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      community Finasteride and Creatine Questions

       7 upvotes 3 years ago
      OP started using finasteride and minoxidil and experienced increased hair shedding, which is normal. Creatine is unlikely to affect hair loss treatment results, and users generally agree it is safe to use alongside finasteride.

      community Silk pillowcases are such a game changer

       20 upvotes 3 years ago
      Silk pillowcases reduce hair breakage and shedding by causing less friction, making hair appear healthier. They don't prevent hair loss but improve hair condition and comfort.

      community Ru58841 only treatment thoughts

       4 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user plans to use RU58841 with stemoxydine and nizoral for hair loss, considering finasteride later. Others share mixed experiences with RU58841, some reporting no side effects and others experiencing issues like chest tightness, while some suggest combining it with finasteride and minoxidil for better results.

      community Finasteride + Ashwagandha. Inputs ?

       7 upvotes 3 years ago
      Finasteride and Ashwagandha are discussed as potential treatments for hair loss, with mixed opinions on Ashwagandha's effectiveness and safety. Some users report no benefits from Ashwagandha, while others caution against its use due to potential liver issues.

      community Dermastamp only with carrier/essential oil blend

       16 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user is documenting their natural approach to treating a receding hairline using a dermastamp, essential oils (rosemary oil at 3% dilution with pumpkin seed oil), a multivitamin with vitamin D, and daily collagen shakes. They acknowledge the common recommendations of minoxidil and finasteride but prefer to test natural methods and share their results.

      community Help with spironolactone in Europe (The Netherlands) !

       3 upvotes 3 years ago
      OP is seeking Spironolactone 100mg in The Netherlands for hair loss treatment, facing difficulties with local prescriptions and unreliable online orders. They have tried ordering from various online sources, including ru-pills.com, and are asking for recommendations on other websites.

      community Applying topicals before bed..

       4 upvotes 4 years ago
      Applying hair loss treatments like minoxidil and finasteride, with concerns about side effects and application timing. Some users experience side effects, while others manage without issues, and there's interest in future treatments like pyrilutamide.

      community Can’t take fin - options/alts?

       5 upvotes 4 years ago
      User seeks non-finasteride hair loss treatments, suggests Eucapil, minoxidil, microneedling, keto shampoo, oral castor oil, and alfatradiol. Reply recommends vitamin D, zinc, pumpkin seed oil, saw palmetto, and high black tea intake, but emphasizes minoxidil and microneedling as most effective.

      community Hello everyone I need some good tips for temple recovery

       8 upvotes 4 years ago
      The user is seeking advice for temple hair recovery, using 2% minoxidil, dermarolling, nutrient patches, and green clay compresses, but is hesitant to use finasteride. Others suggest increasing minoxidil to 5%, using finasteride or RU58841, and incorporating ketoconazole shampoo to address hair loss effectively.

      community Experience with CB (Breezula)?

       4 upvotes 6 years ago
      CB 03 01 (Breezula) was tried for hair loss but showed no significant improvement, with issues in dissolving and application. Finasteride and dutasteride remain the most effective treatments, while minoxidil is also used; CB's effectiveness is questioned, and topical alternatives like bicalutamide are considered.

      community Hair Loss with Accutane?

       3 upvotes 9 years ago
      Hair thinning may be due to Accutane use, possibly causing Telogen Effluvium or accelerating male pattern baldness. It's advised to check blood levels and consult a hair specialist.

      community New topical claims complete reversal of AGA in 3 months

       18 upvotes 9 years ago
      A new topical treatment called RT1640 claims to reverse AGA using cyclosporine A, Minoxidil, and a new chemical entity, RT175. Users are skeptical due to lack of clinical trial data and inconsistent before-and-after photos.

      community If dutesteride and oral minoxidil doesn’t work that’s it right?

      in Treatment  20 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user is experiencing continued hair loss despite using 0.5mg dutasteride and 2.5mg minoxidil, and is seeking advice on why the treatments aren't working and how to address potential androgen receptor sensitivity. Replies suggest getting tested and considering scalp micropigmentation (SMP).

      community If dutesteride and oral minoxidil doesn’t work that’s it right?

      in Treatment  41 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user is experiencing ongoing hair loss despite using 0.5mg dutasteride and 2.5mg oral minoxidil for several years and is seeking advice. Suggestions include ensuring correct diagnosis, checking for other health issues, considering finasteride, trying topical antiandrogens, and consulting a dermatologist.

      community Reishi mushroom is theoretically 90,000x weaker than finasteride.

       1 upvotes 4 years ago
      Reishi mushroom is significantly weaker than finasteride for inhibiting 5 alpha reductase, requiring much larger quantities to achieve similar effects. The effectiveness and safety of consuming large amounts of Reishi for hair loss are uncertain.

      community How to get oral minoxidil in Austria

       5 upvotes 1 week ago
      A 20-year-old in Austria is seeking oral minoxidil for hair loss after limited success with topical minoxidil and finasteride. They are exploring options to obtain it legally or through unconventional means due to difficulties in acquiring it in the EU.

      community Uk minoxidil and finasteride Supply

       16 upvotes 1 week ago
      The user plans to start oral finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss and seeks advice on sourcing these medications in the UK. Recommendations include Oxford Online Pharmacy, Dr Fox, and sourcing from India or Thailand for cost savings.

      community Back to april 26 baseline again in september 26 . Having 2nd severe shedding .

       20 upvotes 1 week ago
      The user experienced hair shedding after starting finasteride every other day and minoxidil nightly for nine months, with the best hair density in June but shedding since then. They also use Nizoral shampoo twice a week and are concerned about libido effects from daily finasteride use.

      community I think we need to consider transplants more before recommending them.

       97 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      Hair transplants are not always a long-term solution for young people with significant hair loss, as they can lead to scarring and require ongoing maintenance. Medications like finasteride and dutasteride are effective for many, but not all, and should be considered before opting for a transplant.

      community What I've learned 2 years of treatment (Dut + Oral Min + other things)

       63 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      The user regained 95% of their hair using dutasteride, oral minoxidil, and doxycycline for skin health, emphasizing patience and consistent treatment. They noted that dutasteride is more effective than finasteride, and maintaining good skin health is crucial for treatment success.

      community What is up with Dutasteride making peoples hair loss worse

       35 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      Switching from finasteride to dutasteride often causes increased hair shedding initially. Dutasteride is stronger but takes longer to show results, leading to concerns about worsening hair loss during the transition.

      community The never ending cycle as a fin+min user

       1356 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      Hair loss treatments like finasteride and minoxidil can cause cycles of shedding and regrowth, leading to fluctuating emotions. Users experience periods of hair improvement followed by shedding, with some finding long-term stabilization elusive.

      community Almost 1 year on finasteride, but my hair seems to be getting much thinner lately

       12 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      The user has been on finasteride for almost a year but is experiencing increased hair thinning and shedding, leading to concerns about the treatment's effectiveness. Suggestions include continuing finasteride, considering minoxidil or dutasteride, and checking lifestyle factors like diet and stress.