A user speculates that a fast metabolism might affect the effectiveness of dutasteride for hairloss. Another user argues that drug response is unrelated to metabolism speed.
A 23-year-old man shared his one-year progress using finasteride for hairloss, starting with a lower dose due to side effects and gradually increasing to 1mg. He experienced manageable side effects and is considering adding minoxidil or switching to dutasteride in the future.
The user has been on oral finasteride and minoxidil for six months without seeing hairloss stabilization and has started taking dutasteride twice a week. Other users shared their experiences with hairloss treatments, with one suggesting dutasteride might be more effective than finasteride.
A 26-year-old shared their 3-month hair regrowth progress using finasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, a mane solution with various oils and extracts, and microneedling. They plan to add curcumin topically and are open to suggestions for their aggressive treatment protocol.
A user in their mid-40s shared a 12-month update on using finasteride for hairloss, showing significant improvement. They started seeing thicker hair and regrowth after 3 months, with no side effects noticed.
The user shared their 6-month progress using Dutasteride .5 daily, RU 100mg once a day, and 15 mg oral Minoxidil for hairloss. They reported visible results, no side effects, and increased body hair, despite concerns from others about the high dosage and potential health risks.
A 48-year-old man's 11-month progress using 1mg finasteride for hairloss treatment, with significant improvement and no side effects. Other users share their experiences, with some also seeing positive results, while others have not been as successful.
A user's successful hair regrowth over 33 months using daily finasteride and minoxidil, microneedling 2-4 times per month, and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. The user's progress has inspired others to consider similar treatments for hairloss.
A user underwent a hair transplant with 3500 grafts at WSC clinic in Istanbul and uses finasteride, biotin, multivitamins, minoxidil with finasteride, biotin shampoo, and coconut oil with peppermint oil for hairloss treatment. Another user commented that the result looks like a barren patch of hair.
People often turn to natural remedies like saw palmetto and rosemary oil for hairloss, but these are not as effective as FDA-approved treatments like finasteride and minoxidil. Some users express concerns about potential side effects of finasteride, while others share positive experiences with it.
A 24-year-old shared his 11-month hair regrowth progress using 1mg oral finasteride, Dr. Reddy's Minoxidil + Finasteride 5% topical solution, 2.5 mg oral minoxidil, microneedling, ketoconazole shampoo, and plans to switch to dutasteride and tretinoin. Users praised his progress, discussed hair regrowth strategies, and shared personal experiences with hairloss treatments.
A 22-year-old male has been using finasteride, topical minoxidil, and oral minoxidil for hairloss but sees minimal improvement and is considering adding dutasteride. Users suggest additional treatments like dermarolling, PRP, and consulting a dermatologist, or considering a hair transplant.
Some people respond better to minoxidil due to higher enzyme levels converting it to its active form. Minoxidil helps with hair regrowth but doesn't prevent hairloss; finasteride and other DHT inhibitors are needed for that.
A 19-year-old is distressed about his 17-year-old autistic brother's hairloss, projecting his own insecurities despite being on finasteride and dutasteride. Replies suggest the brother might not care about balding, and the poster should address his own issues.
The conclusion of the conversation is that the user has made significant progress in their hairloss treatment using a combination of oral minoxidil, topical minoxidil, RU58841, dutasteride, dermarolling, and scalp massage. Other users have praised their progress and recommended different treatments.
The post and conversation are about the user's high testosterone levels and their worsening hairloss despite trying various treatments. They are considering using low doses of anti-androgens to lower their testosterone levels as a potential solution.
The conversation is about Brad Pitt's hair and whether he has had a hair transplant or used finasteride. Some users believe that his good genetics and lifestyle choices are responsible for his hair, while others think he may have had cosmetic procedures or used hairloss treatments.
The conclusion of the conversation is that the user started using 5% Minoxidil for hairloss and is happy with the progress. They also mentioned being trans and coming off testosterone, which they believe will help prevent further hairloss. Some users suggested using finasteride as well.
This conversation is about a user who has been using Minoxidil to treat hairloss for two weeks, and experienced an intense shed. The replies offer advice on how to manage their shedding, such as shaving their head or using Finasteride, and encouragement that the results will be worth it in the end.
Pyrilutimide and CB-03-01, two treatments for hairloss, have similar clinical trial results despite different binding affinities to androgen receptors. Factors other than binding affinity, like the time a drug stays bound to the receptor, may influence their effectiveness.
Lichen Planopilaris (LPP), a form of permanent hairloss, which can be mistaken for seborrheic dermatitis and is characterized by scalp itching, burning, redness, and dandruff. Treatment options discussed include steroidal creams, finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841.
A 25-year old user's progress with only finasteride in treating their hairloss, and other users suggesting minoxidil and dermarolling as additional treatments.
Discussing results, side effects and potential sources of pyrilutamide for hairloss treatment alongside RU58841 and other treatments such as Minoxidil and finasteride.
A 37-year-old person taking 0.25mg of Finasteride daily to treat hairloss, with the goal of saving existing hair rather than regrowing it, who experienced an expected dramatic shed and subsequent improvement in their hair noticeably after 3 months. A 38 year old had a similar experience with the same timeline and result.
A user's 2-year experience with Minoxidil and Finasteride as a treatment for hairloss, including the costs involved and potential side effects. Other users shared their experiences and asked questions about their own use of these treatments.
The post and conversation are about the high cost and skepticism surrounding pyrilutamide as a hairloss treatment, with comparisons to minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. The original poster defends pyrilutamide's effectiveness and criticizes others for dismissing it without proper understanding.
A user shared progress pictures after one year of daily 0.5 mg Dutasteride for hairloss prevention and regrowth. Other users discussed the effectiveness of Dutasteride compared to Finasteride and Minoxidil.
A user in France is frustrated because three dermatologists refused to prescribe finasteride for their hairloss, suggesting it's not androgenetic alopecia (AGA) and offering expensive vitamin treatments instead. Other users suggest buying hairloss treatments like minoxidil and finasteride from various online pharmacies and considering a gender-affirming care physician for more understanding treatment options.
A 19-year-old man is happy with his hair regrowth after 5 months of using finasteride and minoxidil, and he also found a supportive girlfriend while dealing with hairloss and acne. He emphasizes patience and taking progress photos for those struggling with similar issues.
A 30-year-old uses Dutasteride, Minoxidil, biotin, dermarolling, Anaphase+ shampoo, and Nizoral for hairloss. Some commenters question the need for such extensive treatment given the minimal hairloss.