Minoxidil alone may not stop hairloss. Finasteride is recommended for androgenic alopecia, as minoxidil doesn't prevent DHT from miniaturizing hair follicles.
The conversation is about hairloss and treatments, with suggestions to use finasteride or dutasteride as DHT blockers and minoxidil for regrowth. Oils and shampoos are considered ineffective for androgenic alopecia without these medications.
The DNA Trichotest is considered unreliable for predicting hairloss treatment responses, and topical spironolactone is questioned for its effectiveness and safety in cis males. Finasteride and Dutasteride are recommended as more reliable treatments for androgenic alopecia.
The user believes neck tension and poor posture contribute to hairloss, noticing improvements with yoga and muscle relaxation. Replies suggest androgenic alopecia as the cause and recommend exercises.
Ketoconazole 2% shampoo stopped a user's severe hair shedding after just two uses, a result not achieved by finasteride or oral minoxidil. Some users suggest the shampoo's anti-androgenic properties may help with hairloss, while others think the shedding might have stopped naturally or due to the end of a shedding phase.
Dutasteride works for most men, but some may experience worsening due to reasons like shedding, paranoia, non-androgenic alopecia, genetic variations, or smoking. Smoking can increase scalp DHT levels and damage follicles.
My hairline, I am only 23.
This conversation is about a user's experience with treatments for androgenic alopecia, including finasteride, dutasteride, RU, minoxidil, progesterone, melatonin, LLLT, oral minoxidil, and Pyrilutamide. They have tried many treatments over the course of two years without seeing much success, and they are considering getting a hair system as a last resort.
A 22-year-old experienced significant hairloss due to high stress, SSRI side effects, and Androgenic Alopecia, and has seen some regrowth after starting finasteride and using ketoconazole shampoo. They are inquiring if continued use of finasteride and stress reduction alone can lead to further hair regrowth.
The conversation is about the importance of acting quickly against hairloss. The user shares their experience with androgenic alopecia and mentions using finasteride without improvement.
The conversation discusses a hairloss treatment regimen involving finasteride, dutasteride, spironolactone, bicalutamide, oral estradiol, microneedling, and minoxidil. The regimen aims to reduce androgenic alopecia by blocking DHT and androgens, with a caution about potential feminizing effects.
FCE 28260 (PNU 156765), an under-explored 5α-reductase inhibitor, showcases promising results in research by Giudici et al., outperforming well-known treatments like Finasteride in reducing the conversion of testosterone to DHT. Its superior efficacy, demonstrated through lower IC50 values in both natural and human recombinant enzyme studies, suggests it could offer more effective management of DHT-related conditions. Additionally, its lower molecular weight hints at better potential for topical application, potentially offering advantages in treating conditions such as androgenic alopecia. Despite its potential, it has not advanced in development, possibly due to financial limitations, leaving its therapeutic prospects and side effect profile largely unexplored.
The user experiencing diffuse hairloss is using various treatments including RU58841, finasteride, minoxidil with tretinoin, anti-hairloss shampoo, and microneedling, and is considering adding peptides TB500, BPC157, and GHK-Cu. They have low growth hormone levels and are questioning its impact on hairloss, while another user suggests androgenic alopecia and androgens are likely the main cause of hairloss.
The conversation discusses making a topical melatonin solution for hairloss treatment, questioning if isopropyl alcohol can dissolve melatonin. Melatonin is soluble in lipids and alcohol, but it's unstable and should be mixed fresh regularly; it may help hair growth by affecting certain cellular signaling pathways and has anti-androgenic effects.
The user believes Retrograde Alopecia may be linked to vitamin imbalances, specifically from taking too much Vitamin E, A, Zinc, and Selenium, and suggests it could be a middle ground between Androgenic Alopecia and Telogen Effluvium. Treatments for hairloss mentioned include Androgen inhibitors and improving lifestyle factors like nutrition and sleep, with topical melatonin also recommended for Retrograde Alopecia.
A user shared their 6-month hairloss treatment regimen, including Minoxidil, finasteride, microneedling, and keto shampoo, and asked for feedback on their progress. They are seeking opinions on whether their hair has regrown.
The conversation is about someone inquiring if anyone has tried Olumiant or its active ingredient, Baricitinib, for hairloss, mentioning the cost and that they have ordered Baricitinib.
A quercetin-encapsulated and polydopamine-integrated nanosystem (PDA@QLipo) shows promise for treating androgenetic alopecia 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.
The conversation discusses combining topical cetirizine with minoxidil for hairloss treatment and inquires about the safety and absorption through the skin, as well as the possibility of adding melatonin.
New company Amplifica receives $11.8 million for hairloss product development, co-founded by Dr. Maksim Plikus and William Rassman. Users discuss undisclosed product candidates and application methods.
The user increased their steroid dosage and noticed hair shedding, so they adjusted their regimen by reducing steroid doses and adding oral dutasteride. They are also experimenting with combining RU-58841 and KX-826/pyrilutamide in minoxidil to address hairloss.
Minoxidil does not maintain efficacy indefinitely when used alone, but its effectiveness may be prolonged when used with finasteride. Finasteride can maintain some degree of efficacy indefinitely.
User experienced major hair fall after six months of using minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride. Replies suggest the hair shedding is normal and will improve over time.
A user on dutasteride and oral minoxidil for two years reports worsening hairloss and is seeking advice. Suggestions include consulting a professional for underlying causes, acknowledging that treatments don't work for everyone, and considering dosage adjustments or additional treatments.
Despite using 5% minoxidil, 0.1% finasteride, and other treatments like microneedling, MK-677, and Cialis, hairloss continues with high testosterone and DHT levels. Considering oral dutasteride but concerned about further increasing testosterone levels.
A user is experiencing worsening hairloss despite using 8mg of oral finasteride and is considering trying minoxidil or redoing blood work. They are concerned about thinning hair on the sides and back of their head.
The conversation discusses whether hair gained from using Pyrilutamide or RU58841 can be maintained with dutasteride if the former treatments are discontinued. The user prefers oral minoxidil for its effectiveness and convenience over topical applications.
The conversation lists hairloss treatments including finasteride, dutasteride, RU58841, pyrilutamide, breezula, and fluridil, and suggests ketoconazole as another option. Some users warn against using certain treatments like cyproterone acetate, bicalutamide, and spironolactone due to their strong anti-androgen effects and potential impact on masculinity.
RU58841 is discussed as a treatment that stops scalp itching when used with finasteride or dutasteride. The user is considering trying RU58841 due to persistent itching despite using the "big 3" treatments.
Imidazole drugs like ketoconazole inhibit certain enzymes and prevent DHT from binding to SHBG, increasing free DHT in the bloodstream, which may contribute to balding. The discussion questions how these drugs help with hairloss despite this effect.