Men with early malepattern baldness (MPB) may have hormonal abnormalities similar to those in women with PCOS. Specific treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841.
Exploring treatment options for malepattern baldness, including minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841, with a focus on Eucapil, a topical agent. The post also discusses research from various sources about the efficacy of these treatments.
Various treatments for malepattern baldness including Minoxidil, Finasteride/Dutasteride, hair systems, and oral anti-androgens such as Spironolactone and Flutamide. It also mentions dermarolling as a possible treatment in conjunction with minoxidil.
A 29-year-old male diagnosed with malepattern baldness was prescribed Minoxidil with Azelaic Acid but not Finasteride due to a history of mild depression. He is considering getting Finasteride online without waiting for a 3-month evaluation and is questioning the cost of his Minoxidil prescription.
Minoxidil is commonly used for malepattern baldness, but Procapil is considered to have fewer side effects and be more effective. The user seeks information or experiences regarding Procapil.
A user is concerned about malepattern baldness despite their father having hair. Replies suggest visiting a dermatologist and considering finasteride or dutasteride, as natural methods are ineffective.
A 16-year-old is experiencing early malepattern baldness and is considering using Minoxidil now and Finasteride after turning 18. Another user shared a positive experience with topical Minoxidil and Finasteride, noting improvement in hair thickness and no side effects.
Ketoconazole is somewhat effective for malepattern baldness (MPB), but the manufacturer promotes it for dandruff instead, possibly because the dandruff market is larger and to avoid confusion among dandruff sufferers without hair loss.
A 24 year old man suffering from malepattern baldness who has been using minoxidil foam and Redensyl (no longer using) for four months, resulting in general thickening of the hair with some regrowth. The user is also awaiting to get a Finasteride prescription and hormone panel done.
Finasteride is effective for treating malepattern baldness (MPB) with minimal side effects, and topical finasteride is similarly effective. Dutasteride is also effective but less understood, and Minoxidil is less effective than Finasteride.
The user is seeking advice on the best treatment for malepattern baldness, diffuse thinning, and retrograde alopecia, comparing the effectiveness of finasteride, RU58841, and dutasteride, and considering whether to add minoxidil or switch to dutasteride or combine treatments. They are currently on finasteride and are contemplating if adding RU58841 or switching to dutasteride is better, and also asking about the comparison between pyrilutamide and RU58841.
The conversation discusses the pros and cons of dutasteride for malepattern baldness, with a focus on its long half-life. The user, a physician, also mentions that switching from finasteride to dutasteride can cause temporary hair loss until dutasteride reaches effective levels or accelerates the hair cycle.
A 27-year-old male shares his 1-month progress using oral finasteride and 5% topical minoxidil for malepattern baldness. He noticed his hair getting thinner and weaker before starting the treatment.
Finasteride was intentionally developed to treat BPH and later approved for malepattern baldness (MPB) due to its 5AR inhibition effects. The delay in MPB approval was due to concerns about off-label use for female hirsutism and the prioritization of treating a more debilitating condition.
The conversation discusses the potential effects of spearmint on acne and malepattern baldness (MPB). Concerns are raised about spearmint's androgen-suppressing effects and its suitability for men.
The conversation humorously discusses the complexity of understanding and treating malepattern hair loss, mentioning treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, Dr. Brotzu's lotion, and Dr. Tsuji's hair cloning. The original post satirically claims that only those with high intelligence can appreciate these treatments.
A 19-year-old male has been using topical finasteride and minoxidil for 8 months with no progress and is considering seeking a second opinion due to potential misdiagnosis. The discussion revolves around whether the hair loss is due to malepattern baldness, alopecia areata, or a vitamin deficiency.
A 19-year-old is using hair tonic capsules, Minoxidil 5% lotion, an unidentified hair lotion, and Nizoral shampoo for malepattern hair loss. Commenters suggest focusing on known treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride and advise knowing the contents of the products used.
The conversation discusses that genetic analysis of the Iceman Ötzi shows he had male-pattern baldness and dark skin, with a joke about using beards and tattoos to distract from hair loss. No specific hair loss treatments are mentioned.
Pyrilutamide, a potential topical treatment for malepattern baldness, and the user's anticipation of its Phase 2 trial results. Several users discussed their experiences with Finasteride and RU58841, while others voiced skepticism about the efficacy of Pyrilutamide.
The safety of combining alfatradiol and fluridil with finasteride as a potential treatment for malepattern baldness, which is approved in the European Union. Other treatments such as minoxidil and RU58841 were also discussed.
A user shared a list of natural supplements they tried that did not stop their malepattern baldness (MPB), including vitamin D, biotin, and various oils. The conversation includes skepticism and jokes about one of the methods, injecting jellyfish mucus into testicles, and mixed opinions on the effectiveness of natural treatments.
The impact of creatine on DHT levels, and whether it could cause accelerated malepattern baldness (MPB). The user taking a 5 alpha reductase inhibitor found that their DHT levels actually reduced despite taking creatine for nine weeks. Replies suggested looking into testosterone levels as well and debating the safety of creatine use in relation to MPB.
Eli Lilly's drug baricitinib showed effectiveness in treating alopecia areata, with higher doses resulting in significant hair regrowth compared to placebo. The treatment is not for malepattern baldness.
The user is seeking recommendations for topical saw palmetto and pumpkin seed oil products to treat early malepattern baldness and is considering different options available online. They are specifically asking which saw palmetto product to choose between two provided links.
Saw Palmetto may act like a weaker version of finasteride and could be too weak to treat malepattern baldness (MPB) on its own. However, combining Saw Palmetto with low doses of finasteride might increase effectiveness with less risk of prostate shrinkage and sexual side effects.
A user took finasteride for six months, then switched to dutasteride for a year, increasing the dosage over time, but hair shedding worsened. Replies suggest the issue is malepattern baldness and DHT-related.
The conversation jokes about a well-preserved mummy having more hair than living people, with comments on malepattern baldness and humorous speculation on the mummy's hair loss treatment, possibly using Minoxidil and Finasteride.
Kintor Pharma successfully dosed the first patient in a Phase II trial for KX-826 for acne vulgaris. Users are more interested in results for malepattern baldness (MPB).
User noticed beard and sideburn hair loss, and thinning eyebrows, diagnosed with alopecia barbae and malepattern baldness, and prescribed Desonide cream. User seeks feedback on Desonide cream.