Minoxidil is highly toxic to pets, especially cats and dogs, even in small amounts. Many users have switched to oral minoxidil to prevent accidental exposure to their pets.
There is no natural way to stop hair loss; pharmaceuticals like minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 are the only effective treatments. Some users report success with minoxidil and microneedling, while others discuss the side effects of finasteride.
Taking topical minoxidil orally for hair loss treatment, discussing safety, dosing, side effects, and FAQs. Users express concerns about safety and potential heart damage, while others share experiences and results.
The conversation highlights the general public's lack of knowledge about hair loss, with various ineffective remedies suggested, such as not wearing hats or using hair fibers. The only effective treatments mentioned for male pattern baldness are medications like minoxidil and finasteride, and hair transplants.
Many are unaware of effective male pattern baldness treatments like finasteride and minoxidil, often opting for ineffective remedies. Educating others on proven treatments and potential side effects is crucial.
The user applies Rogaine foam, Toppik hair fibers, and Tresemme mousse to improve hair appearance and has restarted finasteride after a year off. They are considering a hair transplant and are working on self-esteem related to hair loss.
A bald groom was beaten by the family of the bride for wearing a wig. The conversation discusses the cultural stigma around baldness in India and the consequences of deception in arranged marriages.
Treatments used to prevent and treat male pattern baldness, the difficulty in finding a permanent cure for hair loss, and the potential financial motivations of companies not wanting to find a cure.
A 31-year-old male with low normal-range testosterone and DHT is experiencing significant hair loss from the front scalp. He has tried Minoxidil, vitamin D3 and B12 supplements, and exercises regularly but is still seeking the root cause and effective treatment.
Ketoconazole shampoos are primarily for dandruff and fungus but may aid hair growth slightly, though results are minor compared to finasteride and minoxidil. Users report it helps with scalp health and inflammation, but it can dry out hair if used too often.
The conversation is about a user seeking advice on adding GHK-Cu to RU58841 for hair loss treatment, while already using oral minoxidil, dutasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, and considering LLLT. They are unsure about the concentration and carrier solution for GHK-Cu.
Hydrocortisone is not recommended for long-term use on the scalp due to potential side effects like thinning and steroid-related issues. Alternatives like foam minoxidil or oral minoxidil are suggested, though foam may be less effective.
A user experienced hair shedding despite using natural remedies but saw improvement with topical finasteride and oral minoxidil. After stopping supplements like saw palmetto and pumpkin seed oil, shedding resumed, but combining them again with finasteride and minoxidil reduced shedding.
The conversation discusses a new model for understanding androgenetic alopecia (AGA), linking it to dietary and lifestyle factors similar to PCOS, and highlighting the role of DHT, vascular damage, and inflammation. Treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
A user's experience with hair loss, their attempts to treat it using topical minoxidil and finasteride, and other suggested treatments such as oral minoxidil and finasteride. Replies included advice against wasting time or money on scalp massages or oils.
An 18-year-old is considering starting minoxidil for hair loss due to a receding hairline but is hesitant about using finasteride due to age and lack of health insurance. A suggestion was made to use topical finasteride and minoxidil, along with lifestyle changes like exercise and cold showers.
A 25-year-old male is using topical minoxidil and plans to start finasteride and a keratin supplement to combat hair loss. He will document his progress with photos and track any side effects.
The user is using minoxidil, finasteride, Nizoral 2%, and microneedling for hair loss but finds Nizoral drying. They seek affordable shampoo and conditioner recommendations, with one reply suggesting baby shampoo for non-Nizoral days.
A 23-year-old man shared his one-year progress using finasteride for hair loss, starting with a lower dose due to side effects and gradually increasing to 1mg. He experienced manageable side effects and is considering adding minoxidil or switching to dutasteride in the future.
A user on dutasteride for hair loss noticed hair regrowth on their head but a significant reduction in body hair growth. They plan to switch to finasteride and dutasteride and are considering testosterone replacement therapy but are concerned about its effects on hair growth.
The user started taking 2.5mg minoxidil tablets daily and reduced their finasteride dose to 0.5mg due to side effects. They are considering a hair transplant but are unsure if they should proceed now or wait after seeing the effects of the reduced finasteride dosage.
The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, with users suggesting the use of finasteride daily, considering minoxidil for aggressive hair loss, and discussing the normalcy of shedding during treatment. Some users recommend adding Nizoral shampoo and switching to dutasteride for better results.
A 32-year-old male started taking 0.5mg of finasteride daily for hair thinning and, after 8 weeks, experienced a 70% reduction in DHT and an increase in estradiol; he is currently in the shedding phase of treatment and questioning if the dosage is correct based on his DHT levels. He began with a lower dose due to already low normal testosterone and DHT levels.
The conversation discusses the less impressive results of Pyrilutamide (kx-836) in phase 3 compared to phase 2, with a suggestion that a longer study might show more significant results. One user reports personal success with Pyrilutamide, experiencing no further hair loss and gradual regrowth.
The post discusses the completion of the HMI-115 Australian Phase 1 Trial for hair loss treatment. The user speculates about the potential early release of the trial results.
The conversation discusses potential vitamin deficiencies leading to hair loss, with a focus on Vitamin D and iron. Some individuals are using finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss, while others consider vitamin supplementation due to deficiencies.
A 16-year-old experiencing hair loss seeks treatment advice. They decide to start with Serioxyl, Ketoconazole shampoo, and Eucapil, considering Minoxidil and Finasteride for later use.
Accepting hair loss, and the use of medications such as finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling to treat it. The responses provide advice and personal experiences related to coping with hair loss.
Hair loss discussion mentions HMI-115 efficacy in 3 months after Phase II study. Users discuss treatment effectiveness and mention massive regrowth in previously bald areas.