community Looking for treatment to increase efficacy of minoxidil
User seeks treatment to increase minoxidil efficacy. Suggestions include microneedling, oral minoxidil, and Tretinoin, with mixed experiences and side effects.
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360-390 / 1000+ resultscommunity Ru58841 stops seb derm ( the itching)?
RU58841 is discussed as a treatment that stops scalp itching when used with finasteride or dutasteride. The user is considering trying RU58841 due to persistent itching despite using the "big 3" treatments.
community 8 months on Fin and Min, with no change. Give up or switch to dut and add micro needling?
A user has seen no progress after 8 months on finasteride and minoxidil and is considering switching to dutasteride and adding microneedling or quitting and getting a hair system. Another user suggests adding microneedling and dutasteride and buzzing the hair down.
community Roughly 4 months on the fin/min/microneedling combo.
A hair loss regime consisting of finasteride, minoxidil and microneedling that was started 4 months ago with minimal side effects reported. The user also uses Nizoral once a week.
community How much oral minoxidil is satisfactory?
A user taking 1.25mg finasteride and 2.5mg oral minoxidil for hair loss, questioning if the dosage is enough for scalp hair regrowth. Another user reassures that hair will regrow stronger after initial shedding.
community Minoxidil is able to suppress androgen receptors or increase aromatase effect. Blood test in pictures.
A 24-year-old male experienced an increase in estradiol levels and symptoms like gynecomastia and excessive sweating after using Minoxidil for hair loss. His estradiol levels decreased after he stopped using Minoxidil.
community Is 2years+ telogen effluvium possible?
The user has been losing hair for over two years despite taking dutasteride and RU58841, even increasing dutasteride to 2.5mg. They are questioning if their hair loss could be due to telogen effluvium instead.
community Dutasteride and my semen production
A user experienced sexual side effects, including reduced semen production and numbness, after switching from finasteride to dutasteride for hair loss. They decided to stop dutasteride to prioritize their sexual health and may return to finasteride if issues resolve.
community abusing caffeine boosts DHT levels!
Caffeine intake may increase DHT levels, but its impact on hair loss is minimal compared to genetic factors. Excessive caffeine can cause health issues, and its effects on hair loss are not directly applicable to humans based on rat studies.
community 1 month on Fin 1mg, 5% Min and Nizoral, Derma stamp 1x a week
The user has been using Finasteride 1mg, 5% Minoxidil, Nizoral, and derma stamping for one month. Opinions on hair regrowth are mixed, with some seeing new growth and others attributing changes to longer hair.
community Shouldn’t it be impossible for dutasteride to make hair loss worse?
Dutasteride is unlikely to worsen hair loss; shedding is often temporary. Other factors like inconsistent use, placebo effect, or additional treatments may influence perceived results.
community Should I Add Dermarolling to My Hair Regrowth Routine?
An 18-year-old using Minoxidil 2% for hair loss is considering adding dermarolling to their routine. Replies suggest adding finasteride, using a dermastamp, and microneedling, with positive experiences shared.
community My case study: DHT serum levels unresponsive to higher topical fin dosages.
The user has been using liposomal topical finasteride since late 2022, progressively increasing the dose, but DHT serum levels remain largely unchanged. Despite using finasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, and ketoconazole, hair condition has neither improved nor worsened.
community COQ10 + PQQ for scalp inflammation??
A 32-year-old male with diffuse thinning and seborrheic dermatitis has been using finasteride for 8 months without improvement. He is considering COQ10 + PQQ supplements for scalp inflammation and hair loss.
community 2 years of oral fin, dut twice a week, one year of oral min, one month of pyripure - what do we think
The user has been using oral finasteride and minoxidil nightly, dutasteride twice a week, microneedling weekly, and pyripure nightly since April. They are seeking opinions on their hair regrowth progress, noting no slick bald areas but some miniaturized blonde hairs.
community Sharing my dut shed story in case anyone else is going through something similar (No initial shed, then first shed started after 9 months)
A user shared their experience with hair shedding after switching from finasteride to dutasteride. They saw initial hair thickening, experienced shedding after 9 months, but the shedding has now stopped, and their hair is thick again.
