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      community I want to add a topical anti androgen to my routine

       4 upvotes 2 years ago
      RU58841 is considered an effective topical anti-androgen for hair loss, often used with minoxidil. Concerns exist about its purity and sourcing since it's not FDA-approved.

      community Finasteride 5mg & Spironolactone 100mg

      in Female  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 20-year-old female is using finasteride 5mg and spironolactone 100mg for severe hirsutism and is experiencing minor side effects like water weight loss and irregular periods. She is concerned about potential future side effects and hair regrowth on her scalp.

      community Daily aspirin is ruining your Min. gains

       6 upvotes 3 years ago
      Aspirin reduces the effectiveness of minoxidil for hair loss. Quercetin and 5-ASA medications also inhibit the necessary enzyme for minoxidil to work.

      community Dut/Minox/Needling to Dut/Oral Minox/Tretinoin/Needling

      in Minoxidil  3 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user had been using Minoxidil and Dutasteride with micro-needling but experienced hair loss after switching Minoxidil brands. Their doctor prescribed oral Minoxidil and Tretinoin, but the pharmacist suggested isotretinoin might be a more cost-effective alternative.

      community Will PP405 render Minox and Fin obsolete?

       30 upvotes 1 year ago
      PP405 might make minoxidil unnecessary, but finasteride or other 5AR inhibitors may still be needed. PP405 is expected to be expensive and not available until at least 2028, with limited information on its effectiveness.

      community Clascoterone might be the Finasteride for female pattern hair loss.

       9 upvotes 1 month ago
      Clascoterone, a topical anti-androgen, shows promise for treating female pattern hair loss without systemic side effects, offering a potential alternative to minoxidil. It could also benefit men who experience side effects from finasteride.

      community M23 on 1.1mg fin 5mg oral min for 4 months

      in Is this regrowth?  12 upvotes 4 months ago
      A 23-year-old male has been using 1.1mg finasteride and 5mg oral minoxidil for 4 months and is questioning if he has experienced hair regrowth. He reports some thickening of arm and facial hair but no serious side effects.

      community Kowalski, analysis (Fin + Min, no dermarolling)

       160 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 29-year-old is using 1mg oral finasteride and 50mg/g topical minoxidil daily for hair loss, with plans to reduce minoxidil use due to greasiness and considering a hair transplant for receding temples. No side effects from finasteride were reported, and many users suggest a transplant may not be necessary due to good hair density.

      community PG free Ru58841 solvent in the UK

       2 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      The conversation discusses finding a PG-free solvent for dissolving RU58841 in the UK, with glycerin suggested as a potential alternative. Water is also mentioned as a possible option.

      community cant use minoxidil, is there anything else that can mimic the results?

       7 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about alternatives to minoxidil for hair growth, as the original poster experienced chest tightness from using it. They are currently using finasteride and considering options like rosemary oil, pumpkin seed oil, and other topical treatments, but acknowledge that minoxidil and finasteride are the most scientifically supported treatments.

      community Clascoterone - clearnet vendor

      in Chat  2 upvotes 8 months ago
      The conversation is about finding a clearnet vendor for clascoterone, also known as Winlevi, for hair loss treatment. The user is seeking recommendations via direct message.

      community 21 M - 6 months on 1mg Finasteride every day

      in Progress Pictures  120 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 21-year-old male shared progress pictures after 6 months of using 1mg finasteride daily, reporting no side effects and noticeable improvement. The user got finasteride prescribed and did not mention using it in combination with minoxidil.

      community Smoking minoxidil, the theory that changes everything.

      in Minoxidil  607 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user humorously suggested smoking minoxidil in a blunt as an alternative hair growth method, sparking a satirical discussion on unconventional and unsafe ways to use minoxidil. The conversation included various suggestions like oral pills, rectal administration, and other absurd methods, with some users warning against the dangers of such practices.

      community Propecia/Finasteride Where does it come from?

       3 upvotes 4 years ago
      The user is taking finasteride 1mg from Blink pharmacy, sourced from Ascend Laboratories, with no noticeable side effects after 5 months. They also use Kirkland foam minoxidil, micro needling, and various supplements for hair treatment.

      community M18, On tropical minox 5% for 2 months now

       26 upvotes 9 months ago
      An 18-year-old has been using 5% topical minoxidil for 2 months for hair loss, with a history of vitamin D deficiency and thyroid imbalance. Users suggest starting finasteride and blocking DHT for androgenetic alopecia (AGA).

      community 6 months on min-fin medication

       615 upvotes 11 months ago
      A 42-year-old user shared progress after 6 months using 1.25mg finasteride and 5mg oral minoxidil daily, with 5% topical minoxidil twice a day, improved nutrition, and weekly dermarolling. The user noticed some shedding and slower regrowth but remains disciplined, while others commented on the impressive results and potential side effects of high minoxidil doses.

      community Are you taking oral finasteride/dutasteride + oral minoxidil (vs. one or the other)?

       5 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation discusses the potential offering of oral finasteride/dutasteride and oral minoxidil treatments for hair loss, with feedback on pricing and preferences for separate or combined pills. Users express concerns about high costs, preferring affordable options, and some prefer oral over sublingual minoxidil for ease of use.

      community Oral min+fin(M21) 3 months progress

       37 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user is experiencing hair regrowth using 1.2 mg oral finasteride and 3 mg oral minoxidil after aggressive balding. They express concerns about hair loss affecting confidence and consider additional treatments like dutasteride.

      community Needle mesotherapy in the treatment of androgenic alopecia

       5 upvotes 3 months ago
      Mesotherapy with vitamins is unlikely to effectively treat genetic hair loss and may be a waste of money. Taking 0.25 mg of finasteride daily is likely sufficient to slow hair loss, as it provides similar benefits to higher doses with fewer side effects.

      community After praising finasteride on this sub for a while I realised it gave me Brain Fog. I think its related to inhibiting GABA and interferring with mirtazapine (an antidepressant).

       9 upvotes 6 years ago
      Finasteride caused brain fog and reduced the effectiveness of mirtazapine for the user, leading them to stop finasteride and notice improvements in motivation and focus. The user suggests that finasteride might be incompatible with mirtazapine for some people and recommends mirtazapine for those experiencing mental fog from finasteride.

      community Your sides can very much come from minoxidil.

       6 upvotes 4 years ago
      Minoxidil may cause increased prolactin levels, leading to side effects like puffy nipples and chest tenderness. Users experienced these issues and considered stopping minoxidil while continuing or switching to other treatments like finasteride, microneedling, and supplements.

      community Pyrilutamide for non-5AR users?

      in Treatment  10 upvotes 1 year ago
      Pyrilutamide is considered by some as an alternative for those avoiding 5AR inhibitors like finasteride and dutasteride, but opinions on its effectiveness vary. Some users report similar results with fluridil and pyrilutamide, while others find pyrilutamide less effective compared to prescription treatments.

      community No access to RU, Pyri. Any alternative anti androgen?

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses alternatives to RU58841 for hair loss treatment, with suggestions including topical spironolactone, peppermint and rosemary oils, and saw palmetto. The user also considers ordering RU58841 from China but finds it too expensive.