Topical finasteride as a potential alternative to oral finasteride for reducing DHT levels on the scalp with fewer side effects, and other hairloss treatments such as minoxidil.
HairClone is developing cell replacement treatments to rejuvenate and generate hair follicles, and has launched a crowdfunding campaign. A user expressed skepticism about the need for crowdfunding.
The conversation is about hairloss treatments, specifically discussing the effectiveness of Red Ginseng Extract in promoting hair growth. Other treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
Finasteride and dutasteride must be taken continuously to prevent hairloss, and minoxidil should also be used long-term. Patience is needed as results from these treatments can take months to over a year to appear.
Finasteride stops hairloss by blocking DHT, while Minoxidil promotes hair growth by increasing blood flow to hair follicles. Using both can help regrow hair, but results vary by individual.
RU58841 is a controversial hairloss treatment with mixed reviews; some users report success, often in combination with other treatments like finasteride or minoxidil, while others experience side effects like chest pain. The treatment's discontinuation is speculated to be due to patent expiration and lack of profitability, despite some users continuing to use it as part of a broader regimen.
A 30-year-old is considering starting hair regrowth treatments and is seeking advice on medications like minoxidil and finasteride, as well as other therapies. Users suggest starting with the "big 4" treatments and share that many have seen success even when starting later in life.
The user is experiencing significant hair shedding after starting dutasteride, which is considered a normal part of the treatment process. Despite the shedding, the user notes some improvement in hairline appearance and is seeking advice and reassurance.
The user tried finasteride for a year without success, then switched to dutasteride and oral minoxidil for 10 months, still experiencing hairloss. Adding RU58841 and topical minoxidil seemed to improve their condition, with new hair growth observed.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth using 5% topical minoxidil twice daily and 1mg oral finasteride once daily over a year. They reported no major side effects, only slightly less chest hair.
RU58841 is debated for hair regrowth, with some users reporting no benefits and potential side effects, while others claim success when combined with dutasteride. Many suggest safer, well-researched treatments like finasteride and minoxidil for hairloss management.
The conversation is about a user's progress in treating hairloss using 1mg finasteride, topical minoxidil once at night, and weekly 1.5mm microneedling. The user reports significant improvement and no side effects, while others discuss their experiences and offer advice on similar treatments.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth after using Finasteride for 2 months and Minoxidil for 4 months, along with a derma roller. They reported no side effects from the treatments and noted that Finasteride seemed to contribute most to the progress.
Minoxidil and finasteride are effective for hairloss, especially when used together. Microneedling may enhance minoxidil's effects, but its standalone effectiveness is uncertain.
A 24-year-old user tried finasteride, oral minoxidil, and dutasteride for hairloss but saw no improvement and was advised by their dermatologist to accept baldness. Other users suggested alternative treatments like RU58841, pyrilutamide, microneedling, and checking for underlying conditions or lifestyle factors.
A user decided to buzz their thinning hair after starting Dutasteride, feeling liberated by the change. Other users shared similar experiences, with some using treatments like Finasteride and Minoxidil to manage hairloss.
Users discuss the release of Pyrilutamide 1% outside China and its potential effectiveness compared to 0.5%. They also mention using Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841 for hairloss treatment.
To minimize hairloss while using steroids, use finasteride or dutasteride and apply topical anti-androgens like RU58841. Avoid high doses of hair-toxic steroids; prefer testosterone, nandrolone, and boldenone.
OP is pausing hairloss treatments to focus on mental health due to anxiety and side effects from RU58841. They plan to try topical finasteride and minoxidil after recovering from pneumonia.
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.
The user shared impressive hair regrowth results after 1.5 years using dutasteride (DUT) and oral minoxidil. They switched from finasteride and topical minoxidil due to lack of results and experienced no side effects.
A user shared 14-month progress pictures using topical finasteride and minoxidil for hairloss. Others commented on the impressive results and asked about age, improvement timeline, and how to obtain finasteride.
A user shared progress pictures after 5 months of using 1mg finasteride daily, 1ml minoxidil topically every night, and 1.5mm microneedling weekly. Responses included skepticism and congratulations.
A 23-year-old male experienced sudden hairloss over six months, losing about 30% of his hair. Treatments include 10% minoxidil, a hair spray, and a vitamin pill; opinions on the cause vary between normal hairloss due to deficiencies and male pattern baldness.
A user in the UK seeks advice on blood tests before starting Finasteride and Minoxidil for hairloss. Recommended tests include thyroid function, hormone levels, liver and kidney function, and vitamin and mineral levels.
A user reported a 50% increase in testosterone after 18 months of taking dutasteride for hairloss. The conversation includes skepticism about the reliability of single testosterone tests and questions about estrogen levels.
A user is seeking non-transplant hair treatments in Seoul, such as scalp detox, PRP, and exosomes, before considering a future transplant with Dr. Zarev. They want to explore options that improve hair health without undergoing a transplant immediately.
User shared progress pictures showing significant hair regrowth using oral finasteride, oral minoxidil, and keto shampoo. They noted the best results after consistently using oral minoxidil for six months.