Search
for

    Sort by

    Community Join

    780-810 / 1000+ results

      community 7 months progress on dutasteride and oral minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  157 upvotes 2 years ago
      , so you could even mix them EdgeLord19941: Yeah I might do that in the future. Finasteride has been great for me and I don’t want to stop taking it. This conversation is about a user named EdgeLord19941 who experienced great success with his hair loss treatment regimen of 0.5mg daily dutasteride, 5mg daily oral minoxidil, and microneedling once every 7-14 days at 1.5mm with no side effects, as seen through their seven month progress photos. They discussed potentially switching between finasteride and dutasteride after one year if necessary.

      community 15 months on the Big 3! My journey so far…

      in Progress Pictures  162 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user's progress after 15 months of using the "Big 3" treatments for hair loss (finasteride, minoxidil and micro needling) as well as Nizerol 2%. The post encourages others to seek out available information on hair loss treatment and reassures them that if it doesn't work, it is only hair.

      community Do not use oral dutasteride from Strut Health.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  29 upvotes 2 years ago
      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.

      community What ever happened to hairlosshelp.com ??!

      in Update  35 upvotes 2 years ago
      User began losing hair in 2006, used Avodart and got a hair transplant in 2012. They discuss the decline of hair loss forums and the shift to Reddit, which isn't ideal for long-form discussions.

      community I have been on finasteride over an year and switched to dutasteride. I’m taking dutasteride since a month and experiencing so much hairfall. Is it a sign that dutasteride is not working for me

      in Satire  31 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user who experienced hair loss after switching from finasteride to dutasteride and is seeking advice whether it is an indication the treatment isn't working. Replies suggest that shedding is common at first due to dutasteride's longer half-life, but patience may be necessary before results are seen.

      community Results so far on Finasteride and biotin

      in Progress Pictures  145 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about someone experiencing significant hair regrowth after 23 days on Finasteride and Biotin, with others suggesting additional treatments like Minoxidil and microneedling. Some doubt the speed of hair growth, while others believe Biotin isn't contributing to the results.

      community Minoxidil can prevent hair follicle miniaturization!?

      in Minoxidil  6 upvotes 3 years ago
      Minoxidil can prevent hair follicle miniaturization, not just stimulate hair growth. Finasteride and dutasteride don't work for everyone, suggesting DHT may not be the sole cause of hair loss; hair loss could be due to multiple factors, including autoimmune conditions.

      community Personal experience with Procyanidin B2

      in Product  13 upvotes 3 years ago
      Personal experience with Procyanidin B2 shows it's ineffective for hair loss. Viviscal Pro supplement tablets, containing Procyanidin B2, didn't help after 8 months of use.

      community CB-03-01 supposed hair loss cure

      in Treatment  9 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation discusses why CB-03-01, a potential hair loss treatment, isn't widely discussed despite evidence of its effectiveness and safety. Some users mention other treatments like melatonin, procianidin b2, and RU58841, debating their effectiveness and safety.

      community Topilutamide (fluridil) raw active?

      in Research/Science  6 upvotes 3 years ago
      Topilutamide is a potential hair loss treatment between Clascoterone and RU58841. Users discuss finding Topilutamide powder and its possible benefits for those who can't afford or tolerate other treatments.

      community Slowly losing hope, not sure what to think

      in Advice  19 upvotes 5 years ago
      User is experiencing hair loss despite using Minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, dermarolling, and supplements like fish oil, collagen, hyaluronic acid, and biotin for over a year. They feel mentally distressed as their hair isn't growing longer and they avoid barbers and hats to hide thinning.

      community Any luck with peppermint oil?

      in Question  6 upvotes 6 years ago
      A user stopped using minoxidil due to scalp irritation and is now using peppermint oil, noticing improved hair appearance but no growth yet. They are seeking a minoxidil brand that doesn't irritate the scalp and asking if others have had success with peppermint oil for hair loss.

      community Genetics are so weird and unpredictable

      in Minoxidil  117 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      The user experienced male pattern baldness starting at 18, tried finasteride with no success, and switched to dutasteride, which halted hair loss. Minoxidil had no effect for them, while their brother, who didn't use AR inhibitors, maintained a juvenile hairline and successfully grew a beard with minoxidil, highlighting the unpredictable nature of genetics in hair loss and treatment response.

