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GlossaryTacrolimus (Prograf)

immunosuppressive drug used to treat eczema and prevent organ rejection

Tacrolimus is an immunosuppressive medication commonly used to prevent organ transplant rejection and to treat certain skin conditions like eczema and psoriasis. It works by inhibiting the activity of T-cells, which are part of the immune system, thereby reducing inflammation and immune responses. In dermatology, it is often available as a topical ointment under the brand name Protopic.

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community My 12-step program for hair-regrowth

in Treatment 3 upvotes 1 year ago

A 28-year-old male shares his 12-step hair regrowth routine, including finasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, LLLT, dermarolling, various shampoos, supplements, and a healthy diet. He seeks advice on microneedling frequency and mentions experiencing lowered libido and occasional scalp inflammation.

community Should I dedicate my university studies to solving hair loss?

in Research/Science 373 upvotes 1 year ago

A 20 year old male who is balding and considering switching to a biology/chemistry program in order to find a low-cost, accessible solution for hair loss. Replies discuss the merits of this idea as well as potential treatments such as Minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, TM5614, and ADQ.

community 3 month progress NW5 -- lost cause?

in Progress Pictures 21 upvotes 1 year ago

A user is treating their advanced hair loss with a regimen including topical finasteride, minoxidil, hydrocortisone, stem cell serum, peptide serum, multivitamins, he shou wu tea, derma pen, argan oil, and a derma roller. Replies suggest it's too early to judge progress and recommend staying consistent, with one suggesting oral minoxidil as an additional option.

community Calecim (PTT-6) Advanced Hair System with Topical Exosomes and Growth Factors for Hair Growth

in Treatment 1 week ago

Calecim (PTT-6) Advanced Hair System is a 6-week hair restoration product using stem cell-derived ingredients to stimulate hair growth. Users are skeptical, calling it overpriced and ineffective, suggesting alternatives like LLLT devices or PRP treatments.

community Going to try and reverse MPB naturally.

in Treatment 55 upvotes 2 years ago

A user is trying to reverse male pattern baldness (MPB) naturally by taking high doses of Vitamin D, improving diet, exercising, reducing stress, and other lifestyle changes, but plans to use finasteride if no results are seen in 60 days. Other users are skeptical, advising medical treatments like finasteride and warning against potential vitamin D overdose and the ineffectiveness of natural remedies for genetic hair loss.

community My doctor lowered my Minoxidil from 5mg to 2.5mg

in Minoxidil 71 upvotes 1 month ago

A user discussed their doctor lowering their Minoxidil dose from 5mg to 2.5mg, expressing concerns about losing hair gains. Other users suggested that 2.5mg is safer long-term and speculated the doctor is being cautious about side effects.

community Amplifica AMP-303 study results are expected late this summer

in Research/Science 15 upvotes 2 months ago

Results for Amplifica's AMP-303 hair loss treatment study are expected late summer 2024. The study, fully enrolled in Q1 2024, focuses on safety and tolerability.

community Why is nobody studying the difference between donor and balding hair?

in Chat 89 upvotes 4 months ago

The conversation discusses why the difference between donor and balding hair isn't studied more to find a cure for hair loss. Treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

community Dermatologist keeps stressing on diet and vitamins - are they that crucial?

in Treatment 2 upvotes 4 months ago

The conversation is about a user experiencing increased hair loss after altering their treatment routine of oral dutasteride and topical minoxidil. The dermatologist emphasized the importance of diet and vitamins, but the user is skeptical given their healthy lifestyle.

community Microneedling on oral fin only?

in Microneedling 6 upvotes 6 months ago

Microneedling may have benefits for hair loss even if only using oral finasteride without minoxidil. The effectiveness of microneedling without minoxidil is debated.

community Nine Month Progress: Bless The Person Who Developed Finasteride And Minoxidil (20M)

in Progress Pictures 594 upvotes 10 months ago

A user shared a nine-month hair regrowth progress using 5mg oral Minoxidil and 1.25mg oral Finasteride daily, with noticeable improvement and no side effects, despite a high-protein diet, occasional smoking, and regular exercise. They also mentioned using keto shampoo and having naturally increased body hair by about 10%.

community Progress after about a year (13 months min 9 months fin and keto shampoo)

in Progress Pictures 113 upvotes 1 year ago

User experienced regrowth and thicker hair after using Minoxidil, Finasteride, and Keto shampoo for about a year. They also mentioned using 5% topical Minoxidil, 1mg oral Finasteride, and vitamin D.

community 4 Month Update on Pyrilutamide

in Update 11 upvotes 1 year ago

Hair loss treatment with Pyrilutamide, Minoxidil, and Finasteride showed improvement after 4 months. Shedding reduced, hair feels stronger and healthier, with no side effects.

community 6 month results on topical min, oral fin, and microneedling

in Progress Pictures 702 upvotes 1 year ago

A user (Majestic-Head3874) who has had successful hair regrowth with the combination of topical minoxidil, oral finasteride and microneedling treatments. People are asking for details about these treatments and Majestic-Head3874 is sharing the regimen they used.

