similar side effects or dismissing concerns.

      community M33 - 3 months of oral minoxidil

      in Is this regrowth?  59 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user experienced significant hair regrowth after 3 months of using 2.5mg oral minoxidil but also noticed unwanted body hair growth. Suggestions included switching to dutasteride or adding finasteride to address hair loss more effectively.

      community South Korean Red Light Therapy Study

       41 upvotes 6 months ago
      Korean scientists developed a red light therapy that reduces a hair loss marker by 92%. Users discussed the benefits and drawbacks of natural sunlight versus red light caps for hair health, with some suggesting supplements for vitamin D.

      community On Fin / Min for 1 year plus... is this progress?

      in Progress Pictures  6 upvotes 6 months ago
      A user has been using finasteride and minoxidil for over a year with little progress in hair regrowth and is considering switching to dutasteride. They are also using microneedling, ketoconazole shampoo, and considering red light therapy, but are frustrated with the lack of results.

      community Is microneedling still worth it if I’m on oral minoxidil?

      in Microneedling  21 upvotes 11 months ago
      Microneedling may still be beneficial for those on oral minoxidil due to its effects on tissue repair and blood flow, not just absorption. Some users report mixed results, and the effectiveness of combining microneedling with oral treatments remains debated.

      community Minoxidil with Tretinoin together

      in Minoxidil  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      Combining tretinoin with minoxidil may improve absorption by exfoliating the scalp, but results vary. Users suggest starting with low frequency to avoid irritation, and some recommend additional treatments like finasteride or microneedling.

      community Oral Biotin and Topical Minoxidil have a synergy effect in increasing hair growth, the study was only done in healthy subjects and it was only 14 days but it does prove that biotin can play a significant role as an adjunct treatment.

       168 upvotes 1 year ago
      Oral biotin combined with topical minoxidil may increase hair growth rate, though the study was limited to healthy subjects and did not measure hair density. Some users report personal benefits from biotin, such as faster nail growth and healthier hair, but concerns about acne and study quality were also mentioned.

      community A side to side comparison, two and half months apart

       221 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user shared progress pictures showing hair improvement after using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil for two and a half months. They are considering a hair transplant but are advised to wait for full results from the treatments.

      community do any supplements actually work?

       6 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user asked if collagen or hair growth supplements made their hair thicker. Another user suggested that Vitamin D might help if deficient.

      community Finasteride's impact on blood pressure - mechanism of action

       4 upvotes 5 years ago
      Finasteride may cause mild blood pressure-related side effects in less than 10% of users, unlike minoxidil, which has stronger effects. Alternatives like topical ketoconazole and dermarollers are suggested for those concerned about finasteride's side effects.

      community 4 Months on oral finasteride 1mg and Minoxidil 2.5mg

       73 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user is experiencing positive hair regrowth after 4 months of using oral finasteride 1mg, oral minoxidil 2.5mg, derma rolling, and biotin tablets. They are happy with the progress and hopeful for continued improvement.

      community Holding out for a miracle drug

       59 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 41-year-old male has been using a combination of treatments for hair regrowth, including finasteride, minoxidil, a laser cap, ketoconazole shampoo, and rosemary oil, with some progress noted. He is maintaining his current regimen in hopes of a future miracle drug while considering hair transplants and other treatments like dutasteride and copper peptides.

      community Is this true? It can be a major breakthrough

       1008 upvotes 4 months ago
      Deoxyribose sugar gel may stimulate hair regrowth similarly to minoxidil by enhancing blood supply and follicle activity. Human trials are necessary, and current products have mixed results.