Excess Vitamin A and topical retinoids can cause diffuse hair shedding. The user suspects their chronic telogen effluvium may be linked to using adapalene, a topical retinoid.
Tretinoin's effect on hair loss is debated; some say it improves minoxidil's effectiveness, while others claim it causes hair loss. Treatments discussed include tretinoin, minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, and dermarolling.
A user reports significantly reduced hair shedding by using a topical mixture containing 10% Minoxidil, 0.1% Melatonin, 5% Azelaic Acid, 5% Rosemary Oil, and 5% Peppermint Oil, and attributes the success mainly to Melatonin. They also use a copper peptide serum (AHK-Cu) for hair growth and Ketoconazole shampoo for scalp cleaning, but have stopped using other treatments like Finasteride and RU58841.
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 user experienced headaches and brain fog with a topical solution containing Dutasteride, Minoxidil, Tretinoin, Fluocinolone, Latanoprost, and Caffeine. They are considering switching to oral or topical Finasteride to see if it alleviates these side effects.
The conversation discusses improving a hair loss treatment stack without using Minoxidil. Microneedling is suggested, Alpecin is deemed ineffective, and there are concerns about the safety of Minoxidil compared to finasteride.
The post discusses the user's hair loss treatment involving daily use of 5% minoxidil, rosemary oil 2-3 times a week, derma-rolling twice a week, and daily vitamin D. A reply suggests the user to start using finasteride before hair falls out.
The user does not respond well to minoxidil and is seeking an alternative to Tretinoin to upregulate sulfurtransferase activity for hair loss treatment. No specific alternative treatments were mentioned.
The user experienced significant hair shedding in the second week of using pyrilutamide, more so than with finasteride and minoxidil, and reported a headache after the first application. They believe the treatment may be working but acknowledge it's too early to confirm results.
The conversation discusses using homemade topical finasteride for hair loss, showing an increase in DHT levels despite treatment. The user applies 0.125mg daily, resulting in 113.4% of previous DHT levels.
Topical minoxidil being a difficult product to apply, with users considering finasteride, RU58841, and oral minoxidil as alternative treatments for diffuse thinning hair. Other advice includes shaving the head in the first 3 months of using minoxidil and finding ways to apply it without saturating the hair.
Treatments for hair loss, with the user considering Pyrilutamide and RU58841 as options. It is noted that although Pyrilutamide has been studied more and is allegedly more effective, there are doubts about its authenticity in the market. KX-826 is suggested as an alternative as it has a stronger effect than RU58841 and there is scientific research on it.
Hair loss treatments, specifically about the effectiveness of RU58841 compared to Pyrilutamide. Molecular weights and side effects were discussed in terms of efficacy and cost-effectiveness.
This conversation discussed the potential for a hair loss treatment alternative to minoxidil, with many users debating the economic and health implications of such an option. Some suggested that finasteride could be used as an alternative, while others argued that this would ultimately not benefit pharmaceutical companies due to their reliance on planned obsolescence.
The user has been using minoxidil for hair loss and is considering trying a compounded topical treatment with 0.1% dutasteride, minoxidil, tretinoin, collagen, and silicon, as recommended by a trichologist. They learned that dutasteride might be more effective than finasteride and are seeking opinions on the use of topical dutasteride.
AltruisticBro's experience with Fluridil (Eucapil) as a hair loss treatment, and the current blood work results associated with it. They are not willing to take finasteride due to potential permanent side effects.
The conversation is about using valproic acid, an anti-seizure medication, as a topical treatment to promote hair growth. The original poster is seeking personal experiences from those who have tried this method.
The user plans to dermaroll and use minoxidil for hair loss over the next 4 months, documenting progress monthly. They will also consider finasteride later and include vitamins, a custom shampoo, castor oil, scalp massages, and increased water intake in their regimen.
The user is trying to maximize minoxidil's effectiveness by applying it for only one hour to avoid spreading it to furniture and pets, especially cats. They experience side effects when combining minoxidil with dermarolling and are considering alternatives like oral minoxidil or microneedling.
Alcohol-based minoxidil absorbs better but can cause irritation; non-alcohol-based is gentler. Topical dutasteride shows promise but needs more research; low-dose oral minoxidil (0.25 mg/day) is effective with fewer side effects. Ingredients like Procapil, Redensyl, caffeine, and Anagain in shampoos have limited evidence; ketoconazole shampoo can help when used 2-3 times a week with other treatments.
A video suggests 0.6mm microneedling is more effective for hair regrowth than 1.2mm, as it causes less trauma to stem cells. People commonly believe 1.5mm is best, but this may vary based on individual factors.
Kintor Pharma completed patient enrollment for a Phase II trial in China for GT20029, a potential new treatment for hair loss. Some believe GT20029 could replace finasteride if effective, while others discuss finasteride's limited efficacy and potential underreported side effects.
A user shared a six-month update on hair improvement using Pyrilutamide and Minoxidil, noting significant hair regrowth and strength. Some participants questioned the legitimacy of the results and the source of Pyrilutamide.
The effectiveness of Dutasteride compared to Finasteride in treating hair loss, with evidence given such as studies and experiences, as well as discussion around whether one should switch from Finasteride to Dutasteride. There is also a discussion on post-Dutasteride syndrome.
Oral minoxidil treatment increased hair density and shaft caliber in AGA patients. Side effects included hypertrichosis and lower extremity edema, with younger patients experiencing fewer side effects.
Whether using both Fluridil and Alfatradiol together could be more effective than either one alone as a hair loss treatment, given their different mechanisms of action.
The regimen for hair loss includes topical finasteride, clascoterone, tretinoin, minoxidil, oral saw palmetto, beta-sitosterol, vitamin D, microneedling, and anti-fungal shampoo. Expected benefits are increased hair growth and density, with considerations for potential skin irritation and interactions between treatments.
The user noticed baby hairs after using minoxidil for two years, along with daily massages, derma stamping, and drinking peppermint infusions. Another user suggested starting with topical finasteride and eventually switching to oral finasteride, despite the original poster experiencing side effects from topical finasteride.
A user shared their 3-month progress using oral minoxidil, finasteride, and topical minoxidil for hair loss. Another user commented on the significant improvement, hoping for similar results.
A user is seeking advice on choosing the right topical finasteride for hair loss, considering different formats (spray, gel, aqueous solution) and brands (Xyon, Ro, Keeps, Hims Rx Hair Loss Serum, Happy Head Topical Rx Serum). They are also concerned about the optimal strength to minimize side effects while using it with topical minoxidil.