The user healthydudenextdoor starting a new topical anti-androgen hairloss treatment, Pyrilutamide, and discussing their current regimen of finasteride and minoxidil.
The conversation is about frustration with dermatologists not effectively treating hairloss and the difficulty in obtaining prescriptions for Minoxidil and Finasteride. Some users suggest seeing specialists or general practitioners for hairloss treatment, while others share their own experiences with dermatologists and the importance of doing personal research.
User experienced major hair fall after six months of using minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride. Replies suggest the hairshedding is normal and will improve over time.
A 23-year-old man shared his one-year progress using finasteride for hairloss, 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.
The user shared progress pictures after 4.5 months of using 0.5 mg finasteride and 2.5 mg minoxidil daily for hairloss, considering increasing the finasteride dose after 6 months. Some attribute the improvement to the hair transplant, while others inquire about changes in crown density.
A 25-year-old who started losing hair at 16 and reached almost NW7 by 20 saw hair regrowth using a regimen including dutasteride, minoxidil, nizoral, and a dermaroller, along with supplements like biotin, zinc, and omega-3. After initial success, they experienced shedding, added more supplements and treatments, and sought advice on whether to continue; responses encouraged them to persist as shedding is often part of the hair regrowth cycle.
Some people respond better to minoxidil due to higher enzyme levels converting it to its active form. Minoxidil helps with hair regrowth but doesn't prevent hairloss; finasteride and other DHT inhibitors are needed for that.
Discussing results, side effects and potential sources of pyrilutamide for hairloss treatment alongside RU58841 and other treatments such as Minoxidil and finasteride.
A 19-year-old user discusses using finasteride and switching from procapil to minoxidil, experiencing hairshedding and considering stopping minoxidil due to cost and effectiveness concerns. A reply suggests discontinuing minoxidil and continuing with finasteride alone.
A user's 12 month progress on finasteride and 10 months of microneedling for hairloss treatment, which has resulted in improved temple areas with no side effects from the finasteride. They have not used minoxidil yet but are considering it for further gains. DHT blocking drugs such as finasteride and dutasteride are recommended to maintain regrowth results.
If oral minoxidil 2.5mg and finasteride 1mg fail after a year, some suggest trying dutasteride. Hairshedding can be normal in the first year, and real changes often occur between 9 months to a year.
A user is considering starting finasteride after quitting minoxidil due to scalp inflammation, despite ongoing hairshedding and a worsening crown area. Another user suggests taking finasteride in the morning to minimize focus on potential side effects like slightly decreased libido.
Dutasteride is generally considered more effective than finasteride for hair regrowth and thickening, despite some negative anecdotal reports. Users report thicker hair and better skin with dutasteride, and some believe negative reviews are due to advanced alopecia or impatience with the shedding process.
A 32-year-old male with diffuse thinning and seborrheic dermatitis has been using finasteride for 8 months without improvement. He is considering COQ10 + PQQ supplements for scalp inflammation and hairloss.
A 25-year-old man has been using topical minoxidil 5%, oral finasteride 1mg, and microneedling for hairloss treatment for 14, 9, and 8 weeks respectively. He experienced watery semen after starting finasteride, but it normalized after a few days with no other side effects.
A user shared their positive 6-month experience using Hims finasteride and minoxidil spray for hairloss, with others discussing the effectiveness and side effects of topical treatments. Instructions on how to use the spray were also provided.
A 19-year-old man is happy with his hair regrowth after 5 months of using finasteride and minoxidil, and he also found a supportive girlfriend while dealing with hairloss and acne. He emphasizes patience and taking progress photos for those struggling with similar issues.
A 30-year-old uses Dutasteride, Minoxidil, biotin, dermarolling, Anaphase+ shampoo, and Nizoral for hairloss. Some commenters question the need for such extensive treatment given the minimal hairloss.
The conversation discusses HMI-115, a potential cure for hairloss. Users share mixed opinions, with some expressing skepticism and others sharing anecdotal evidence of its effectiveness, including photos of significant hair regrowth from a trial participant.
The post and conversation are about a user's progress with microneedling and minoxidil for hairloss. The user is happy with the progress and plans to continue with the treatment, without using finasteride.
This conversation is about a user's progress pictures after 10 months of using the hairloss treatments finasteride and minoxidil. Other users responded with compliments and questions about the dosage used.
The post and conversation are about the role of the enzyme 3alpha-hydroxysteroid reductase in hairloss and the potential of compounds like procyanidin B2 and sulforaphane to boost its activity for hair regrowth. Further research is needed to develop effective treatments based on this theory.
The user tried Finasteride, Dutasteride, Minoxidil, RU58841, dermarolling, and oral castor oil for hairloss. They found RU58841 and Minoxidil most effective with no side effects, while Finasteride and Dutasteride caused sexual side effects.
A user applied a homemade topical finasteride solution daily for 35 days, reducing hairshedding significantly with minimal side effects. They plan to continue for 90 days and will provide further updates.
A user, 18, is considering switching from topical finasteride (0.025%) and minoxidil to dutasteride due to continued hairshedding. Other users shared their experiences with dutasteride, noting potential benefits and risks, including reduced sperm count.
User is impressed with 3-month progress using Hims oral finasteride, minoxidil, and biotin. Encouragement to view hairloss treatment as a long-term strategy.
A user is considering using RU58841 for female pattern baldness and is also planning to use Minoxidil. They are hesitant to ask their doctor for spironolactone due to its cosmetic nature and are experiencing significant hairloss possibly due to stress and hormonal issues.
The conversation is about someone inquiring if anyone has tried Olumiant or its active ingredient, Baricitinib, for hairloss, mentioning the cost and that they have ordered Baricitinib.
Asteride into your routine
In this conversation, the user Icy-Indication267 was asking when they should start finasteride to treat their hairloss, which had responded well to minoxidil after two months. Other users shared advice on incorporating micro-needling and topical finasteride into their routine for optimal results.
The group buy for CB-03-01, a topical anti-androgen for hairloss, was postponed and refunded due to issues with the product's form and solubility. The product, also known as Breezula, is an alternative to finasteride with fewer side effects, but its official release is delayed until 2021.