Hair loss treatments discussed: Minoxidil, Finasteride, RU58841, and Spironolactone. Woman with androgeneticalopecia and alopecia areata shares experience using Spironolactone.
Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 are discussed as treatments for androgeneticalopecia (AGA). The conversation questions their effectiveness and whether they are scams.
People on testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) with aggressive androgeneticalopecia (AGA) discuss using Dutasteride or Finasteride, sometimes combined with topical treatments like RU58841 or CB-03-01 (Breezula), to prevent hair loss. Concerns about side effects and costs of certain treatments are mentioned, with one individual sharing their experience of slowed hair loss using Finasteride alone.
SCUBE3 and GT20029 are potential treatments for hair loss, with SCUBE3 stimulating hair growth and GT20029 protecting against DHT. A combined approach using SCUBE3, finasteride or dutasteride, and later GT20029 could provide a comprehensive treatment for androgeneticalopecia.
The conversation discusses a patent for using topical resveratrol and melatonin to treat androgeneticalopecia (AGA) and also mentions interest in topical sulforaphane as a treatment.
Comparing the effectiveness of minoxidil 5% and adenosine 0.75% for treating male androgeneticalopecia, and measuring patient satisfaction rate; results showed that adenosine is comparable to minoxidil but provides quicker results, however availability of products with adenosine is much less than those with minoxidil.
The user is experiencing hair loss and confusion over conflicting medical advice, with treatments including minoxidil, finasteride, and topical corticosteroids. They are unsure about the necessity of a biopsy and the timing of using minoxidil, while also considering the impact of potential androgeneticalopecia and telogen effluvium.
A quercetin-encapsulated and polydopamine-integrated nanosystem (PDA@QLipo) shows promise for treating androgeneticalopecia by reshaping the perifollicular microenvironment, outperforming minoxidil in hair regeneration. The nanosystem promotes cell proliferation, hair follicle renewal, and recovery by scavenging reactive oxygen species and enhancing neovascularity.
Hope Medicine's announcement of the HMI-115 Phase II clinical trial for androgeneticalopecia in China; other related trials have been conducted or are ongoing in different countries, including Australia, US, and Europe. There is speculation that the product may be accepted across borders without additional testing.
The conversation discusses various treatments for hair loss, including minoxidil, finasteride, and topical dutasteride, with users debating their effectiveness and side effects. Despite the treatments, many believe androgeneticalopecia (AGA) ultimately prevails in the long term.
The person is experiencing sudden hair loss for six months and treatments like dutasteride, minoxidil, and vitamins are not working. Another person suggests the hair loss might not be androgeneticalopecia but could be telogen effluvium or an inflammatory condition.
A user experienced significant hair shedding after starting dutasteride, questioning if it's due to the treatment or rapid progression of androgeneticalopecia. They previously used Rogaine and biotin for over 10 years.
A user experienced increased hair fall after starting Minoxidil tablets, despite following a comprehensive treatment plan for Seborrhoeic Capitis and AndrogeneticAlopecia. They are unsure if the Minoxidil tablets are the cause and seek advice.
The conversation discusses how Tretinoin may improve the effectiveness of Minoxidil for treating hair loss by increasing the activity of certain enzymes in hair follicles. One user comments that this information is not new.
A user in France is frustrated because three dermatologists refused to prescribe finasteride for their hair loss, suggesting it's not androgeneticalopecia (AGA) and offering expensive vitamin treatments instead. Other users suggest buying hair loss treatments like minoxidil and finasteride from various online pharmacies and considering a gender-affirming care physician for more understanding treatment options.
The conversation discusses hair regrowth improvement due to zinc, biotin, and D3 supplements, highlighting that hair loss can result from deficiencies, not just androgeneticalopecia. The user emphasizes that treatments like finasteride are not the only solutions.
Minoxidil increases hair count despite high prolactin being linked to hair loss. Blocking DHT is effective, but not always necessary; HMI-115 is a promising treatment for androgeneticalopecia.
Rosemary oil and peppermint oil may promote hair growth and increase cutaneous blood flow, showing promise as treatments for androgeneticalopecia. Minoxidil 2% is also used for treating hair loss.
Elevated bile acids can inhibit the enzyme AKR1C2, leading to increased DHT levels, which may accelerate hair loss in those predisposed to androgeneticalopecia. Treatments mentioned include topical minoxidil and finasteride.
Amino acids like lysine, methionine, and cysteine may help with androgeneticalopecia when taken in high doses along with a DHT blocker. Users discuss combining these with treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
The GT20029 tincture, a topical androgen receptor degrader, showed significant hair growth and good safety in a China Phase II trial for male androgeneticalopecia (AGA), with the 1% dose twice weekly identified as optimal. The company plans to initiate Phase III trials in China and Phase II in the U.S., and the treatment also shows promise for acne.
The user reported unexpected hair growth on their crown after using a derma stamp, ketoconazole, and other treatments like rosemary oil and biotin, but before starting finasteride or minoxidil. They questioned if the growth was due to these treatments or an underlying issue besides androgeneticalopecia.
The conversation discusses using cetirizine (Zyrtec) topically to relieve scalp itch associated with hair loss and suggests it may also benefit androgeneticalopecia (AGA). One person found relief from scalp itch after three months on finasteride, noting the itch was linked to areas where hair was lost.
A user has been experiencing hair loss for 4 years, with treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and various supplements proving ineffective. They were diagnosed with fibrosing alopecia in a pattern distribution, a condition that may require a combination of anti-inflammatory and hair growth treatments.
Despite using dutasteride, RU58841, minoxidil, and ketoconazole for years, the user continues to experience severe hair loss and thinning. They seek advice after multiple dermatologists confirmed androgeneticalopecia (AGA) but offered no effective solutions.
The method combines finasteride, minoxidil, intense leg exercises, and cold exposure to treat androgeneticalopecia. It aims to boost metabolism and reduce androgenic effects, enhancing hair growth.
Combining therapies like scyllo-inositol, alpha-ketoglutarate, and autophagy-inducing supplements may enhance hair growth and prevent hair loss. Reporting individual results can accelerate progress in hair loss treatments.
Lichen Planopilaris (LPP), a form of permanent hair loss, 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.
Treating androgenic alopecia with minoxidil, finasteride, and antiandrogens, alongside exercise, cryotherapy, and natural substances to stimulate cold receptors for better hair growth. The method focuses on enhancing treatment effectiveness by considering environmental and behavioral factors and the role of cold receptors and muscle stress.
A method for treating androgenic alopecia using minoxidil, antiandrogens, exercise, and cold exposure to promote hair growth. Environmental factors and lifestyle changes, like diet and exercise, can improve treatment effectiveness.