User doubts oral minoxidil's effectiveness after a month of use and shedding. Few people provide photo evidence of success, and some combine it with other treatments, making it hard to determine its effectiveness alone.
People discussing their experiences with hair loss treatments found that switching from finasteride (Fin) to dutasteride (Dut) often resulted in improved hair thickness and health, despite some experiencing side effects or shedding phases. Some users switched due to diminishing results with Fin, while others were curious about the potential for better outcomes with Dut.
Vat-R-U-Talkin-About: I'm not sure that wearing a hat would have an effect on either Minoxidil or Finasteride. It may be worth experimenting with not wearing one for a few weeks to see if it makes any difference.
This conversation is about a user's progress pictures four months into taking minoxidil, finasteride, and nizoral twice weekly to treat hair loss; others shared their experiences and offered advice on how to improve the treatment.
User shares 8-month progress on oral finasteride and minoxidil, noting initial success followed by a second shed. They seek advice on drug resistance and pill efficacy, with responses suggesting to push through the shed and consider the impact of cycling off minoxidil.
The user reports regrowth after 5 months using Minoxidil, finasteride, microneedling with a derma stamp, Nizoral shampoo, multivitamins, and biotin, and has shared progress pictures. They apply treatments daily, microneedle twice a week, and exercise regularly, noting an improvement in their mental well-being.
Kintor's Pyrilutamide (KX-826) showed hairgrowth in Chinese Phase III trials but did not significantly outperform placebo. The treatment was safe with no major adverse reactions reported.
A group buy for testing a compound targeting Twist1 protein as a potential hair loss treatment. Inhibiting Twist1, which keeps hair follicles in growthphase, may prevent hair loss with minimal side effects.
The user is exploring hair loss treatments, including Patented Growth Factors (PGF) and a serum with Copper Peptide, Ceramides, Amino Acids, and Caffeine, while expressing concerns about the cost and effectiveness of PGF. They are also considering starting finasteride due to doubts about PGF's long-term viability and are seeking experiences from others who have used these treatments alongside antidepressants.
Kintor Pharma finished enrolling and dosing participants in a Phase I trial for a hair loss treatment called AR-PROTAC (GT20029). The effectiveness of another drug, pyrilutamide (KX-826), for hair loss will be clearer after a Phase 2 trial expected to complete in January 2023.
The regimen for hair loss includes topical finasteride, clascoterone, tretinoin, minoxidil, oral saw palmetto, beta-sitosterol, vitamin D, microneedling, and anti-fungal shampoo. Expected benefits are increased hairgrowth and density, with considerations for potential skin irritation and interactions between treatments.
The user shared their 4-year hair regrowth progress using finasteride, minoxidil, estradiol, and spironolactone. They noted significant regrowth by the second year and additional benefits from estradiol and spironolactone.
Increased hair fall after starting minoxidil, dutasteride, and biotin is normal. Hair may grow faster, and shaving your head is fine while on these medications.
Minoxidil gains are not permanent without continued use, even with DHT suppression. Combining treatments like Dutasteride, Finasteride, and RU58841 may help maintain hair, but stopping Minoxidil typically results in hair loss.
The conversation discusses a new hairgrowth treatment that showed a 14 hairs/cm2 increase in a trial, with mixed opinions on its effectiveness and potential cost. Some users are hopeful about combining it with existing treatments like oral minoxidil for better results.
PP405 is a new hairgrowth stimulant different from Minoxidil, currently in phase 2 trials. Users discuss its potential, safety concerns, and the long wait before it might be available.
GT20029 showed significant hairgrowth and safety in phase II trials, with no adverse sexual events. Users are hopeful but concerned about future costs and systemic effects.
Eirion Therapeutics is recruiting for phase 1 of ET-02 in Texas, which showed promising hairgrowth results in non-clinical studies. ET-02 demonstrated significantly more hairgrowth compared to Minoxidil.
The GT20029 tincture, a topical androgen receptor degrader, showed significant hairgrowth and good safety in a China Phase II trial for male androgenetic alopecia (AGA), with the 1% dose twice weekly identified as optimal. The company plans to initiate Phase III trials in China and Phase II in the U.S., and the treatment also shows promise for acne.
The conversation discusses the removal of Breezula phase II 12-month results by Cassiopea and the search for the original data. Concerns were raised about potential negative long-term effects on hairgrowth, such as androgen receptor upregulation.
The user is using Dutasteride, Minoxidil, microneedling, RU58841, and tretinoin for hair loss. They are experiencing shedding but notice new hairgrowth and are curious about the timing of future shedding phases.
Hair loss treatments like GT20029, pyrilutamide, and Follica show promise in 2022. Phase 1 and 2 trials are underway, and new hairgrowth studies have been published.
User is pleased with hairgrowth results after nearly a year of using Minoxidil and finasteride, despite experiencing shedding phases. They noticed thicker hair regrowth and saw visible improvement around the 4th or 5th month.
JW0061 shows superior hairgrowth results compared to existing treatments, with significant increases in hair follicles. The Wnt/β-catenin pathway is crucial for hairgrowth, and JW0061 activates this pathway effectively.
The conversation discusses whether sunlight exposure affects hairgrowth or loss, with mixed anecdotes and theories but no clear consensus. Some suggest moderate sunlight can benefit hair by providing vitamin D, while others doubt its effectiveness compared to treatments like Minoxidil or finasteride.
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In this conversation, users discussed the risks of drinking topical minoxidil and suggested alternative treatments such as obtaining a prescription for oral minoxidil or finasteride.
The conversation is about using vitamin C and Magnesium L-Threonate for hairgrowth by reducing DHT binding to dermal papilla cells. The original post about vitamin C's pH levels and sebum control was possibly removed by a moderator.
Sildenafil (Viagra) shows potential for hairgrowth by enhancing dermal papilla cell proliferation and stimulating perifollicular vessel formation. Users discuss the possibility of using Cialis (tadalafil) similarly, noting its benefits and side effects.