      community The story of RU58841/PSK3841

      in Research/Science 3 months ago
      RU58841, an anti-androgenic compound, showed early promise for treating alopecia but faced challenges after its patent in 1997. Despite advancing to Phase II trials, safety concerns and financial struggles led Aventis to abandon its development. Proskelia, which later merged into ProStrakan, couldn't prioritize the drug, leading to its eventual stagnation and failure to reach the market.

      community The 6 Best Hair Loss Treatments of 2024, Tested by People with Thinning Hair

      in Product 5 months ago
      The conversation discusses various hair loss treatments, highlighting Advanced Trichology Topical Melatonin Hair Growth Serum, hers Minoxidil Foam, Keranique Hair Regrowth Treatment, Nioxin 5% Minoxidil, Virtue Minoxidil 5%, and Rogaine Women's 2% Minoxidil. One user suggests that the list may be influenced by sponsorship and emphasizes that minoxidil is commonly recommended but doesn't address the root cause of hair loss like finasteride or dutasteride.

      community How do you apply minoxidil with long hair?

      in Minoxidil  8 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user has trouble applying minoxidil foam to their long, curly hair and experiences product buildup, leading to frequent hair washing. They are considering switching to liquid minoxidil but are concerned about scalp sensitivity and do not want to use oral treatments. Another user suggests that topical minoxidil doesn't need to be applied to the entire scalp to be effective.

      community 29f Female on Dutasteride Progress.

      in Female  14 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 29-year-old woman with genetic hair loss started using 0.5 dutasteride a week ago and has noticed increased shedding, no sexual side effects, and less oily skin. She plans to provide updates and is not concerned about potential birth defects as she doesn't plan to have more children.

      community Alternative to minoxidil that's not bad for the heart

      in Treatment 1 year ago
      A 25-year-old man with mild hair loss is using a topical finasteride treatment, biotin and ajuga reptans supplements, ketoconazole shampoo, and microneedling for hair growth. Due to a heart condition, he can't use minoxidil and is seeking alternative hair growth treatments, considering both medicinal and natural remedies like rosemary oil.

      community Opinions on this study for Triphasic Progressive by Rene Furterer

      in Research/Science  14 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user shared their 5-year hair loss journey, initially using a product called Triphasic Progressive by Rene Furterer, which gave good results. Later, they switched to FDA-approved medications finasteride and minoxidil, which also helped, but they noticed the most significant progress with Triphasic. They're considering trying it again if minoxidil doesn't show improvements.

      community Oral Minoxidil and Grapefruit Juice

      in Research/Science  96 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about the potential dangers of taking oral minoxidil and grapefruit juice together. Some users express concern about dangerous drug interactions, while others argue that grapefruit juice may inhibit the metabolism of finasteride. The conclusion is that grapefruit juice may make finasteride less effective, but it won't affect minoxidil.

      community Stabilized hairloss without sides (finally)

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  19 upvotes 1 year ago
      User found hair loss stabilization without side effects using a topical solution of 0.008% Finasteride, 2% RU, and Stemoxydine. Other treatments like Eucapil, Fluridil, RU-monotherapy, and Pyrilutamide didn't work for them.

      community A new meta-analysis of 23 studies has confirmed that 5 milligrams a day of oral dutasteride had the highest probability of reducing male hair loss, followed by 5 milligrams a day of oral finasteride, followed by 5 milligrams of oral minoxidil, followed by 1 milligram a day of oral finasteride

      in Research/Science  82 upvotes 2 years ago
      Oral dutasteride (0.5mg) is most effective for male hair loss, followed by oral finasteride (5mg), oral minoxidil (5mg), and oral finasteride (1mg). Different treatments have benefits and side effects, and results don't apply to women's hair loss.

      community What makes breezula different than formula 82f?

      in Question  7 upvotes 4 years ago
      Breezula (clascoterone) and Formula 82F (topical finasteride) are treatments for hair loss that block DHT differently; Breezula competes with DHT at the hormone receptor site without systemic effects, while 82F inhibits the enzyme that converts testosterone to DHT. Breezula may work for those who don't respond to finasteride and vice versa.