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      community Being Safe on Oral Minoxidil: tl;dr on the literature.

      in Research/Science  47 upvotes 1 week ago
      Oral minoxidil is effective for hair loss but can cause cardiovascular side effects, such as pericardial effusion, especially in those with genetic predispositions. Starting with low doses and monitoring cardiovascular health are advised to reduce risks.

      community Breezula phase 3 results said to be released next month

      in Product  27 upvotes 1 week ago
      Breezula's phase 3 results are expected soon, with discussions on the effectiveness of androgen receptor antagonists like spironolactone and the potential of GT20029. Users express skepticism about new treatments and discuss the complexities of male pattern baldness, often relying on finasteride despite its side effects.

      community Tretinoin and minoxidil. How do you guys use this combo

      in Minoxidil  13 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      Tretinoin is used with minoxidil to enhance hair growth, with some users applying tretinoin before minoxidil to improve results. Some users report success with this combination, while others experience irritation or dryness.

      community Accepting the fact that i cant stop it.

      in Chat  64 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      A user shares their struggle with hair loss despite trying treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride, and expresses frustration over ineffective medical advice and a failed hair transplant. Others in the conversation suggest alternative treatments, acceptance of baldness, and focusing on other life aspects.

      community 1 year on fin. Is this progress

      in Is this regrowth?  335 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      The user experienced noticeable hair regrowth after one year on finasteride and is considering adding topical minoxidil for further improvement. They have not experienced significant side effects and are advised to continue with finasteride and possibly add minoxidil instead of switching to dutasteride.

      community Fin non responders, did Dut ever work? Please share!

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  17 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      The conversation discusses the effectiveness of finasteride and dutasteride for hair loss, with some users finding no improvement and experiencing side effects. It also mentions the use of RU58841 and topical minoxidil, highlighting that hair sensitivity to DHT varies among individuals.

      community Minoxidil actually reduces wrinkles

      in Research/Science  209 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      Minoxidil may improve or worsen skin quality, with topical forms causing dryness and wrinkles, possibly due to alcohol content, while oral forms have fewer side effects. Some users consider using tretinoin to mitigate negative effects.

      community who else just can't seem to take finasteride?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  10 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user experienced severe side effects from finasteride, including anxiety and libido issues, and is currently using topical minoxidil and microneedling. They are considering trying dutasteride but are concerned about potential side effects.

      community Efficacy of Dut at 0.5mg VS 1mg VS 2.5mg

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  49 upvotes 1 month ago
      Higher doses of dutasteride, such as 2.5mg, are more effective at reducing scalp DHT than 0.5mg, but are costly and inconvenient. A 1mg dose is considered a more affordable and practical option, though its efficacy is uncertain.

      community He used Dutasteride for 20 years. Interview

      in Treatment  110 upvotes 1 month ago
      Dutasteride has been used for 20 years with some hair thickness improvement but no dramatic regrowth. The user also experimented with minoxidil, tretinoin, and peptides like BPC 157 for potential benefits in hair density and quality.

      community Creatine made all my high DHT symptoms return

      in Research/Science  78 upvotes 2 months ago
      Creatine may increase DHT levels, potentially causing symptoms like acne, oily hair, and hair shedding. Users report mixed experiences, with some avoiding creatine due to hair loss concerns and others seeing no impact.

      community 10month fin/min - micro-needling and rosemary biotin & more

      in Minoxidil  635 upvotes 2 months ago
      The conversation discusses a hair loss treatment routine involving daily minoxidil, finasteride, micro-needling, rosemary oil, and biotin supplements. The user shares personal experiences, noting no side effects from finasteride and emphasizing the importance of a healthy lifestyle in preventing hair loss.

      community Upcoming treatment ideas in the future

      in Research/Science  10 upvotes 2 months 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 We need more people trying 2.5 mg dutasteride

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  2 upvotes 2 months ago
      Increasing the dutasteride dose to 2.5 mg may significantly reduce DHT and promote hair regrowth, with similar side effects to lower doses. Some users combine dutasteride with minoxidil and finasteride for better results, but there are concerns about long-term effectiveness and availability.

      community 6 months progress after minoxidil/finasteride stopped working

      in Progress Pictures  19 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 24-year-old with male pattern baldness experienced side effects from oral finasteride and switched to a topical minoxidil/finasteride combination, later incorporating daily shampooing and scalp brushing to manage hair loss and dandruff. After initial shedding, the regimen led to reduced hair loss and new hair growth, with the user now using a densita mf combination (5% minoxidil/0.1% finasteride + redensyl) nightly.

      community Oral min vs topical comparison

      in Treatment  10 upvotes 2 months ago
      Oral minoxidil is claimed to be more effective and easier to use than topical minoxidil, with a 100% response rate, but it may cause unwanted body hair growth and has potential heart-related side effects. Topical minoxidil is less effective for many due to enzyme limitations, can cause scalp issues, and is more challenging to apply, but it avoids systemic side effects.

      community Having androgen receptor density and sensitivity at wrong f*ing place

      in Satire  7 upvotes 2 months ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, focusing on the use of topical minoxidil, microneedling, finasteride, and dutasteride, while debating the role of testosterone and DHT in hair loss. It also touches on the potential liver health impacts of these treatments and the genetic sensitivity of hair follicles to androgens.

      community Topical dutasteride valid success stories

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 2 months ago
      Topical dutasteride may not significantly reduce hair loss and could potentially increase testosterone, leading to further hair loss. Users report side effects like mood changes, sleep issues, and severe side effects, with no significant progress in hair regrowth.