The post expresses frustration over the unavailability of pure topical finasteride in India despite the developed pharma industry. The user seeks advice on making it at home and its effectiveness.
A user shared their 4.5-month hair transformation using a homemade topical solution with 5% minoxidil and crushed finasteride pills, applied twice daily with weekly microneedling. They plan to switch to once-daily application with tretinoin gel to enhance absorption.
A user is creating a custom topical hair regrowth serum using minoxidil, bimatoprost, tretinoin, castor oil, and hyaluronic acid. They are also using dutasteride, oral minoxidil, and castor oil in their current regimen.
Topical dutasteride may be effective for hair loss by staying in the scalp and minimizing bloodstream absorption, potentially improving hair results and reducing side effects. The user seeks advice on its effectiveness.
A user shared a 15-year experience using minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss, stating that despite never missing a dose, their hairline continued to recede slowly. Other users suggested that the hair loss might be exacerbated by the use of steroids and recommended considering other treatments like dutasteride and RU58841.
A user shared a 1-year progress on hair loss treatment using 0.5mg of oral finasteride and 5mg of oral minoxidil, showing significant hair regrowth from almost bald to much thicker hair. Other users discussed their own experiences with these treatments, with some preferring topical applications to avoid side effects.
A user can't refill their oral minoxidil prescription due to it being out of stock and is seeking alternative hair loss treatments. Suggestions include finding it at another pharmacy, ordering online, using topical minoxidil orally, and considering finasteride or dutasteride.
The user started using trenbolone and minoxidil simultaneously and experienced increased hair shedding, unsure which is causing it. Replies suggest both drugs could cause hair loss, with one advising to stop trenbolone to protect hair and another indicating minoxidil is unlikely the cause due to the timing.
Oral minoxidil may cause dry skin and dark eye bags but doesn't significantly age the skin. Topical minoxidil is toxic to cats, and some users prefer finasteride.
A user started taking finasteride three months ago to treat hair loss and unexpectedly cleared their acne, which they had been struggling with since age 12. The conversation includes others sharing their experiences with finasteride, its effects on acne and hair loss, and mentions a related treatment, clascoterone, for acne and hair loss.
LazyJam shaved their head after not seeing significant results from using finasteride and microneedling for hair loss, feeling more self-acceptance and saving money. Others in the conversation discuss their own reasons for continuing hair loss treatments, such as personal appearance, self-esteem, and not wanting to shave regularly.
Some users of RU-58841 report cardiovascular symptoms like heart palpitations and chest tightness, which may be linked to its metabolites causing lung disease. The safety of RU-58841 is uncertain due to lack of long-term data and concerns about product purity, especially from gray market sources.
Capronium Chloride and Trichoxidil are suggested as better alternatives to Minoxidil for hair growth without heart side effects. The Japanese Dermatological Association recommends topical Minoxidil over Capronium Chloride.
The conversation discusses the effectiveness of RU58841 for hair loss compared to pyrilutamide, which failed to show significant hair regrowth in trials. Some users report personal side effects with RU58841 and question the criteria for success in hair loss treatments.
Bryan Johnson shared his hair loss treatment, which mainly relies on minoxidil and finasteride. Some users are skeptical of his results, while others appreciate his efforts in anti-aging and hair loss research.
TDM-105795 showed promising hair growth results, with higher efficacy than placebo and minimal side effects. It activates dormant hair follicle stem cells and may maintain gains without immediate loss, unlike minoxidil.
A 28-year-old man saw hair regrowth after 1.5 years using a topical treatment combining 0.3% finasteride and 6% minoxidil. He initially experienced anxiety with oral finasteride but had no side effects with the topical version.
The conversation is about a user's 17-month progress in treating hair loss using finasteride, minoxidil, occasional 0.5mm microneedling, and Nizoral. The user reports significant hairline recovery and aims to achieve a pre-hair loss hairline within the next 6 months.
The user tried minoxidil 5% for 3 years with little improvement, then switched to a 15% minoxidil with 0.1% finasteride solution once daily and started using pyrilutamide, resulting in significant hair regrowth over time. They are considering a hair transplant but are continuing with topical treatments to maximize hair growth first.
A man has been using finasteride for almost 11 months to treat hair loss and has seen significant improvement without noticeable side effects. Other users are discussing starting finasteride, sharing their own experiences, and asking about the timeline for visible results.
The user has been treating hair loss for 2.5 years using finasteride, dutasteride, oral and topical minoxidil with tretinoin, and microneedling, but is experiencing shedding and is unsure if further improvement is possible. Another person shared a similar experience with no gains despite similar treatments.
RU58841 is discussed as a topical anti-androgen for hair loss, but its effectiveness and safety are not well-documented, leading to mixed opinions and experiences among users. Some combine it with finasteride, but concerns about side effects and lack of FDA approval limit its popularity.
A user reported hair regrowth and increased thickness after 11 months using finasteride 1mg, taken 3-4 times a week, with noticeable improvement starting around the third or fourth month. No side effects were mentioned, and the user is considering reducing the dosage to find the minimum needed to maintain results.
User has maintained hairline with minoxidil for 8 years but now seeks to add topical finasteride due to increased hair loss. They request advice on making a homemade finasteride solution, including ingredient recommendations and optimal percentages for ethanol and glycerin.
A user shared their experience of hair loss progression after one year on dutasteride, expressing disappointment with no improvement and considering other treatments like RU58841. Other users offered mixed responses, some seeing no change, others suggesting the hair loss might have been worse without treatment, and discussing the role of testosterone and DHT in hair loss.
The conversation discusses whether whey protein and creatine worsen hair loss. Some users report hair loss with creatine use, while others do not; opinions on whey protein's effects are mixed. Treatments mentioned include PRP, minoxidil, and finasteride.
The conversation discusses the importance of early action in various aspects of life such as healthy eating, skincare, fitness, sleep, financial planning, and career development to prevent future health issues, regret, and financial hardship. Specific treatments mentioned include using sunscreen and tretinoin for anti-aging skincare.
People have been using finasteride for 10 to 20+ years to maintain their hairline, with many reporting success and no significant side effects. Some users have combined finasteride with minoxidil for better results, and a few have switched to dutasteride or added hair transplants when finasteride was less effective.
The conversation discusses using a low dose of topical finasteride to achieve hair benefits with minimal systemic exposure. Users share experiences and opinions on dosing, systemic buildup, and side effects of both topical and oral finasteride.
Pyrilutamide did not show effectiveness in regrowing hair compared to a placebo, but it may still help maintain existing hair by preventing DHT from causing follicle miniaturization. Some users believe it could be beneficial when used with other treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride.