Finasteride can be taken with or without food, but taking it with coffee on an empty stomach might cause diarrhea. It's generally safe to take finasteride at any time of the day.
The conversation is about styling products for thinning hair, with suggestions including shear revival northern lights paste, salt water, and Aveda mousse. The original poster uses oral minoxidil for hair loss.
A 15% discount is offered on hair research products like RU58841 and TEMPOL at Chemyo.com. The legality of selling these compounds is confirmed by the seller.
A user has been using sublingual minoxidil for hair loss due to difficulty obtaining pills and is concerned about cancer risk from ethanol exposure. Other users advise against this method, suggesting topical application instead, and debate the potential risks of ingesting topical minoxidil.
The conversation humorously discusses hair loss treatments, mentioning spironolactone and cyproterone acetate. It reflects a sense of frustration and satire about the effectiveness of these treatments.
OP is looking for ethanol to make a topical finasteride solution for hair loss treatment. Users suggest using Everclear or Spirytus as alternatives for ethanol.
Minoxidil can cause facial bloat, which some users manage by adjusting sodium intake or using it only on the scalp. Alternatives like finasteride or dutasteride are suggested for those concerned about facial changes.
A user seeks advice on supplements to counteract libido and erection issues while taking Finasteride. Suggested supplements include Zinc, Maca, L-Arginine, L-Citrulline, Ginseng, Ginkgo, Ashwagandha, and Boron.
The conversation discusses adjusting the isopropyl alcohol, propylene glycol, and water ratios in a topical finasteride solution for better scalp comfort and less dandruff. The user considers using 20ml IPA, 25ml PG, and 15ml water in a 60ml bottle, moving away from mixing finasteride with topical minoxidil.
A new hair growth product claims to use apple stem cells, plant collagen, and bamboo leaf extract, with a 120-day money-back guarantee. Some users are skeptical, noting the product's marketing alongside other treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and red light therapy.
A user shared their experience using 2-deoxy-D-ribose (2dDR) for hair regrowth, noting early positive results without side effects, alongside their long-term use of minoxidil and finasteride. They mentioned 2dDR's potential effectiveness in boosting blood flow to hair follicles and its availability online.
The conversation discusses two methods for making topical finasteride: using ethanol and propylene glycol or mixing it with topical minoxidil. The focus is on solubility and absorption, with a suggestion to crush pills finely and possibly mix with minoxidil at a slightly elevated temperature.
Stemoxydine is available in L'Oréal's Serioxyl and Dercos Neogenic products, which can be found on Amazon, Ulta, or L'Oréal's website. A user is selling three bottles of L'Oréal Stemoxydine.
Rice water was used as a hair treatment and showed noticeable results in a week, more than finasteride used for seven months. The user plans to continue using rice water and might stop finasteride, while still using ketoconazole for dandruff.
An individual is seeking options for topical finasteride and minoxidil in Australia, considering products from Medicii Labs and exploring other suppliers. They plan to use a derma roller and caffeine + yerba mate hair wash alongside these treatments.
The user is using 0.1% dutasteride, 1% minoxidil with 2% procapil and 0.005% caffeine in the morning, and 1% minoxidil with 2% procapil and 0.01% tretinoin at night. They are concerned about the solution vehicle's effectiveness in preventing systemic absorption and ensuring the products stay around the hair follicles.
The user is already using topical finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss and is considering adding topical caffeine. They are seeking opinions on the effectiveness of topical caffeine.
The user is using spironolactone for AGA and is concerned about obtaining it in the U.S. without a prescription. They are seeking advice on how to get a prescription in the U.S. as an immigrant.
Liposomal carriers for topical finasteride offer better targeting, reduced side effects, and less irritation compared to alcohol-based solutions, but availability and cost may limit their use. Minoxidil can dissolve in liposomal carriers, enhancing delivery and stability.
The conversation is about a user considering Dr. Groot shampoo for hair loss while already using oral minoxidil, finasteride (transitioning to dutasteride), and birth control. The user is curious about the potential benefits of caffeine in the shampoo for pattern baldness.
The conversation discusses using stemoxydine as a carrier for RU58841 and the search for affordable, premixed PG+E. Minoxidil is considered as an alternative, but simplicity is preferred.
A user experienced facial swelling while taking spironolactone for androgenic alopecia, despite its diuretic properties. They are unsure about increasing the dose due to this side effect.
Mixing spironolactone with minoxidil for hair loss is questioned, but concerns are raised about spironolactone's side effects, especially for men. RU58841 is suggested as a better alternative for topical use.
A user is seeking topical versions of minoxidil and finasteride in Australia that do not contain propylene glycol. They are looking for alternatives due to potential irritation from propylene glycol.
A user tried a Carbonic Acid shampoo to improve Minoxidil absorption for hair loss, but others suggested it might be ineffective due to enzyme issues. Alternatives like tretinoin and other Minoxidil solutions were discussed as potentially more effective options.
Foam minoxidil is more expensive because it dries faster and doesn't leave residue, unlike liquid minoxidil. Some users suggest using oral minoxidil for convenience and cost-effectiveness.
Mixing topical solutions like Morr F 10% (Minoxidil) and L'Oreal Seryoxyl (Stemoxydine) before application may not reduce their effectiveness. The goal is to apply treatments all at once instead of multiple times a day.
The ineffectiveness of Strut Health's dutasteride capsules, which are filled with raw powder instead of liquid and don't contain any buffering agents that would allow for absorption into the bloodstream. It is suggested to use other brands of liquid-filled dutasteride capsules for better results.
The conversation is about temporary hair thickening solutions, with suggestions including volumizing mousse, sea salt spray, Aveda thickening paste, tinted dry shampoo, and cold water rinses. The user is already using oral Minoxidil, Dutasteride, and keto shampoo, and has had a hair transplant.