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GlossaryMonotherapy

use of one drug or treatment for a condition

Monotherapy refers to the use of a single drug or treatment method to manage a particular condition or disease. In the context of hair loss or alopecia, monotherapy might involve using just one medication, such as minoxidil, to stimulate hair growth. This approach is often contrasted with combination therapy, where multiple treatments are used simultaneously.

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community Microneedling monotherapy shown more effective at 0.5mm than 1mm and 1.5mm in recent 6 month study

in Microneedling 135 upvotes 3 months ago

Microneedling at 0.5mm is more effective than at 1mm and 1.5mm for hair loss. Users discuss switching to 0.5mm and combining it with Minoxidil.

community Topical Spironolactone 2.5% MONOTHERAPY x 1 year (MALE)- Nothing else

in Progress Pictures 10 upvotes 7 months ago

A male in his early 40s, who experienced side effects from finasteride, used 2.5% topical spironolactone for one year with no side effects but minimal regrowth. He plans to try a 5% spironolactone solution next.

community Topical Spironolactone 2.5% MONOTHERAPY x 5 months (MALE)- Nothing else

in Progress Pictures 16 upvotes 1 year ago

A man in his 40s treating his slow balding with a daily regimen of 2.5% spironolactone topical solution and Piroctone Olamine Shampoo. Despite initial hair shedding, he experienced no side effects and plans to continue the treatment for at least a year.

community 4 years of dutasteride monotherapy

in Progress Pictures 191 upvotes 1 year ago

The conclusion of the conversation is that the user experienced noticeable regrowth of hair after using dutasteride as a single treatment for about 1.5 years. No before photos were available.

community Pyrilutamide or RU Monotherapy?

in Treatment 6 upvotes 1 year ago

Using Pyrilutamide or RU as monotherapy for hair loss? Share experiences.

community 13 WEEKS MICRONEEDLING MONOTHERAPY

in Microneedling 187 upvotes 1 year ago

A user's experience with microneedling monotherapy and potential treatments such as finasteride, minoxidil, Stemoxydine, rosemary oil, peppermint oil, and RU58841 for reversing hair loss.

community Has anyone used KX-826 as a MONOTHERAPY?

in Research/Science 16 upvotes 2 years ago

Exploring potential treatments for hair loss, such as Minoxidil, Finasteride, RU58841 and Pyrilutamide. The user is looking for feedback on whether KX-826 can be used successfully as a single therapy to stop the miniaturization process.

community Microneedling as monotherapy? Combined with castor-, peppermint- and rosemary oil + coffein. Does it work?

in Microneedling 12 upvotes 3 years ago

The conversation discusses using microneedling combined with castor, peppermint, rosemary oils, and caffeine as a treatment for mild hair loss, aiming to stop or slow down hair loss and potentially regrow hair. The effectiveness of this treatment without side effects is uncertain, and it may slow hair loss but results vary.

community results: 15 months fin + 4.5 months estrogen monotherapy + 4.5 months min

in Transgender 3 upvotes 3 months ago

The user has been using finasteride for 15 months, minoxidil for 4.5 months, and estrogen monotherapy for 4.5 months. Their current regimen includes finasteride, minoxidil, alfatradiol, and estradiol gel.

community M19, Progress pics, fin monotherapy. 1 month vs 5 months

in Progress Pictures 175 upvotes 5 months ago

A user shared progress pictures after 5 months of using finasteride, noting hair growth and minimal side effects. They suggested adding minoxidil for further hair growth if needed.

community Stabilized hairloss without sides (finally)

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 18 upvotes 1 year ago

User found hair loss stabilization without side effects using a topical solution of 0.008% Finasteride, 2% RU, and Stemoxydine. Other treatments like Eucapil, Fluridil, RU-monotherapy, and Pyrilutamide didn't work for them.

community Homemade topical spironolactone

in Research/Science 26 upvotes 2 years ago

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.

community What happened to L'Oreal Serioxyl?

in Treatment 6 upvotes 1 year ago

A user noticing changes in the L'Oreal Serioxyl hair treatment, including a different smell, mismatched batch numbers, and a color change. They question if it's a new formula and seek alternatives to stemoxydine. Another user questions if the positive results were due to stemoxydine or other medications.

community is there a pyrilutamide group/discord to discuss results?

in Research/Science 21 upvotes 2 years ago

Discussing results, side effects and potential sources of pyrilutamide for hair loss treatment alongside RU58841 and other treatments such as Minoxidil and finasteride.

