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      community I am a dermatologist with a clinical interest in alopecia. AMA

      in Will treatment work for me? 2 years ago
      In this conversation, 4990 discussed various treatments for hair loss, 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.

      community This is the best time in human history to be fighting hair loss

      in Treatment  192 upvotes 2 years ago
      This conversation discusses the advancements in treatments for hair loss, including finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil and new promising treatments such as pyrilutamide and verteporfin. Other treatments discussed were taking minoxidil orally, tretinoin to turn non-responders into responders and microneedling to further boost growth.

      community Bad experience at Dermatologist

      in Update  44 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user had a disappointing dermatologist appointment where they were denied prescriptions for Dutasteride and oral Minoxidil for hair loss and were only offered a hair transplant referral. Other users sympathized, discussed self-medication, and suggested consulting a transplant doctor for up-to-date treatments.

      community I spoke to the Guy who did the Ru58841 (PSK-3841) research

      in Research/Science  290 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation discusses RU58841, a compound for hair loss treatment, which was found to be effective in a 6-month trial but was not pursued due to financial issues or marketability concerns, not safety. Some users are considering crowdfunding to release the research data, while others discuss personal experiences and safety concerns with RU58841.

      community Rate my stack! (Using a nuclear protocol)

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  16 upvotes 3 years ago
      A hair loss regimen involving Dutasteride, Oral Minoxidil, Mesotherapy, Topical Minoxidil/Finasteride, RU58841, Alfatridiol, Microneedling, LLLT, Keto shampoo, Vitamin K/D/Fish oil/Borage Oil/MSM, Oral Castor oil and Niacin. It also mentions products that have been dropped from the regimen due to not being worth the hassle or messing with libido.

      community 24F, minodixil, saw palmetto, biotin, rosemary oil, advice?

      in Question  6 upvotes 5 years ago
      A 24-year-old woman with thinning hair is using Minoxidil, saw palmetto, biotin, rosemary oil, and ketoconazole. She seeks advice on whether to try finasteride or dutasteride, the effects of Minoxidil shedding, and the significance of her hair follicle condition.

      community Female Hair Loss, Is there anything else I should be doing?

       11 upvotes 10 years ago
      A 20-year old female experiencing hair loss, who has had normal blood tests and is currently using minoxidil as recommended by her doctor. She is asking if there are any other treatments she should consider.

      community Minoxidil results in 3 months after stopping fin

      in Is this regrowth?  469 upvotes 6 days ago
      The user stopped finasteride due to testicular aches and switched to minoxidil, seeing positive results in three months. They are considering topical finasteride but are cautious because of past side effects from oral use.

      community 3 months 5g Min only before/after, 26 y/o

      in Is this regrowth?  449 upvotes 1 week ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth after three months of using 5 mg oral minoxidil nightly and plans to add finasteride to maintain progress. Many recommend combining minoxidil with finasteride or dutasteride to prevent future hair loss.

      community Fin year 3 results/maintainence

      in Progress Pictures  332 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      A user has used finasteride for three years to maintain hair thickness and is considering adding minoxidil for temple recession. They report no side effects and are satisfied, while others discuss minoxidil's pros and cons and share hair treatment experiences.

      community Damn...I've made some real progress, yeah??

      in Progress Pictures  993 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      A user shared their significant hair regrowth progress using topical minoxidil, oral finasteride, and minoxidil chews, while transitioning to generic versions. They also mentioned using batana oil and microneedling, with no side effects reported.

      community I just made 60x of 5mg minoxidil sugar cubes

      in Minoxidil  1323 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      A user created oral minoxidil sugar cubes due to lack of prescription access, leading to a humorous discussion about unconventional and potentially unsafe methods of using minoxidil. The conversation highlights the lengths people go to for hair growth.

      community This is what some balding dudes are like

      in Satire  1043 upvotes 1 month ago
      Some people avoid finasteride due to side effects but engage in unhealthy habits. Minoxidil and finasteride are common hair loss treatments, with varied side effect experiences.

      community Upcoming treatment ideas in the future

      in Research/Science  10 upvotes 1 month ago
      Exploring future hair loss treatments, including immunosuppressants for hair transplants and hair cloning, with a focus on leveraging research from other medical fields. Current treatments like finasteride and minoxidil are effective for most, but there's a call for more funding and innovation in the hair loss industry.

      community hairloss in my 20s has ruined my life.

      in Research/Science  373 upvotes 1 month ago
      A person in their 20s is struggling with hair loss, using treatments like minoxidil and finasteride. Suggestions include self-improvement, therapy, hair transplants, and focusing on acceptance and confidence.

      community People who tolerate dut better than fin?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  32 upvotes 2 months ago
      Dutasteride may have fewer side effects than finasteride, with some users experiencing better hair maintenance. Experiences vary, with some preferring dutasteride for fewer side effects, while others see no significant hair improvement.

      community Miniaturized hair developing into real hair?

      in Chat  10 upvotes 3 months ago
      OP is trying various treatments (finasteride, minoxidil, nizoral, dermarolling, tretinoin) to regrow hair after 8 years of baldness. Users suggest persistence and possibly adding dutasteride, noting that age and consistency affect results.

      community Coegin Pharma to release Follicopeptide (FOL005) by Q2 2025

      in Treatment  117 upvotes 3 months ago
      Follicopeptide (FOL005) by Coegin Pharma will launch as a cosmetic hair growth treatment by Q2 2025, showing similar efficacy to finasteride. Users discuss the benefits and skepticism of releasing hair loss treatments as cosmetics rather than drugs.

      community AGA evaluation and first steps - BEGINNER MEGAPOST

      in Chat  80 upvotes 3 months ago
      The conversation discusses androgenic alopecia (AGA) and its treatments, focusing on finasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo. Finasteride is recommended as essential for preventing further hair loss.

      community Dutasteride is for Young Hair Loss Suffers

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  104 upvotes 3 months ago
      Dutasteride is discussed as a treatment for young hair loss sufferers, with mixed experiences regarding side effects and effectiveness. Some users report positive results with Dutasteride, while others prefer Finasteride or Minoxidil due to fewer side effects.