The user's 42 month experience using finasteride for hairloss, their opinion on minoxidil use and the potential of pyrilutamide and another Chinese drug as treatments.
In this conversation, 4990 discussed various treatments for hairloss, including oral minoxidil, PRP, transplan, Jak inhibitors, Dutasteride, Finasteride, Olumiant, Ketoconazole, RU58841, microneedling, baricitinib, and CCCA. They recommended scalp biopsies in unclear cases of DUPA, twice weekly to twice daily shampooing for topical minoxidil users, and two sessions spaced one month apart with follow up at month three to determine the effectiveness of PRP treatment.
User baldwarrior85 regrets not starting finasteride earlier to prevent hairloss. Others share their experiences, with some having side effects and others seeing positive results from the treatment.
An 18-year-old decided to start taking finasteride for hairloss, justifying it by stating that finasteride is the most effective treatment available and that the risk of side effects is low, with clinical trials showing it stops hairloss in 80% of men. The user encourages others not to be deterred by negative forum posts and to consider their own experience and clinical data.
Using topical fin and minoxidil (as well as potentially microneedling) for hairloss over a two year period, with the user reporting great progress. Additional questions were asked about dosage amounts, haircuts and side effects of these treatments.
The conversation is about when GT20029, a hairlosstreatment, might be available on the grey market, with users discussing the challenges of compounding it and speculating it might be available after phase 2 results, similar to pyri. Specific treatments mentioned are pyri, RU58841, and GT20029.
A user's success in hair regrowth after taking oral and topical medications, such as minoxidil and dutasteride, and using microneedling. Other users shared their experiences and advice with treatments used to reverse hairloss.
The conversation discusses HMI 115, a new hairlosstreatment with promising results, showing a significant increase in hair density after two months. Some users are skeptical, while others are hopeful for its release and potential affordability.
The conversation is about someone who has been taking finasteride for hairloss without success, considering switching to dutasteride or giving up treatment. Suggestions include trying dutasteride, microneedling, infrared therapy, multivitamins, and high-concentration topical solutions combining finasteride and dutasteride.
A man who claimed to have regrown his hair using stem cell treatment, sparking a debate about its effectiveness and cost. Some users suggested he might be using other treatments or substances, while others shared their own experiences with stem cell therapy for hairloss.
A user who is trying alternative treatments, such as mucuna pruriens dissolved in water/alcohol and a blend of jojoba oil, rosemary oil, and peppermint oil, for hairloss. Other users have shared anecdotal evidence, discussed the potential effectiveness of certain treatments, and questioned the time sensitivity of experimenting with new treatments.
A user's experience with taking dutasteride and minoxidil for hairloss, with other users providing advice to continue treatment for at least 12 months and including dermarolling as well as dietary changes.
How diffuse unpatterned alopecia (DUPA) is not an invitation to self-diagnose oneself with aggressive AGA and that seeking a specialized dermatologist may help people experiencing hairloss. Treatment options discussed include topical clobetasol propionate, oral minoxidil, and discontinuing finasteride.
This user is considering using Finasteride and Minoxidil to treat their hairloss, with various opinions being shared about the effectiveness of each treatment. Others suggest that Micro-needling might also be an option for them.
A user from China is participating in a clinical trial for Pyrilutamid, a potential hairlosstreatment originally developed for prostate cancer. They've experienced no side effects except initial scalp itchiness, and will share results after the year-long trial.
The post discusses a phase 2 trial for HMI-115, a hairlosstreatment, in China, specifically seeking volunteers aged 18-65 with Norwood 3 vertex, 4, and 5 hairloss. The conversation includes questions about the specific recruitment criteria and how to volunteer.
A user's journey to try and stop their hairloss, including the use of oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, Cynatine Keratin supplements, and The Ordinary's Multi-Peptide Serum for Hair Density; and advice from other users regarding trying dutasteride, oral minoxidil, and lifestyle changes.
The availability of Topical Dutasteride, a potential treatment for hairloss, which can be purchased without prescription from MinoxidilMax. Other treatments discussed include Topical Finasteride and PRP injections, with discussion around dosage, efficacy, side-effects and safety.
The conversation is about the debate over the existence of Post-Finasteride Syndrome (PFS) and its symptoms, with some users skeptical about PFS and others discussing side effects like erectile dysfunction and gynecomastia from hairlosstreatments like finasteride. Specific treatments mentioned include finasteride, viagra, and a joke about using a popsicle stick for erectile support.
The conversation discusses Kintor's initiation of a new Phase 3 trial to assess the long-term safety of Pyrilutamide (KX-826) for hairloss, which will last 52 weeks. Specific treatments mentioned include Pyrilutamide.
The conversation discusses anticipation for CB-03-01, a potential new hairlosstreatment that may be more effective and have a cleaner safety profile than finasteride. Users are hopeful but cautious, discussing current treatments like minoxidil, nizoral, and dermarolling, and the possibility of combining them with CB-03-01 for better results.
A user shared their 11-year experience with spironolactone and nearly 5 years with finasteride for hairloss, recently adding oral minoxidil and stopping birth control. Various treatments were discussed, including organic options, checking for underlying health issues, considering dutasteride, and the potential role of progesterone in hairloss.
A user increased their dutasteride dosage from 0.5mg to 1mg daily, resulting in a rise in DHT levels from 148 pg/mL to 281 pg/mL, and is considering switching back to finasteride due to continued hairloss. Replies suggest retesting and emphasize the importance of bloodwork before starting treatments.
The conversation discusses GT20029, a drug in Phase II trials that targets androgen receptors with minimal systemic effects, and TDM-105795, a growth stimulant with a different mechanism than minoxidil that may revive papilla stem cells. Both are potential new treatments for hairloss.
A 26-year-old with extreme male pattern baldness saw hair regrowth after 6 months using Minoxidil, Finasteride, microneedling, Nizoral, a vitamin complex, biotin, and a shampoo with baicapil. Continuation of treatment is necessary to maintain results; stopping may lead to hairloss, making a hair transplant a potential future option.
The conversation discusses the impact of finasteride on sexual function, with many users reporting reduced libido and weaker erections despite continuing the treatment to prevent hairloss. Some users suggest checking hormone levels or switching to different dosages or treatments like dutasteride, while others share mixed experiences regarding the severity of side effects.
The conversation discusses the link between seborrheic dermatitis, acne, and male pattern baldness, suggesting that DHT may cause both skin conditions and hairloss. Treatments mentioned include RU58841, finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, Nizoral shampoo, and other topical anti-androgens.
The user discusses their struggle with hairloss and inability to use Minoxidil or finasteride due to medical conditions. They are currently using Hairmetto gel and dermarolling, and are considering trying Breezula or Revivhair serum.
People shared mixed experiences with RU58841 for hairloss; one person saw no improvement, another had significant gains and uses it with finasteride, while a third had an allergic reaction to the premixed solution. Some mix RU58841 powder into minoxidil themselves.
A 42-year-old man started using RU-58841 for hairloss and saw noticeable results after a month and a half, even his daughter observed hair growth. He did not use minoxidil or finasteride due to cost and is considering sharing pictures if improvement continues.