A user's 6 month progress using finasteride and minoxidil as treatmentsfor hair loss, with the replies discussing side effects and general consensus about usage of the two medications.
Finasteride is effective for treating male pattern baldness (MPB) with minimal side effects, and topical finasteride is similarly effective. Dutasteride is also effective but less understood, and Minoxidil is less effective than Finasteride.
Stopping minoxidil causes significant hair loss, as continued use is necessary for maintaining gains. Combining minoxidil with finasteride may help maintain hair, but both treatments are typically lifelong commitments.
OP is pausing hair loss treatments to focus on mental health due to anxiety and side effects from RU58841. They plan to try topical finasteride and minoxidil after recovering from pneumonia.
The post is about whether there is any additional benefit to using alfatradiol or other estrogen treatmentsfor hair loss if someone is already using finasteride, dutasteride, or an androgen receptor inhibitor like RU58841, pyrithione zinc, or fluridil.
The conclusion of the conversation is that the user has tried various medications and treatmentsfor hair loss, including minoxidil, finasteride, microneedling, and nizoral shampoo, but has not seen any progress. They have decided to shave their head. Other users suggest options such as hair transplants, RU58841, hair units, and scalp micropigmentation.
Hair loss recovery using estrogen and anti-androgen treatment for 18 months showed significant improvement. However, results vary and alternative treatments like RU58841 and Dutasteride may work without systemic feminization.
Researching the cost and best clinics for a hair transplant in Turkey, with the user already taking Dutasteride and Minoxidil as treatmentsfor their Norwood 2 hair loss.
This conversation is about the effectiveness of Finasteride and Minoxidil as treatmentsfor hair loss, with SnooBooks5080 claiming positive results from using both medications. However, other participants in the conversation caution that there are potential side effects to be aware of when taking Finasteride and advise people to do their research before making a decision.
A 21 year old who has been taking various treatmentsfor hair loss such as dutasteride, RU58841, minoxidil and finasteride with no results. Other users share their experiences of dealing with hair loss at an early age and offer advice on how to cope.
Using Microneedling 1xweek and Minoxidil twice a day as treatmentsfor hair loss, along with DHT blockers such as Finasteride or Dutasteride. Advice was also given to not raise eyebrows when evaluating hair growth progress.
A clinical trial for Verteporfin as a hair loss treatment, and the potential for greater progress in treatmentsfor hair loss in the future. Common treatments such as Minoxidil, Finasteride and RU58841 were discussed.
User experienced hair loss and tried various treatments, including Minoxidil, Finasteride, and Spironolactone. They face a dilemma between continuing treatmentsfor hair regrowth and having a therapy cat, as Minoxidil is toxic to cats.
Hair loss treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole, PRP, and microneedling helped maintain hair for 20 years. Research and try evidence-based treatmentsfor best results.
A person mistakenly drank an entire bottle of topical minoxidil, leading to ICU admission with shock and heart failure. The incident highlights the dangers of ingesting topicaltreatments and the importance of proper usage and dosage.
A user is participating in a phase 3 trial for Clascoterone, a topical acne medication that may stimulate hair growth, and will share results after 6 months. They will have a section of their hair shaved and marked with a tattoo for the study.
The user is using a hair loss treatment regimen that includes applying various topical solutions and taking oral medication. They are mixing their topicaltreatments to save time but are concerned about the effectiveness of the treatments when combined and stored.
A 22-year-old male is not seeing hair regrowth after using minoxidil and finasteride for a year and additional treatmentsfor three months. Suggestions include improving scalp absorption with sea salt and trying a lipid-based solution, microneedling, and possibly switching to dutasteride if no improvement after 1-2 years.
Dutasteride is likely the most effective treatment for male pattern baldness, followed by finasteride and minoxidil in various forms and dosages. Users discuss personal experiences, dosages, and potential side effects, with some considering combining treatmentsfor better results.
Slow, steady progress on hair loss treatments such as finasteride, minoxidil, microneedling and Nizoral; the need for patience when using these treatments over a period of months or years; and how to deal with discouragement due to slow progress.
A 19-year-old is experiencing hair loss and considering treatments like finasteride, oral minoxidil, and possibly dutasteride. Users suggest continuing with finasteride and minoxidil, with some recommending dutasteride for stronger results.
A 28-year-old woman with genetic hair loss has tried various treatments, including oral minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, vitamins, ketoconazole shampoo, exosome needling, and hair extensions. She plans to pause treatmentsfor pregnancy and is concerned about potential hair loss during that time.
The conversation is about individuals sharing their positive experiences with hair loss treatments, specifically using oral minoxidil and finasteride, which have improved their hair density and helped them worry less about balding. Some users have been on these treatmentsfor various durations and have noticed maintenance and regrowth of hair.
Pyrilutamide, a potentially effective hair loss treatment; other topicaltreatments like RU58841 and CB-03-01 that may have fewer side effects than Pyrilutamide; and the Phase 3 clinical trials of Pyrilutamide, which is likely to be approved by the FDA soon.
A study that outlines the full model for androgenic alopecia (AGA) which links DHT to cellular senescence in dermal papilla cells, and suggests black chokeberry as a source of cyanidin 3-O-arabinoside polyphenol with potential anti-oxidant properties that could reverse this process. The post encourages reaching out to experts in anti-aging and longevity to research treatments involving the polyphenol.
My hairline, I am only 23.
This conversation is about a user's experience with treatmentsfor androgenic alopecia, including finasteride, dutasteride, RU, minoxidil, progesterone, melatonin, LLLT, oral minoxidil, and Pyrilutamide. They have tried many treatments over the course of two years without seeing much success, and they are considering getting a hair system as a last resort.
A user's journey to treat hair loss with a combination of oral medication, topicaltreatments, microneedling and different shampoos and supplements. It includes warnings about an OGX biotin shampoo potentially causing further hair loss.
A 24-year-old male is considering the "Big 4" treatments (Finasteride, Minoxidil, Ketoconazole shampoo, and Microneedling) or a hair transplant for hair loss. Most users recommend starting with Finasteride and Minoxidil to stabilize hair loss before considering a transplant.
A user shared their progress using 1.1mg oral finasteride and 3mg oral minoxidil since January 2024, noting significant improvement without side effects. They previously had an allergic reaction to topicaltreatments.