Users discuss switching from finasteride to dutasteride for hair loss treatment. Some report better results with dutasteride, including hair regrowth and stabilization.
The conversation suggests using a dropper to apply minoxidil to the scalp without force for a less messy application compared to sprays or other methods.
The user was prescribed 0.3% topical finasteride with 5% minoxidil for use on the temples twice daily, while continuing minoxidil on the full scalp. Replies suggested using the treatment once daily and questioned the logic of treating only the temples, with one suggesting dilution for use across the entire scalp.
A user is asking if a clinic charging $640 for 12 months of hair loss treatment, including their own minoxidil and checkup sessions, is reasonable. They are considering buying minoxidil online instead.
A 20-year-old with stage 3 hair loss saw good results using Topical Min 5%, Oral Fin 1mg, DHT Blocker Shampoo, and DHT blocking and Vitamin gummy. The doctor advised stopping Fin after six months due to hormone concerns, but the user is hesitant.
Kintor Pharma completed patient enrollment for a Phase II trial in China for GT20029, a potential new treatment for hair loss. Some believe GT20029 could replace finasteride if effective, while others discuss finasteride's limited efficacy and potential underreported side effects.
KX-826/pyrilutamide is undergoing an additional one-year safety and efficacy trial in China after a six-month study. Some participants speculate on the reasons for the extended trial and discuss the potential of other treatments.
The person is using 1mg of finasteride daily, 2mg of minoxidil, and weekly dermarolling with a 1mm needle. They sometimes use topical minoxidil as well.
The conversation discusses concerns about starting finasteride with low testosterone levels, with one person suggesting finasteride might increase testosterone and decrease DHT, and another advising to pay attention to thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) levels.
The impact of creatine on DHT levels, and whether it could cause accelerated male pattern baldness (MPB). The user taking a 5 alpha reductase inhibitor found that their DHT levels actually reduced despite taking creatine for nine weeks. Replies suggested looking into testosterone levels as well and debating the safety of creatine use in relation to MPB.
The user shared their experience with hair loss, starting with denial and progressing to treatment. They used minoxidil with some success and experienced side effects from finasteride, leading them to continue only with minoxidil and remain uncertain about future treatment options.
The conversation discusses various factors affecting hair loss, not just DHT, and mentions treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and melatonin. Some users report personal experiences with these treatments and hormone tests, while others speculate on the role of hormones like prolactin and cortisol in hair loss.
User asks about topical spironolactone experience. Two studies show it as promising anti-androgen treatment, with 5% cream available on Minoxidilmax website.
User asks for advice on using hair thickening products and their order of application. Experienced styler suggests using thickening tonic with a blow dryer, followed by styling powder and clay, then hair fibers, and finishing with hairspray.
The conversation discusses the importance of taking vitamin D with food for better absorption and its potential role in hair loss. Some users also suggest taking vitamin D with K2, getting sunlight, and using finasteride for hair loss treatment.
The conversation concludes that finasteride, a 5α-Reductase inhibitor used for hair loss, does not impair cognition either short-term or long-term. It suggests "brain fog" is not caused by the medication.
A 32-year-old male started using a topical spray containing 0.01% finasteride and 6% minoxidil to combat hereditary male pattern baldness. He reports no side effects and is optimistic about potential hair regrowth.
The conversation is about using tretinoin to enhance minoxidil's effectiveness for hair loss, discussing whether to mix tretinoin with minoxidil or apply it separately, and considering the concentration of tretinoin to use.
A mid-30s individual is experiencing hair loss at the front and temples but not the crown, and is seeking affordable treatments. They have ordered pumpkin seed oil capsules due to cost and side effects concerns with official treatments.
The conversation discusses potential hair loss treatments, including Setipiprant, Bimatoprost, and Follicept. The user encourages signing up for Follicept, which may come to market soon.
A new hair loss treatment using dermal exosomes can restore up to 90% of lost hair in mice. Users discuss potential human trials and compare it to Minoxidil and Finasteride.
Men wearing wigs should be normalized as it is for women. Treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride are mentioned, but societal norms need to change to accept wigs for men.
Dutasteride takes 1-3 months to affect scalp DHT levels, not just a week. The prostate absorbs Dutasteride faster than the scalp due to different vascular networks and enzyme densities.
The post and conversation are about the high cost and skepticism surrounding pyrilutamide as a hair loss treatment, with comparisons to minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. The original poster defends pyrilutamide's effectiveness and criticizes others for dismissing it without proper understanding.
A 19-year-old is distressed about his 17-year-old autistic brother's hair loss, projecting his own insecurities despite being on finasteride and dutasteride. Replies suggest the brother might not care about balding, and the poster should address his own issues.
A user shared their positive experience with hair regrowth using topical finasteride and minoxidil, despite initial side effects. They are transitioning to oral finasteride and minoxidil for convenience and are optimistic about continued progress.
Diet and specific shampoo improved scalp health and hair regrowth for someone with seborrheic dermatitis, while medications like Minoxidil and finasteride had no effect. A low-sugar, keto diet was key to their success.
Topical finasteride results in plasma levels 100 times lower than oral finasteride, potentially reducing systemic side effects. Users report similar efficacy with fewer side effects, suggesting a preference for topical application.