The user is using finasteride, dutasteride, Nizoral, biotin, RU58841, minoxidil, Pantostin/Alfatradiol, Stemoxydine, and micro needling for hair loss. They are considering adding oral minoxidil.
The conversation discusses the mechanism of action of alfatradiol (17 alpha estradiol) in treating hair loss. It explores theories that it either inhibits 5 alpha reductase to prevent T->DHT conversion or aromatizes scalp T into 17-alpha-estradiol to save hair.
A 31-year-old who experienced severe hair loss during medical school tried various treatments, including topical and oral finasteride and minoxidil, but stopped due to side effects. They restarted treatment 10 months ago with a regimen including topical finasteride, minoxidil, retinoic acid, hydrocortisone, oral minoxidil, and light therapy, emphasizing the importance of consistency and skincare.
The conversation suggests that a 22-year-old male may regrow his hair using dutasteride and minoxidil without needing a hair transplant, advising to continue treatment and assess progress after 1-2 years.
Finasteride, a hair loss treatment, was observed to reduce scalp oiliness in users. Anti-androgens like Finasteride are known to decrease the activity of oil-producing glands.
The user is using RU58841 twice daily, dutasteride 0.5mg every two days, dutasteride mesotherapy every three months, and 20mg oral minoxidil daily. Other users suggest this regimen is excessive and recommend adding microneedling and ketoconazole shampoo.
A user is concerned about using more minoxidil than prescribed to cover their hair loss area and mentions taking spironolactone pills. Another user advises against men taking oral spironolactone due to significant hormonal effects.
The conversation is about seeking updates on new hair loss treatments, specifically mentioning scube3 and GT20029, with one person mentioning HMI_115 as showing promising results.
The conversation is about a user's hair loss progress and treatment methods. The majority of users suggest shaving the head for better application of treatments like Minoxidil, microneedling, and oils. They also recommend adding finasteride and nizoral shampoo to the regimen.
The user "mynameisbogus" shared their hair loss progress using various treatments including Dutasteride, RU, oral minoxidil, topical treatments, microneedling, dermastamping, rosemary oil, and scalp massaging. Other users commented on the extensive regimen and expressed their opinions.
The user is using finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss but is looking for new treatments. Pyrilutamide and GT20029 are potential future treatments, with Pyrilutamide expected next year and GT20029 possibly by 2027.
The user has been taking dutasteride 0.5mg and minoxidil 5mg orally for 3 years to treat hair loss, which has stabilized their condition. They are considering adding topical RU58841 to their regimen but are uncertain of its effectiveness and contemplating a hair transplant instead.
User has itching, dandruff, and scalp issues, considering Nizoral 1% shampoo for treatment. Nizoral's effectiveness for hair loss is uncertain due to limited research, short contact time, and concentration differences.
PCOS female visited doctor for hair loss concerns, prescribed spironolactone and minox 5%. Doctor advised against finasteride or dutasteride, user considering self-medication with dutasteride.
The conversation is about someone's progress with hair loss treatment using Finasteride and 5% Minoxidil with Tretinoin, showing improvement in just 4 months and expecting full hair recovery by the end of the year.
Researching the cause of hair loss and treating it by preventing DHT in the scalp with medication such as finasteride or dutasteride, estrogen, minoxidil, dermarolling, and possible topical antiandrogens.
A teenage girl who has been diagnosed with ADA and is struggling with hair loss, which has caused her to lose confidence. She is looking for recommendations on treatments such as finasteride or Minoxidil, and lifestyle advice including vitamins and other supplements that might help with the issue.
The user has seen positive results after over six months using 0.05% topical finasteride, 5% minoxidil, 50mg/ml RU58841, weekly needling, and twice-weekly ketoconazole shampoo for hair loss. They express gratitude for the support from an online community and are open to questions about their treatment.
A user with diffuse hair loss after taking accutane, which might have triggered genetic predisposition to AGA; their experience taking finasteride and experiencing side effects of increased oil production, increased sex drive, worsening hair texture; they are considering zinc supplementation with finasteride or other treatments such as alfatradiol or spironolactone.
User sees subtle regrowth after two months using topical dutasteride, oral minoxidil, dermastamp, and oral castor oil. Others suggest waiting a few more months to properly evaluate results.
Clascoterone lotion, being tested in Germany, is as effective as Minoxidil and Finasteride for hair loss but without serious side effects. About 400 men participated in the trials.
A double blind, placebo-controlled study that looked into the potential effectiveness of topical fluridil for treating male androgenetic alopecia, showing increased anagen to telogen ratios with no reported side effects on libido or sexual performance.
The conversation is about hair loss treatments, specifically discussing the effectiveness of Red Ginseng Extract in promoting hair growth. Other treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
A 21-year-old male experienced initial success with finasteride for 16 months but is now losing hair again. He is considering switching to dutasteride and adding oral minoxidil, while also investigating environmental and health factors.
A 25-year-old man with hair loss from bleach damage is using oral minoxidil and considering adding Dutasteride for better regrowth and prevention. He seeks advice on Dutasteride's effectiveness and potential benefits over finasteride, and is also curious about RU58841.
User shared progress on hair regrowth after 4 months of Spironolactone and iron infusions for Androgenic Alopecia. They see some improvement but struggle with perception; others note significant improvement.
People discussing hair loss treatments emphasize the need for patience, as results from using finasteride and minoxidil can take 8-12 months or longer. Some users report early signs of improvement, while others experience continued shedding or slower progress.
People discussed their experiences with anti-androgens for hair loss, mentioning side effects like chest pains with RU58841 and skepticism due to lack of safety data, while considering Fluridil as a potential addition to treatment. Some users expressed reluctance to use these chemicals.
The user treated their hair loss with daily finasteride, nightly minoxidil, weekly derma rolling, biotin, and ketoconazole shampoo. They believe consistency is key and that micro needling and minoxidil were the most effective.