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Some users believe creatine may cause hair loss, citing anecdotal evidence and criticizing study flaws. Others argue there's no proven link between creatine and hair loss, suggesting any shedding might be due to other factors or genetic predisposition.

A user shared their 5-month progress using 0.5mg oral Dutasteride daily, topical Minoxidil twice a day, and weekly micro-needling for hair loss, after experiencing side effects with Finasteride. They reported no side effects with Dutasteride and noted improvement in their hair condition.

The user experienced significant hair regrowth on the crown after 10 months using oral minoxidil, finasteride, and biotin, with initial side effects that settled over time. They are considering whether to increase the dosage or get a transplant for further improvement.

The user shared their hair regrowth progress using topical minoxidil, microneedling, and finasteride. They experienced significant improvement initially, switched from liquid to foam minoxidil, disliked the foam, and returned to liquid minoxidil.

The conversation discusses starting daily Dutasteride 0.5 mg for hair loss and whether to get bloodwork done to check DHT levels. Users suggest that Dutasteride effectively lowers DHT and that tracking changes through photos and shedding is more useful than blood tests.

Minoxidil is highly toxic to cats and can cause severe health issues or death if they come into contact with it. Users recommend taking precautions like washing hands, letting the scalp dry, and keeping pets away to prevent exposure.

The conversation discusses adding dutasteride to a finasteride regimen for potential hair regrowth or thickening. Some users report positive results with the combination, while others caution about side effects like reduced libido.

The user experienced significant hair shedding and no regrowth despite using Minoxidil, Finasteride, and microneedling for 12 months. They are considering switching to Dutasteride due to ongoing hair loss issues.

The user shared their experience with finasteride, noting initial side effects like weaker erections and anxiety, which improved over time as they recognized the nocebo effect. They emphasized that anxiety can amplify perceived side effects, and encouraged others to consider this when evaluating their own experiences with the medication.

The user has been using finasteride daily for four years and added dutasteride once a week, noticing minimal changes in hairline but reduced shedding. They are considering adding oral minoxidil but prefer to avoid it due to potential side effects.

The user shared progress on their hair transplant after 3 months, having had over 7,000 grafts transplanted, and is using Minoxidil and finasteride. Others questioned the number of grafts, suggesting it might be 3,000 grafts with 2.5 hairs per graft, and noted that significant results typically appear after 6 to 12 months.

New hair loss treatments like Breezula and a version of Minoxidil for hair regrowth are in advanced trials and may be available in a few years. Clascoterone and other treatments like oral and topical Minoxidil, Finasteride, and Dutasteride are also discussed, with some users experiencing side effects from Finasteride.

A 34-year-old user shared their positive results after 16 months of using Minoxidil and Finasteride for hair loss, noting improvements in hairline and experiencing two major sheds. They used 1mg Finasteride and 5% Minoxidil, initially with a derma roller, but stopped due to flaky skin, and reported no side effects from Finasteride.

The user shared a 6-month update on using oral minoxidil and GHK-Cu for hair regrowth, noting significant improvement and increased confidence. Some commenters questioned the authenticity of the transformation, mentioning visible hair fibers, while others discussed the role of DHT blockers and religious perspectives.

A 24-year-old shared positive results from using 1mg oral finasteride and 3mg oral minoxidil daily for hair loss, with no adverse effects. They experienced significant hair improvement within 3-5 months and plan to continue until they can grow better facial hair.

A person with alopecia universalis is considering using Xeljanz but is advised that Olumiant is more effective for their condition. They are under a dermatologist's care and should expect gradual progress, as follicles dormant for 20 years are challenging to reactivate.

Check ferritin, thyroid, and vitamin D levels before spending on hair loss treatments. Addressing deficiencies can slow hair shedding and save money.

The conversation discusses using 2-deoxy-D-ribose for hair loss treatment, with OP sharing positive results after a year of use. OP applied a simple formulation twice daily, without using finasteride or minoxidil.

Minoxidil and finasteride are the only FDA-approved treatments for androgenetic alopecia, while newer treatments like clascoterone, PP405, NV-623/624, AMP-303, and RU58841 are still experimental with varying levels of evidence. Clascoterone shows the most promise due to strong human data, while AMP-303 has notable early human trial results; RU58841 lacks human data and remains experimental.

A user shared their 1-year hair loss treatment update, switching from finasteride to dutasteride due to side effects, and combining it with oral minoxidil. They reported significant hair regrowth, especially at the right temple, with no sexual side effects from dutasteride.

The user is experiencing hair regrowth after 4.5 months of using oral minoxidil, oral dutasteride, latanoprost, ketoconazole shampoo, and dermarolling. They report shedding initially but have seen improvement without significant side effects.

Oral minoxidil and finasteride can lead to quick hair growth, with some users noticing changes in as little as 2-3 weeks, though head hair may take longer. Many prefer oral minoxidil over topical due to convenience, and some also use ketoconazole shampoo and other topical treatments.

A 21-year-old male experienced significant hair regrowth and thickening after eight months of using 2.5 mg oral minoxidil and 1 mg oral finasteride, along with keto shampoo and micro stamping. He reported no side effects and noted that improvements were most noticeable in months 7-8, particularly at the hairline and corners.

PP405 shows some hair growth after 4 weeks, but results are debated and expectations should be tempered. Some users compare it to minoxidil or finasteride, questioning its effectiveness and commercialization timeline.

A doctor recommended Follivera as a minoxidil alternative, but users are skeptical, suggesting minoxidil, finasteride, or dutasteride for hair loss. Some users mention adenosine and piroctone olamine as potentially helpful ingredients.

PP405's phase 2a trial results were presented, focusing on safety and pharmacokinetics, with a future meeting planned to share the full dataset. The trial includes a randomized controlled portion and an open-label extension, with no indication of phase 2B completion.

A new topical treatment, PP405, shows promising results for hair regrowth, potentially outperforming existing treatments like finasteride and minoxidil. However, it may still need to be combined with DHT blockers for optimal results, and its long-term effectiveness remains uncertain.

A 30-year-old man is frustrated with hair loss despite using finasteride, topical minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and PRP. Suggestions include trying oral minoxidil, dutasteride, RU58841, or considering a hair transplant.

The user is using 1% ketoconazole shampoo, 5% minoxidil foam, and a multi-peptide hair serum to address hair loss, aiming to improve from Norwood 5 to Norwood 3. They are considering adding topical finasteride if current treatments show progress and plan to use cosmetic products like fibers and DermMatch for appearance enhancement.

Finasteride has been effective for maintaining hair density, but due to a slight dip in temple hair, the user switched to dutasteride as an additional measure. Users discuss varying experiences with side effects from finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil, highlighting that reactions can differ significantly among individuals.