community 4 month progress (delayed start)
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 hair loss, and is happy with the progress despite some remaining hair loss at one temple. They encourage others to start treatment early if hair loss affects their confidence, and they use a 5% Minoxidil solution and take 2.5mg of Finasteride three times a week.
community TE turned into Scarring hairloss
The user experienced hair loss due to a crash diet and later developed scarring hair loss. They are now on finasteride, oral minoxidil, LDN, Zyrtec, and Oztela to reduce scalp inflammation and promote hair regrowth.
community Saying creatine causes loss on fin/dut makes no sense and this is why
The conversation discusses whether creatine causes hair loss for those using finasteride or dutasteride, with some suggesting creatine might increase DHT or upregulate androgen receptors, potentially leading to hair loss. Others argue the evidence is not conclusive, citing limited studies and personal anecdotes, with some avoiding creatine as a precaution.
community Finasteride 1mg + Minoxidil 3 month transformation (My story)
A user shared a 3-month hair regrowth transformation using Finasteride 1mg, Minoxidil, and occasional derma rolling. Some responders are skeptical of the rapid growth, while others suggest the user might be an exceptional responder to the treatment.
community Minox topical(twice daily) + Finax(1mg everyday) + nizoral shampoo (biweekly), 5 months on this, age:30
Hair loss treatment includes Minox topical, Finax, Nizoral shampoo, and adding 0.5 dutasteride on Sundays. Dermarolling will also be started.
community How to mix Viagra for topical application?
The conversation is about experimenting with topical Viagra or Cialis for hair loss, including methods for dissolving the tablets. The user is also using herbal oil massages and considering using Ethanol/Propylene Glycol for better dissolution.
community Pryri journey update 2 weeks so far.
A 2-week journey with Pyri, which is producing positive effects on hair texture and reduced shedding; Minoxidil and derma needling are being used as treatments.
community Pumpkin seed oil tablet or topical oil.
The conversation discusses the effectiveness of pumpkin seed oil for hair loss, with mixed opinions on its benefits. Some users mention studies showing potential hair growth benefits, while others consider it ineffective.
community Switching from Finasteride to Dutasteride 3x a week ( EOD )
Switching from finasteride to dutasteride as a treatment for hair loss, and discussing possible side effects or results of the switch.
community Why can't you drink caffeine after PRP?
The conversation discusses avoiding caffeine after Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) treatment for hair loss because caffeine is a vasoconstrictor, which can reduce blood flow and hinder the healing process that PRP aims to promote.
community FtM: "Aggressive Regemin - Recovery From Norwood-6.5" Minoxodil/Estradiol valerate/Spironolactone. (What will happen in the worst case if CIS male go this way for a year?)
User "Ant1pal" shares progress pictures of hair regrowth using Minoxidil, Estradiol valerate, and Spironolactone. Users discuss potential side effects and the possibility of localizing estrogen to hair follicles for better treatment.
community Red Ginseng Extract Promotes the Hair Growth in Cultured Human Hair Follicles
The conversation is about hair loss treatments, specifically discussing the effectiveness of Red Ginseng Extract in promoting hair growth. Other treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
community Can we have a thread that summarizes all treatments options in addition to the big 3 which we have some evidence for, their mechanism of action and whether they can be combined with the big 3(other than dermarolling)?
The conversation discusses hair loss treatments beyond the commonly known three, focusing on separating effective treatments from myths. Dutasteride and low-dose oral Minoxidil are mentioned as having clinical evidence for increasing hair counts, but with potential side effects.
community Tretinoin can enhance the skin permeability of Minoxidil approximately 3-fold at 0.05%[24] and itself has some hair regrowth properties.
The conversation discusses enhancing Minoxidil absorption for hair loss treatment using Tretinoin and MSM (Methylsulfonylmethane). The user is seeking sources for Tretinoin and mentions MSM's potential to improve the absorption of topical agents.