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      community Physician here AMA – 30M oral Fin 1-1.25 mg daily

      in Update  47 upvotes 2 years ago
      Hair loss treatments, specifically the use of finasteride, microneedling and potentially oral minoxidil. People discussed their experiences with finasteride, its effects on sexual behaviors, as well as potential solutions such as tadalafil or using other growth factor signal peptides for hope in curing male pattern baldness.

      community Unofficial Dermapen/Roller Guide

      in Treatment  253 upvotes 5 years ago
      Treatments for hair loss, including microneedling (dermarolling and dermapen) and the use of minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. It provides detailed information about cost and usage of the various treatments, as well as potential side effects.

      community Just find a cure already, I am totally done

      in Chat  161 upvotes 2 months ago
      The conversation is about hair loss treatments, with users recommending finasteride and minoxidil as effective solutions. Some users report side effects, but overall, the consensus is to use these treatments rather than waiting for a cure.

      community How is there still no consensus on Topical Dutasteride in 2024?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  146 upvotes 6 months ago
      The conversation expresses frustration over the lack of clear evidence regarding the effectiveness and systemic impact of topical Dutasteride for hair loss treatment, despite years of discussion. People are criticized for not conducting proper research and for providing contradictory anecdotal claims.

      community Why nobody uses 0.25% (2.5mg/ml)?

      in Treatment  65 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation is about the effectiveness of 0.25% topical finasteride compared to other concentrations and forms. Users discuss its potential for better scalp DHT reduction and fewer side effects, with some preferring topical over oral treatments.

      community where does the renewed spironolactone hype come from?

      in Research/Science  7 upvotes 1 year ago
      Topical spironolactone is gaining attention as an alternative hair loss treatment, but it's not as effective as other options like finasteride. Oral spironolactone can cause side effects in men, and there are better topical alternatives like RU, Pyril, and CB.

      community Comprehensive Microneedling Guide

      in Microneedling  292 upvotes 2 years ago
      Microneedling for hair restoration involves daily use of a 0.3 mm device and weekly use of a 0.5 mm device. Combining microneedling with Minoxidil can enhance hair growth.

      community 12 month mark on cheap Mexican finasteride (Novaride). It works!

      in Update  215 upvotes 3 months ago
      User reports 12 months of using Mexican finasteride (Novaride), minoxidil spray, and ketoconazole shampoo with significant crown improvement and slight frontal hairline improvement. No current side effects; plans to continue treatment for further gains.

      community 2 months results minoxidil + finasteride

      in Treatment  331 upvotes 3 months ago
      User used topical minoxidil 5% with 0.1% finasteride twice daily, oral minoxidil 2.5mg, and finasteride 1mg daily, along with a hair multivitamin and weekly derma rolling. They missed the medication 3-4 times but still saw significant progress.

      community CB-03-01 supposed hair loss cure

      in Treatment  7 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation discusses why CB-03-01, a potential hair loss treatment, isn't widely discussed despite evidence of its effectiveness and safety. Some users mention other treatments like melatonin, procianidin b2, and RU58841, debating their effectiveness and safety.

      community Maintaining hair until Breezula without Fin

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 4 years ago
      A 21-year-old male experienced side effects from topical finasteride and is seeking alternative treatments to maintain hair until Breezula is available. He is considering using minoxidil, Nizoral, micro-needling, and vitamin D supplementation, and may try CB or RU58841 if necessary.

      community Testosterone in Reference Range Doesn't Cause Hair Loss

      in Research/Science  51 upvotes 9 months ago
      Testosterone within the normal range does not significantly contribute to male pattern baldness (MPB); DHT is the main factor that can be controlled. Genetics play a crucial role in hair loss, and treatments like finasteride and dutasteride, which block DHT, can help despite potentially raising testosterone levels.

      community Coffee and androgenetic alopecia

      in Research/Science  13 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses a claim that avoiding coffee can lead to significant hair regrowth in individuals with androgenetic alopecia. Participants are skeptical, with some sharing personal anecdotes that contradict the claim, and others discussing the potential role of caffeine in hair loss and the effectiveness of other treatments like finasteride and minoxidil.

      community 22 years since the last major development

      in Technology  50 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation discusses the lack of significant advancements in hair loss treatments since the introduction of finasteride 22 years ago, with many expressing frustration over the failure of new projects and skepticism about future developments. Some users mention hair transplants and other potential alternatives like Alfatradiol and Fluridil, but acknowledge finasteride's dominance in the market due to its effectiveness and affordability.

      community Why is it "not right" to start off with Dutasteride?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  60 upvotes 4 months ago
      The conversation discusses whether it's better to start hair loss treatment with finasteride or dutasteride. Opinions vary, but many suggest starting with finasteride due to its shorter half-life and easier management of side effects, while others argue dutasteride is more effective and has fewer side effects.

      community 6 months on biotin + minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  355 upvotes 7 months ago
      A user shared a 6-month progress picture showing improvement in hair loss using biotin and minoxidil. They also mentioned dealing with stress, diet issues, and seborrheic dermatitis.

      community Creatine's effect on Hair Loss and DHT

      in Research/Science  100 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 21-year-old male managed to control his hair loss using Nizoral, RU58841, and finasteride, but experienced increased scalp itchiness after starting creatine, which subsided upon stopping creatine. Users shared mixed experiences on whether creatine affects hair loss, with some reporting negative effects and others seeing no change or defending its benefits.

      community Rosemary oil's potency as a dht blocker

      in Research/Science  65 upvotes 11 months ago
      Rosemary extract showed high inhibitory activity against DHT, similar to finasteride and dutasteride, but the conversation includes skepticism about its effectiveness in humans since the study was done on mice and rosemary oil is often considered ineffective based on personal experiences. Some suggest trying rosemary oil alongside other treatments, while others emphasize the difference between the extract used in the study and the oil.