User taking 1mg finasteride daily for 2 years, wants to block more scalp DHT. Seeks reference for additional topical DHT blockers like alfatradiol and fluridil.
The potential effectiveness of homemade topical spironolactone in treating hair loss, with studies suggesting it is more effective than finasteride and even minoxidil when used as monotherapy. The conversation also mentions that other anti-androgens are being developed which may soon hit the market.
Potential treatments for hair loss, specifically the combination of liquid minoxidil and pyrilutamide, with some suggesting that adding finasteride may be beneficial.
The conversation discusses the safety and effectiveness of a hair loss drug, GT20029, and the possibility of infrequent application, with users hoping for once-daily use and speculating on the drug's duration of effect on the scalp. Specific treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
Actifollic selling Pyrilutamide as a treatment for hair loss, with people debating its efficacy compared to Minoxidil and Finasteride in combination with RU58841.
The mechanism of Androgenic Alopecia and practical applications of treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, RU58841, dermarolling, scalp massages, anti-fungals, progesterone, estrogen, PPAR-γ activators, reducing oxidative stress, and scalp exercises. It explains why DHT is important in AA and how other factors might be involved such as hypoxia, increased DKK-1 expression, morphological changes to the scalp, skull growth during childhood/puberty, and blood flow.
A user's experience with using 5AR inhibitors (Finasteride and Dutasteride) in combination with Minoxidil foam and microneedling, which resulted in substantial improvements to their crown density and hairline, despite high systemic levels of testosterone and dihydrotestosterone.
The user has been using finasteride 1mg daily, minoxidil once daily, and various oils but continues to experience hair loss. They are considering whether to increase the finasteride dosage or maintain the current regimen until a hair transplant.
A user's experience with taking finasteride and dutasteride to address hair loss, and the proactive approach they took to maintain their hair. They discussed using these medications every day and transitioning between them.
The conversation discusses the potential connection between baldness, heart disease, and high blood pressure. Treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, Spironolactone, and Finasteride.
A user shared their hair loss treatment which includes a custom solution with multiple ingredients, caffeine liquid, and saw palmetto, and mentioned shedding after 40 days of use. Some replies discuss the effectiveness and cost of the treatment, while others debate the usefulness of topical dutasteride.
A user experiencing excessive hair shedding and a receding hairline is questioning if low vitamin D levels could be the cause, despite levels being within the normal range. Replies suggest that while vitamin D deficiency can cause hair loss, it might not be the issue in this case.
User "logart89" claims DUT 3 times a week is better than daily FIN for hair loss. Their routine includes DUT, topical DUT, stemoxydine and alfatradiol mix, 5% minoxidil with tretinoin, and weekly derma stamping.
A user's 6 month progress using finasteride and minoxidil as treatments for hair loss, with the replies discussing side effects and general consensus about usage of the two medications.
A new company is introducing a topical treatment combining Minoxidil, Finasteride, and Bimatoprost for hair loss. Users are also inquiring about updates on a minoxidil-enhancing shampoo from Applied Biology.
The conversation is about using valproic acid, an anti-seizure medication, as a topical treatment to promote hair growth. The original poster is seeking personal experiences from those who have tried this method.
The conversation discusses the potential effects of spearmint on acne and male pattern baldness (MPB). Concerns are raised about spearmint's androgen-suppressing effects and its suitability for men.
Breezula (clascoterone) and Formula 82F (topical finasteride) are treatments for hair loss that block DHT differently; Breezula competes with DHT at the hormone receptor site without systemic effects, while 82F inhibits the enzyme that converts testosterone to DHT. Breezula may work for those who don't respond to finasteride and vice versa.
Treatments for hair loss, such as topical minoxidil, platelet-rich plasma therapy with or without minoxidil, ketoconazole, non-abative radio frequency, natural products, finasteride and cortexolone 17 alpha propionate. The post evaluates the efficacy and safety of these treatments in various studies.
The conversation is about a new acne treatment cream called Clascoterone Cream 1%, which is the first new mechanism of action for acne in nearly 40 years. One person joked about hoping their face will be as clean as their bald head after using the cream.
A 43-year-old man started treatment for hair loss with finasteride, minoxidil, Qilib rebalance, and Trigain Caffeine shampoo, and is taking vitamin D supplements. He hopes to share positive results after a few months.
The user is discouraged after nearly a year of using oral minoxidil and dutasteride without seeing desired hair regrowth. Suggestions include increasing dutasteride dosage, trying hair transplants, and considering other treatments like derma stamping or topical solutions.
Finasteride stops hair loss by blocking DHT, while Minoxidil promotes hair growth by increasing blood flow to hair follicles. Using both can help regrow hair, but results vary by individual.
The user experienced male pattern baldness starting at 18, tried finasteride with no success, and switched to dutasteride, which halted hair loss. Minoxidil had no effect for them, while their brother, who didn't use AR inhibitors, maintained a juvenile hairline and successfully grew a beard with minoxidil, highlighting the unpredictable nature of genetics in hair loss and treatment response.
Hair transplants can initially yield good results, but native hair is more reliable, and transplanted hair may still be lost over time. Early intervention with treatments like topical finasteride and minoxidil is recommended, but it's important to start with lower doses and manage expectations realistically.
Current hair loss treatments include finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, and derma rolling. New treatments like TDM-105795, GT20029, and others show promise but require more testing and time before approval.
Elevated bile acids can inhibit the enzyme AKR1C2, leading to increased DHT levels, which may accelerate hair loss in those predisposed to androgenetic alopecia. Treatments mentioned include topical minoxidil and finasteride.