User found Annurmets, an Italian supplement with apple extract for hairloss treatment. Many reported incredible results using Procyanidin B2 from apple extract.
A user traveled to Turkey to buy 72 packages of Dutasteride for a year-long supply and successfully brought them back home. They plan to use 2.5mg of Dutasteride daily along with RU58841 for hairloss.
The post and conversation are about the role of the enzyme 3alpha-hydroxysteroid reductase in hairloss and the potential of compounds like procyanidin B2 and sulforaphane to boost its activity for hair regrowth. Further research is needed to develop effective treatments based on this theory.
A 25-year-old male shared his 14-month hair regrowth progress using minoxidil, finasteride, and initially dermarolling, along with supplements like fish oil, vitamin D, biotin, and zinc. He attributes his hairloss improvement mainly to the medications and noted minor side effects like lower libido and dark circles under the eyes.
People are experimenting with high doses of dutasteride, with some reporting halted hairloss and regrowth. Others are combining it with treatments like minoxidil and finasteride, noting varying results and side effects.
The user has been using Minoxidil for 3.5 months, Finasteride for 3 months, derma rolling twice a week, taking Saw Palmetto daily, and using Rosemary Shampoo to treat hairloss, and is happy with the progress despite some remaining hairloss at one temple. They encourage others to start treatment early if hairloss affects their confidence, and they use a 5% Minoxidil solution and take 2.5mg of Finasteride three times a week.
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.
The conversation is about managing allopregnanolone deficiency caused by 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors like finasteride or dutasteride. Specific treatments discussed for hairloss include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
Akinfenrawr experienced negative side effects from oral finasteride and RU58841, and is seeking alternative hairloss treatments. They discuss various options, including raloxifene, oral dutasteride, liposomal finasteride, Breezula, Pyrilutamide, SM04554, and sulforaphane, but have concerns about efficacy, availability, and cost.
The group buy for CB-03-01, a topical anti-androgen for hairloss, was postponed and refunded due to issues with the product's form and solubility. The product, also known as Breezula, is an alternative to finasteride with fewer side effects, but its official release is delayed until 2021.
A 22-year-old is using dutasteride 0.5mg daily, oral minoxidil 2.5mg, biotin 5mg, and microneedling for hairloss. They also use a shampoo with saw palmetto and green coffee but are unsure of its effectiveness due to its high cost.
A 23-year-old male shared his 4-month progress using 1mg finasteride daily, along with B-12 and D3+K2 supplements, to address hairloss. He sought feedback on using generic finasteride and shared his journey to regain confidence.
The user has been using Hims finasteride and minoxidil spray, nizoral shampoo twice a week, and a daily biotin gummy for 90 days to treat hairloss. The user and others discuss the cost, dosage, and effectiveness of the treatment, with some suggesting cutting hair short for better results.
This user has been using a combination of topical Minoxidil and Finasteride, oils, biotin, vitamins D and K, and derma-rolling for 3 months to help reduce hairloss. They have experienced some progress but are still looking for more recommendations from others.
The conversation discusses using 1% cetirizine, an antihistamine, as a potential treatment for androgenetic alopecia (hairloss). One user plans to try cetirizine instead of finasteride, while others are curious or skeptical about its effectiveness, discussing the role of inflammation in hairloss.
Higher doses of dutasteride, like 2.5 mg, may offer more hair growth than 0.5 mg, but the difference is not significant for most people. Many users find 0.5 mg effective, and increasing the dose is often unnecessary unless experiencing severe hairloss.
Taking dutasteride daily at higher doses results in more effective DHT suppression compared to every other day dosing, due to its dose-dependent nature and long half-life. Even at lower doses, dutasteride is more effective than finasteride for hairloss.
This conversation is about a 40 year old male who has been using Dutasteride every other day, Minoxidil once daily, micro needling roughly every other week, Nizoral twice a week and vitamins to help with hairloss. The user experienced a shed at 7 months but noted improvement since then and was looking to fill in the gaps around their temples more. Others discussed potential side effects of Finasteride versus Dutasteride and suggested a hair transplant as well as questioned whether or not micro needling works alone.
User "manlycoffee" shares 25-month progress using Dutasteride, RU58841, Minoxidil, Microneedling, Nizoral, T/GEL, and fixing vitamin D levels for hairloss. Users discuss sources, experiences, and side effects of treatments.
A user's experience with using a combination of Dutasteride, Finasteride, Minoxidil, Retinol and Caffeine as hairloss treatment before getting a hair transplant. The conversation includes various opinions on the efficacy and availability of this mix.
Jordan-Iliad has been using a combination of finasteride, minoxidil, stemoxydine, microneedling, saw palmetto, peppermint and jojoba oils, ketoconazole shampoo, and Purador shampoo/conditioner for 3 months to treat their hairloss with stunning results. They have also recently started taking oral minoxidil 1.25mg/day in hopes of achieving even better results over the next 3 months.
After switching from finasteride to dutasteride, the user noticed new hair growth and experienced manageable shedding. They reported feeling great on dutasteride with minimal side effects, using Cialis occasionally for libido issues.
Sulforaphane, found in broccoli sprouts, promotes hair growth by degrading DHT. Users discuss its potential benefits and joke about unconventional application methods.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth using finasteride, minoxidil, and other treatments but faced side effects like reduced libido and erectile issues. They are considering switching to Adgain Plus to improve hair health without affecting sexual health.
A user with seborrheic dermatitis is experiencing bald spots and hair thinning despite changing their diet and taking oral minoxidil. Another user suggests using ketoconazole shampoo properly, using a scalp massager, applying rosemary/peppermint oil, keeping hair short, and taking fish oil to improve scalp health.
Vitamin E is suggested as beneficial for hair follicles. Some users question the dosage and effectiveness, while others share positive experiences with vitamins.
A 20-year-old is using minoxidil for hair regrowth and considering finasteride despite concerns about side effects. Many suggest adding finasteride to maintain gains, with recommendations to start with a low dose or use a topical form to minimize side effects.
Dutasteride can drastically reduce sebum production, leading to dryer hair and shedding. Alternating shampoos and periodic silica supplementation can improve hair quality and thickness.
After six months on Dutasteride, the user's hair is worse than before, despite previously trying finasteride and RU/Fluridil without success. Some suggest continuing Dutasteride and adding progress photos, while others share their positive experiences or advise sticking to one treatment for at least a year.
The conversation is about supplements for hair health. Nutrafol and Viviscal are mentioned, with Nutrafol preferred due to saw palmetto; individual supplements like zinc, vitamin D, iron, B complex, magnesium, and inositol are also discussed.