A user is seeking a sodium lauryl sulfate-free ketoconazoleshampoo for hair loss treatment. They are unable to find one and are asking for recommendations.
The post discusses the user's experience with hair loss treatment using finasteride, clobetasol propionate, and ketoconazoleshampoo. The conversation warns about the potential side effects of clobetasol, a powerful topical steroid, and emphasizes its short-term usage.
The conversation is about the effectiveness of ketoconazoleshampoo for hair loss. The conclusion is that ketoconazoleshampoo can help with dandruff and seborrheic dermatitis, but it is not a strong enough treatment to stop or regrow hair. It is recommended to use it as an adjunct treatment along with finasteride or dutasteride.
Imidazole drugs like ketoconazole inhibit certain enzymes and prevent DHT from binding to SHBG, increasing free DHT in the bloodstream, which may contribute to balding. The discussion questions how these drugs help with hair loss despite this effect.
Adding Nizoral Shampoo (ketoconazole 2%) improved hair quality and reduced scalp irritation. Alternatives like zinc pyrithione shampoo and Piroctone Olamine were also discussed.
User experienced hair loss after using a dermaroller, onion juice, and ketoconazoleshampoo, and later started finasteride. They are unsure if the hair loss is due to the dermaroller or ketoconazole and seek advice.
The user is using oral dutasteride, topical minoxidil (Regaine foam 5%), and ketoconazoleshampoo for hair loss, reporting good results with no significant side effects. The user is 26 years old and applies minoxidil once or twice daily.
Microneedling and ketoconazole alone are not effective for female pattern baldness. They are best used as complementary treatments alongside other medications like finasteride, spironolactone, or dutasteride.
The conversation is about a user considering the use of Ketoconazole 2% shampoo before showing signs of male pattern baldness (MPB) to potentially delay its onset, inspired by a YouTuber who uses the shampoo to reduce scalp DHT levels. The user's interest in this preventative measure stems from a family history of MPB.
A user was prescribed ketoconazoleshampoo by their dermatologist for early-stage hair loss, but is unsure if this is the right treatment. Most commenters suggest seeking a second opinion or starting finasteride treatment immediately, while a few caution about potential side effects.
The user experienced severe scalp issues and hair loss after using ketoconazoleshampoo, which worsened despite various treatments. They seek advice on restoring scalp health, suspecting an allergic reaction or imbalance caused by the shampoo.
A user shared their 13-month experience using finasteride and ketoconazole 2%, reporting significant improvement in hair growth, especially in the crown and temple areas. They also mentioned occasional use of biotin, multivitamins, and zinc, but noted recent increased shedding and hair loss in unexpected areas.
The user reports using finasteride for 15 days, minoxidil for 2 months, ketoconazoleshampoo twice a week, and a derma pen once a week to treat hair loss. They shared progress pictures showing results after 2 months of treatment.
The user has been treating hair loss for 7 months using a combination of pyrilutamide, a topical mix of finasteride and minoxidil, microneedling, a topical mix of GHK-Cu and minoxidil, ketoconazoleshampoo, fish collagen peptides, zinc, and vitamin D3. Another user suggests that continuous small improvements could lead to significant hair regrowth over time.
This conversation is about a 21-year old male's success with using finasteride, minoxidil and ketoconazoleshampoo to regrow his hair. He increased the finasteride dosage from 1mg 3x per week to 1 mg daily for maximum results. People in the thread commended him on his progress.
A 21 year old male who has been taking finasteride, minoxidil and ketoconazole for 3.5 months with minimal side effects and successful hair regrowth. Genetics also seem to play a role in the user's hair loss.
The user is starting a new hair loss treatment routine with Minoxidil, Redensyl, Ketoconazoleshampoo, and microneedling. They are avoiding finasteride due to potential side effects and are considering future treatments like pyrilutamide.
User DeadRay9 reports good progress on finasteride and ketoconazole, with irregular microneedling. They take 1.25mg finasteride, experienced increased libido, and saw improvements at 3-5 months.
User reports 1 year of Finasteride, ketoconazoleshampoo, and occasional dermapen use led to significant hair growth improvement. Others discuss effectiveness for diffuse thinning and request detailed routine.
User "mo_movic" shared 4-month progress using finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole, and dermaroller for hair loss. Others congratulated and discussed their own experiences, with "mo_movic" reducing finasteride dose and using ketoconazole twice a week.
A user shared progress pictures after 16 months of using 1 mg finasteride daily and 2% ketoconazole and ZP shampoo. They experienced hair loss after severe weight loss and are concerned about potential shedding from starting minoxidil.
The user is concerned about the interaction between dutasteride and ketoconazole, leading them to stop using ketoconazoleshampoo, which has resulted in an oily and painful scalp. They are unsure whether ketoconazole increases or decreases the potency of dutasteride.
The user is seeking recommendations for the best shampoo and conditioner for hair loss, excluding ketoconazole, and is currently taking finasteride 1mg. They are also curious if hair products can still be used alongside hair loss treatments.
The user saw significant hair regrowth using Minoxidil once nightly and Ketoconazoleshampoo three times a week, and has started using Finasteride to maintain progress. They are pleased with the results and encourage others to continue treatment.
User discusses a topical hair solution containing Tretinoin, Dutasteride, and Ketoconazole, and asks if it's safe to combine and leave in hair. Concerns include Ketoconazole being left in hair and Tretinoin's effects with Dutasteride and Ketoconazole.
A user's experience with hair loss treatments such as finasteride, ketoconazole, and oral minoxidil that have not yielded any results; other users suggest shaving the head or getting a wig, while others offer additional advice such as seeing a dermatologist, checking thyroid levels, switching to dutasteride and adding needling, and trying stemoxydine.