community 4 month Finasteride and 3 month Minoxidil Results

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 1389 upvotes 3 years ago

A user's success in treating his diffuse and crown hair loss with finasteride and minoxidil; other users sharing their experiences, both successful and unsuccessful, and the importance of research and listening to one's body when deciding on treatments.

community how it feels to talk to tiktok kids about hairloss that isn’t shitty rosemary oil bloodflow and microneedling

in Satire 993 upvotes 2 months ago

Minoxidil and finasteride are effective for hair loss, especially when used together. Microneedling may enhance minoxidil's effects, but its standalone effectiveness is uncertain.

community Anagenica.com is not a safe place where to get your hairloss products

in Product 6 upvotes 3 months ago

Anagenica.com has poor customer service but delivers quality hair loss products like liposomal dutasteride. OP recommends ordering directly from Farmacia Tristiana for better service.

community How long did it take for you to see results from RU?

in Treatment 2 upvotes 7 months ago

RU58841 users discuss seeing results in a few months. Minoxidil and finasteride are also mentioned as treatments.

community I have not seen a single person who claims dutasteride destroyed their hair post a picture of the before/after

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 123 upvotes 7 months ago

The conversation discusses skepticism around claims that dutasteride worsens hair loss, with some users suggesting misinformation or panic during shedding as reasons for such claims. One user shared their negative experience with dutasteride, including increased sebum production and hair loss, and is now considering a higher dose of oral minoxidil after stopping dutasteride.

community New Study For LLLT > Minoxidil

in Research/Science 7 upvotes 7 months ago

LLLT (low-level laser therapy) is as effective or better than traditional minoxidil treatment for hair growth, with fewer side effects and improved long-term compliance due to milder adverse effects. Studies show LLLT increases hair density more than minoxidil, but drawbacks include the initial cost and the need for long-term use to see results.

community Has anyone ever had success with just micro-needling?

in Microneedling 20 upvotes 7 months ago

People are discussing if microneedling alone can improve hair loss without using treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, or RU58841. Some users report moderate success with microneedling and natural remedies, but most suggest that results are better when combined with medical treatments.

community Is regrowth on an androgen receptor blocker possible?

in Chat 12 upvotes 8 months ago

RU and Pyri block androgen receptors to prevent hair loss but may also hinder hair regrowth since they prevent testosterone, which can stimulate hair growth, from binding to these receptors. The user is questioning if this understanding is correct.

community what is RU for exactly? maintenance or can it cause some regrow too?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 8 upvotes 8 months ago

RU58841 is being discussed for its effects on hair loss. The user has started using RU58841 with finasteride and is curious about its potential for hair maintenance or regrowth.

community Losing gains from 7 months of oral min, fin, dut.

in Update 66 upvotes 1 year ago

A user reported losing hair after 7 months of using oral minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride, but others reassured that this is likely just a shedding phase where old hairs fall out to make way for new growth. Some users experience sheds every 7-8 months and suggest staying consistent with treatment.

community Dutasteride is better than Finasteride. Scalp Testosterone increase WON'T accelerate your hair loss...

in Research/Science 39 upvotes 1 year ago

Dutasteride potentially being more effective than Finasteride in treating hair loss due to its ability to suppress DHT levels more significantly. Dutasteride also has fewer sexual side effects compared to Finasteride.

community Is there any point to microneedling if you're on oral minoxidil?

in Microneedling 45 upvotes 1 year ago

Microneedling's effectiveness for hair regrowth is debated, with mixed results from studies. Some believe it helps with blood flow and scalp health, while others see it as largely ineffective.

community Anyone in Pyrilutamide currently?

in Treatment 14 upvotes 1 year ago

User considers trying Pyrilutamide for hair loss and itch relief. Another user shares positive experience with Pyrilutamide, no side effects.

community Thoughts on Dutasteride mesotherapy

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 6 upvotes 1 year ago

Dutasteride mesotherapy involves micro injections every 3 months to reduce side effects compared to regular finasteride. The discussion focuses on its effectiveness and safety for hair loss treatment.

community New study shows that microneedling is an ineffective hair loss treatment

in Research/Science 1 year ago

The effectiveness of microneedling as a hair loss treatment, with evidence from studies and anecdotal accounts from other users. It is suggested that combining microneedling with minoxidil or finasteride may be more effective than using microneedling alone, although some people have had success using only microneedling.

community We need to create a Discord KX-826 Monotheray group:

in Research/Science 29 upvotes 2 years ago

The conversation is about starting a Discord group for people using KX-826 as their only treatment for hair loss, excluding those who are not serious or use multiple treatments. Someone agrees with the idea but mentions "GP :3," which is unclear.