Minoxidil alone may not stop hairloss. Finasteride is recommended for androgenic alopecia, as minoxidil doesn't prevent DHT from miniaturizing hair follicles.
Finasteride can reduce DHT in the genitalia, potentially causing side effects like reduced erections and penile fibrosis. Using PDE5 inhibitors like Tadalafil or Sildenafil may help maintain penile health and prevent fibrosis.
People on testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) with aggressive androgenetic alopecia (AGA) discuss using Dutasteride or Finasteride, sometimes combined with topical treatments like RU58841 or CB-03-01 (Breezula), to preventhairloss. Concerns about side effects and costs of certain treatments are mentioned, with one individual sharing their experience of slowed hairloss using Finasteride alone.
A female user's diagnosis of androgenetic alopecia, and the advice shared in response which suggests taking spironolactone and minoxidil together to preventhairloss.
User tried cheap hair fibers from Amazon, significantly improved appearance of thinning hair. Fixing spray recommended to prevent fibers from blowing off.
The user is using RU58841, finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil to slow down aggressive hairloss but is still experiencing hair shedding due to high testosterone levels. They plan to use ostarine to lower testosterone and preventhairloss while maintaining muscle mass, and will continue using the other treatments.
A group buy for testing a compound targeting Twist1 protein as a potential hairloss treatment. Inhibiting Twist1, which keeps hair follicles in growth phase, may preventhairloss with minimal side effects.
Oral minoxidil may improve hair growth, reduce arterial stiffness, and prevent other health issues. Some users believe it is an effective treatment despite concerns about its effects on skin and blood.
The conversation is about using another shampoo after Nizoral to improve hair appearance without reducing ketoconazole's efficacy. Users also discuss adding coconut oil to Nizoral to preventhair dryness.
The conversation discusses concerns that Minoxidil may cause skin aging, like collagen depletion and puffier faces. Some users suggest that a good skincare routine or collagen supplements might prevent these effects.
Safflower oil is suggested as an alternative to minoxidil for hair growth, with benefits including scalp conditioning and hair strength enhancement. Studies indicate it may also reverse scalp dermatitis, alopecia, and prevent premature grayness.
People are discussing ketoconazole shampoos that don't dry out hair, with suggestions including using it as a topical treatment, switching to T-Sal, and using moisturizing products like hyaluronic acid serum and biotin conditioner. Regenepure DR is confirmed to still contain ketoconazole, and some users recommend using moisturizing shampoos and conditioners to prevent dryness.
A user is quitting ketoconazole shampoo, believing it worsened their hair condition, and plans to use clarifying, keratin, and pH balanced moisturizing shampoos instead. Another user suggests using conditioner after ketoconazole to prevent dryness.
A 38-year-old woman has been using oral Dutasteride for a year without improvement and is now adding a topical solution containing Minoxidil, Dutasteride, Tretinoin, Ketoconazole, and Hydrocortisone. She is seeking advice on whether switching from oral to topical Dutasteride could preventhair shedding.
People regret not starting hairloss treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride earlier, as they've lost significant hair by waiting. Some experienced side effects like itchy nipples or increased libido, but overall, they wish they had acted sooner to preventhairloss.
The user shared a 6-month update on their hairloss treatment, using finasteride/minoxidil gel, ketoconazole shampoo, thickening shampoo and conditioner, and topical minoxidil. They wash their hair three times a week and switched to a less oily topical foam. Other users commented on their hairstyle, advising against it to prevent traction alopecia.
The post discusses a 21-year-old male's successful hair regrowth after 80 days using 0.5mg of oral finasteride daily, 1ml of Minoxidil twice a day, and a 0.25mm derma roller twice a week. The comments encourage him to maintain the regimen to preventhairloss again.
The user shared their 5-year hairloss journey, initially using a product called Triphasic Progressive by Rene Furterer, which gave good results. Later, they switched to FDA-approved medications finasteride and minoxidil, which also helped, but they noticed the most significant progress with Triphasic. They're considering trying it again if minoxidil doesn't show improvements.
The conversation discusses preventative hair care measures for hairloss, 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 hairloss.
A 31-year-old started taking finasteride 1mg daily to address hairloss, hoping for stronger and thicker hair. They have not experienced any side effects so far and shared before pictures for comparison.
The conversation is about making topical finasteride using stemoxydine as a carrier. The user is considering buying Redken Cerafill Hair Re-Densifying Treatment (Stemoxydine) 90ml for this purpose.
The conversation is about the effectiveness of Fluridil (Eucapil) for hairloss compared to RU58841, with the original poster considering Fluridil a safer and potentially more effective alternative.
Female, 28, losing hair since 17, using 200mg Spiro. Tried Minoxidil and ketoconazole with limited success, considering oral minox and seeking alternative treatments from cosmetic dermatologist.
Researching and developing an effective local antagonist to block the androgen receptors for hairloss, as opposed to using DHT synthesis inhibitors that lower serum DHT levels. Several treatments such as CosmeRNA and Pyrilutamide are currently in development or undergoing trials.
Stefano, a 20-year-old male, experienced significant hairline shedding and thinning after using topical Minoxidil, along with rosemary/jojoba oil, biotin tablets, caffeine shampoo, and a dermaroller. He is uncertain whether to continue the treatment in hopes of regrowth or stop and potentially return to his original hair condition, while a reply suggests using finasteride or dutasteride to address the underlying cause of hairloss.
Dr. Kang-Yell Choi's company, CK Regeon, is developing a drug called KY19382 for hair regeneration, which involves creating fine wounds to activate stem cells. The drug is in the formulation development stage, targeting markets like the US and Korea.
Reducing DHT in the scalp is ideal for hair retention, with topical finasteride and dutasteride being common treatments. Some users report side effects like reduced libido, while others experiment with higher doses for regrowth.
The user shared positive progress in hair regrowth using dutasteride, topical minoxidil, and Keeps shampoo, with a unique minoxidil application schedule and glycolic acid exfoliation to maintain scalp health. They reported no side effects from dutasteride and are pleased with the results.
A person improved hairloss from Norwood 3 to Norwood 2 using a topical formula with minoxidil, dutasteride, and tretinoin, plus oral minoxidil and red light therapy. There is skepticism about the treatment's effectiveness and concerns about misleading comparison photos.