community TIL you can buy minoxidil , finasteride , dutastaeide and all other generic medicines on jan aushadhi kendra at a subsidized rate in India

in Chat 11 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation discusses buying minoxidil, finasteride, and other generic hair loss treatments at subsidized rates in India, and mentions that vitamins and minerals for hair growth are also available without a prescription. Some users view the post as an advertisement and note that these products can be purchased from other sources like alldaychemist without a prescription.

community An Interesting Study With a Decent Sample Size Finding Caffeine Liquid to Have Similar Effectiveness to Minoxidil

in Minoxidil 8 upvotes 5 years ago

Caffeine liquid may be as effective as Minoxidil for hair loss and could be used together for added benefits. However, the credibility of the research is questionable due to potential bias, as the study was sponsored by a company that sells caffeine solution and was not double-blind.

community Amplifica’s AMP-303 Study Unveils New Hope for Hair Loss Treatments

in Treatment 33 upvotes 2 days ago

AMP-303, a new injectable treatment for androgenetic alopecia, showed promising results in increasing hair count and density with minimal side effects. The treatment demonstrated significant hair regrowth and durability, offering new hope for those with hair loss.

community What brand of Dutasteride should I buy?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 16 upvotes 1 month ago

A user asked about the difference between two brands of Dutasteride on Oxford Online Pharmacy. Replies indicated no difference besides the brand name, and one user found Dutasteride more effective than Finasteride.

community Dad progress after 4 months of minox and 3 of fin

in Is this regrowth? 185 upvotes 1 month ago

A user shared their dad's hair regrowth progress after 4 months of Minoxidil and 3 months of finasteride, showing significant improvement. The dad reported no lasting side effects.

community 3 month progress on Manual combi fin/min pill

in Progress Pictures 19 upvotes 3 months ago

A user shared their 3-month progress using a combined finasteride and minoxidil pill for hair loss, noting early signs of regrowth. They also use biotin shampoo/conditioner, take Vyvanse and Propranolol, and bleach/dye their hair every 3 weeks.

community Is anyone using melatonin for hair loss?

in Research/Science 9 upvotes 3 months ago

Melatonin is being discussed as a potential treatment for hair loss, with questions about its effectiveness and whether it should be used topically or orally. No specific conclusions or personal experiences were shared.

community I wanted to thank this sub for helping getting my hair back

in Progress Pictures 1726 upvotes 5 months ago

A user shared progress pictures showing hair regrowth after using 1mg finasteride daily, minoxidil foam twice daily, and dermarolling once a week for a year. Some commenters are skeptical about the authenticity of the before and after photos, joking about changes in appearance and questioning if it's the same person.

community Minoxidil 4 months progress (twice a day )

in Progress Pictures 417 upvotes 5 months ago

A user shared a 4-month progress picture using Minoxidil twice daily and dermarolling once a week for hair loss. They plan to start finasteride soon and have experienced dry scalp and itching from the treatment.

community For those that have used anti androgens what is your experience?

in Research/Science 15 upvotes 6 months ago

People discussed their experiences with anti-androgens for hair loss, mentioning side effects like chest pains with RU58841 and skepticism due to lack of safety data, while considering Fluridil as a potential addition to treatment. Some users expressed reluctance to use these chemicals.

community Hims results - the new spray with minoxidil did the trick for me.

in Progress Pictures 99 upvotes 6 months ago

A user shared progress pictures showing significant hair improvement using a Hims spray containing minoxidil and finasteride, along with biotin gummies and alternating shampoo and conditioner. Other users noted similar positive results with the Hims brand and discussed the importance of consistency over time.

community [23M] Started Sep 14, 1mg Fin, 2x Min per day. Ur all right, wish I started sooner!

in Progress Pictures 143 upvotes 8 months ago

A 23-year-old started using 1mg Finasteride and Minoxidil twice daily on September 14 and saw positive results without side effects, boosting confidence and gym performance. They asked if switching from generic Finasteride to Propecia-brand would cause any changes.

community Low level chronic allergies and hair loss

in Research/Science 5 upvotes 8 months ago

Hair loss can be influenced by chronic low-level allergies, and treatments like fexofenadine or topical cetirizine may help with regrowth. The user avoids finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil, and has tried Regenera Activa and PRF sessions.

community Will vellus hairs in thinning areas go terminal if you go all out?

in Transgender 9 upvotes 9 months ago

A trans woman is using finasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, and HRT to address hair loss, with noticeable improvement in hairline shape and presence of vellus hairs. She is considering hair transplants if these treatments don't yield desired results within a year or two.

community 4/5 months in going to Saudi for umrah. (Going bald)

in Progress Pictures 61 upvotes 9 months ago

A user is excited to shave their head for a pilgrimage to Saudi Arabia after seeing hair regrowth from using finasteride, minoxidil, Nizoral, and a derma roller. Others in the conversation offer prayers and discuss the religious aspects of shaving for the pilgrimage.

community 2 and a half years progress and update

in Progress Pictures 314 upvotes 10 months ago

After 2.5 years of using 1mg finasteride daily, 5% minoxidil foam twice daily, and weekly micro-needling, the user reports thicker, healthier hair without further loss. They noticed initial regrowth at 3 months, with significant improvement up to 18 months, and no negative side effects from the treatment.