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      community Low-Dose Oral Minoxidil Does Not Significantly Affect BP

      in Minoxidil  178 upvotes 3 months ago
      Low-dose oral minoxidil is used for hair loss and does not significantly affect blood pressure but may increase heart rate and cause hypotensive symptoms. Some users experience side effects like palpitations and shortness of breath, while others find it effective; topical minoxidil with tretinoin is also considered.

      community Doc suggested to start using Fin

      in Treatment  181 upvotes 9 months ago
      A user is seeking advice on hair loss treatment and has been prescribed finasteride. They currently use minoxidil, rosemary oil, and castor oil, and are considering adding dermarolling. Respondents suggest daily use of minoxidil and finasteride, with some recommending additional treatments like ketoconazole shampoo, dermapen, dutasteride, and vitamins.

      community Ru58841 ruined my life. Here’s why.

      in Product  129 upvotes 2 years ago
      User experienced shortness of breath, high blood pressure, red eyes, and eye floaters after using RU58841 for hair loss. They warn others to avoid RU58841 and stick to finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride.

      community Nizoral ketaconazole any good for dht reduction

      in Ketoconazole  7 upvotes 3 years ago
      A 17-year-old is looking for alternatives to finasteride for DHT control to preserve hair, considering ketoconazole shampoo for its potential to inhibit 5AR and also thinking about using caffeine-containing shampoos like alpecin or watermans.

      community Extreme caution: my experience using Ru58841 only once

      in Treatment  8 upvotes 1 month ago
      An 18-year-old experienced severe side effects, including heart palpitations and high blood pressure, after using RU58841 once, leading to a referral to cardiology for suspected left ventricular hypertrophy. The user regrets using RU58841 and seeks advice on recovery, while others suggest preexisting conditions or genetic predispositions may be factors.

      community Passive/preventative anti-DHT haircare routine?

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 1 month ago
      The conversation discusses preventative hair care measures for hair loss, focusing on non-prescription treatments like rosemary, peppermint, castor oils, microneedling, and ketoconazole shampoo. It also touches on the use of finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841 for those experiencing hair loss.

      community Does microneedling cause hair to break or fall off?

      in Microneedling  8 upvotes 2 months ago
      Microneedling can potentially damage hair if not done carefully, with suggestions to press instead of roll and to use a pen. It's recommended to microneedle once a week at 1.5mm and wait 24 hours before applying Minoxidil to avoid unwanted absorption.

      community Need motivation, can’t live normally

      in Treatment  10 upvotes 7 months ago
      A 20-year-old experiencing hair thinning became depressed and sought treatment. The new dermatologist prescribed a routine including topical minoxidil, finasteride, derma stamping, Nizoral shampoo, rosemary oil, and scalp massages.

      community Getting dutasteride in germany

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  18 upvotes 7 months ago
      You can get dutasteride in Germany through the Teleclinic app, which sends a prescription to a nearby pharmacy. It costs around 18-19 euros for the prescription and 47 euros for 90 pills of Avodart 0.5.

      community A telehealth service you should check out for finasteride.

      in Chat  7 upvotes 8 months ago
      A user shared their positive experience with the telehealth service DocBright, highlighting its affordability and effectiveness in prescribing finasteride, oral minoxidil, and ketoconazole. They noted the service's unique ability to provide a prescription at age 17 but criticized the unprofessional communication with the dermatologist.

      community Blood test and low vitamine D what now ?

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 11 months ago
      A 20-year-old with thinning hair has low vitamin D and normal testosterone. They are prescribed oral minoxidil and vitamin D, and are questioning if finasteride is also necessary.

      community How Legit is Cortina Health for hair loss treatment.

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user sought treatment for hair loss through Cortina Health, where they were prescribed a specific topical solution containing Finasteride, Minoxidil, and Retinoic Acid. They are unsure if this unique combination is better than generic products and are seeking advice on whether to trust Cortina Health.

      community Should I start with finasteride?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  14 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 28-year-old male is experiencing severe hair loss and is considering finasteride after his doctor prescribed hair growth serum, minoxidil, and Boost solution. Some suggest consulting another doctor for a finasteride prescription, while others share personal success with finasteride.

      community Vitamin Deficiency: “Severely” Low on Vitamin D

      in Update  15 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user experiencing significant hair loss found they had a severe vitamin D deficiency and was prescribed 50,000IU vitamin D pills, likely to be taken weekly. They are questioning if the deficiency could be the cause of their hair loss and if correcting it could stop the shedding and improve hair recovery.

      community Rant: Rejected request for fin YET AGAIN, guess DIY is my only option 🙃

      in Female  29 upvotes 1 year ago
      A woman has been struggling with hair loss for over 12 years and is frustrated with doctors refusing to prescribe finasteride due to potential birth defects and unproven breast cancer risk. She's considering self-treatment or permanent birth control, after being offered only minoxidil, PRP therapy, and weaker natural supplements like Saw Palmetto.

      community Derms are so useless, how did they even get to be in these positions with all these academic years when random internet dwellers know more than them?

      in Chat  101 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about frustration with dermatologists not effectively treating hair loss and the difficulty in obtaining prescriptions for Minoxidil and Finasteride. Some users suggest seeing specialists or general practitioners for hair loss treatment, while others share their own experiences with dermatologists and the importance of doing personal research.

      community My dad says this is “a mircule”

      in Is this regrowth?  513 upvotes 1 week ago
      A 31-year-old user experienced hair regrowth and no side effects after switching from finasteride to dutasteride and using minoxidil foam daily. They reported improved hair retention and shared their treatment routine, including a prescription for dutasteride and the use of minoxidil, while humorously discussing side effects and personal experiences.

      community 5 Months Minoxidil (and ~1.5 Years Fin/Dut)

      in Progress Pictures  585 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth after switching from finasteride to dutasteride and from topical to oral minoxidil, despite some patchiness along the hairline. The user reduced the oral minoxidil dose due to low blood pressure concerns.

      community Pyrilutamide for non-5AR users?

      in Treatment  7 upvotes 2 months 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 How Dangerous is Oral Min Really?

      in Minoxidil  26 upvotes 2 months ago
      Oral minoxidil is generally effective for hair loss but may cause side effects like heart palpitations and facial puffiness. Users highlight the importance of monitoring blood pressure due to potential cardiovascular risks.

      community Going to start my Min/Fin journey!

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  5 upvotes 2 months ago
      The conversation is about starting a hair loss treatment with oral and topical Minoxidil, 1mg Finasteride, and a Biotin supplement. The user is advised to start with the prescribed 1mg Finasteride and lower the dose if side effects occur.

      community Dr. Bloxham Final verteporfin update

      in Research/Science  57 upvotes 3 months ago
      Verteporfin is being explored for its potential to improve hair transplant outcomes by reducing scarring and increasing donor hair follicles. There is skepticism about the results, with some claiming misleading presentation of evidence.