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      community Solvent for topical fin with low absorption

       2 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about using distilled water as a solvent for topical finasteride to reduce systemic absorption. The user is considering avoiding ethanol and propylene glycol to achieve this.

      community Topical finasteride making. Powder not disolving

       4 upvotes 3 years ago
      OP is trying to dissolve finasteride powder for a topical solution but faces issues with it not dissolving properly in ethanol or water. Users suggest methods like using a magnetic stirrer, shaking the mixture, or filtering out fillers, with some noting that finasteride is soluble in alcohol.

      community PG free Ru58841 solvent in the UK

       2 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      The conversation discusses finding a PG-free solvent for dissolving RU58841 in the UK, with glycerin suggested as a potential alternative. Water is also mentioned as a possible option.

      community Homemade fin - solubilization issue

       1 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user is attempting to create a topical finasteride solution by mixing crushed finasteride pills with minoxidil but is facing solubility issues. They are unsure if the finasteride has dissolved properly and are seeking advice on whether it is safe to use and if there is a solution to the problem.

      community Is this too much powder not dissolving (DIY topical finasteride

       2 upvotes 1 month ago
      The conversation discusses DIY topical finasteride, with users sharing experiences and advice on dissolving crushed pills in a solvent. Some recommend using raw finasteride powder or buying pre-made solutions for better stability and effectiveness.

      community Making topical finasteride solution

       1 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user has been mixing finasteride with stemoxydine for hair loss and is considering switching to a less expensive product with a different ingredient list. They are questioning if the new product's higher water content compared to alcohol will affect the finasteride's solubility.

      community Diluting Melatonin Sublingual Spray

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user wants to dilute a melatonin sublingual spray to 0.0033% for use as a topical hair loss treatment. They ask if distilled water can be used for dilution and how much is needed for stability over months.

      community Preparing Topical Finasteride with Stemoxydine

       10 upvotes 5 years ago
      Creating a topical solution combining finasteride and stemoxydine to treat hair loss, and the discussion of whether 15mg of finasteride would be sufficient for 60ml solvent.

      community Making PG free solution at home

       1 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user wants to make a solution for RU58841 and finasteride powder using only glycerin and asks if ethanol is necessary. They are seeking advice on whether glycerin alone is sufficient.

      community Diluting DIY topical finasteride

       2 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user is discussing making a DIY topical finasteride solution using ingredients like water, alcohol, propylene glycol, ethanol, and glycerin, and is concerned about the stability of the mixture. Other users suggest that the solution will work and discuss the importance of propylene glycol for drug dissolution and factors like temperature and light affecting finasteride stability.

      community Ethanol left in sun, can I still use?

       5 upvotes 4 years ago
      Ethanol left in the sun is still usable as a vehicle for compounds like CB, as no chemical changes occur at 84°F.

      community Topical Finasteride with rogain foam as solvent

       1 upvotes 4 years ago
      The conversation discusses using Rogain foam as a solvent for topical finasteride due to an allergy to propylene glycol. The foam's ingredients, including alcohol SD 40B, are considered suitable for dissolving finasteride for easier application without skin irritation.

      community RU-58841 appears to not be soluble in common Minoxidil solutions

       7 upvotes 11 months ago
      RU-58841 does not dissolve well in common Minoxidil solutions due to water content, requiring a 70/30 ethanol/propylene glycol mix. Users report using separate solutions for RU-58841 and finasteride/Minoxidil for better results.

      community What is worth dissolving in topical minoxidil solution?

      in Treatment  3 upvotes 2 years ago
      Switching from minoxidil foam to topical solution and considering adding caffeine, melatonin, or cetirizine. Currently using 2.5mg oral minoxidil and 1mg oral finasteride, planning to ask for 0.5mg oral dutasteride and 5mg oral minoxidil.

      community carriers other than PG for ru58841 ? Help !!

       5 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is seeking alternatives to propylene glycol and glycerin for mixing with RU58841 due to allergies and greasiness. Suggestions include reducing glycerin and considering stemoxydine as a solvent.

      community Possible solution: 2.5mg DUT for everyone

       14 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user is experimenting with creating a DIY oral Dutasteride solution using raw powder, MCT oil, and Vitamin E to reduce costs. Others discuss their experiences with similar methods and the challenges of sourcing and testing Dutasteride.

      community Topical finasteride with DMSO? Not sure what to do

       4 upvotes 4 years ago
      A user is considering using a 0.025% topical finasteride solution with DMSO to enhance absorption but is unsure about its effectiveness and safety. Other users express concerns about DMSO's properties and potential effects on the scalp.