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      community 20M What blood test panel should I take?

       4 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 20-year-old male has been using finasteride for 7 months and oral minoxidil for 2 months and is planning to check testosterone and estradiol levels. He is seeking advice on additional blood tests to consider.

      community Oral minoxidil and lowering the dose?

      in Minoxidil  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing significant hair regrowth with 5 mg oral minoxidil and 1 mg finasteride but also side effects like eye puffiness and hypertrichosis. They are considering reducing the minoxidil dose to 2.5 mg to lessen side effects and are curious about caffeine serums for eye puffiness.

      community Joining clinical study for Clascoterone (Breezula)

      in Research/Science  7 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about a user considering joining a clinical study for Clascoterone (Breezula) after experiencing no results with topical finasteride and minoxidil, and side effects from oral finasteride. The user is seeking advice on clinical study participation and experiences.

      community is Oleanic acid a DHT blocker ?

       4 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user is experiencing hair thinning and is using a peptide with oleanic acid as a DHT blocker, along with minoxidil, while waiting for topical finasteride. They plan to use a combination of minoxidil, finasteride, dermastamp, ketoconazole, and scalp massages, but are advised to stick to proven treatments like finasteride and minoxidil.

      community Oral minoxidil & creatine - question

       4 upvotes 5 years ago
      Oral minoxidil users discuss whether a diuretic is necessary to manage water retention, especially when also taking creatine. Some users report no issues taking both without a diuretic.

      community What Private blood test should I take?

       9 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user in the UK seeks advice on blood tests before starting Finasteride and Minoxidil for hair loss. Recommended tests include thyroid function, hormone levels, liver and kidney function, and vitamin and mineral levels.

      community Bee venom better than minoxidil?

      in Research/Science  1061 upvotes 9 months ago
      Bee venom at 0.001% concentration was more effective than 2% minoxidil in promoting hair growth in mice, possibly due to increased growth factors and reduced inflammation. Caution is advised due to potential allergic reactions and the reliance on animal data.

      community Dutasteride mesotherapy to lower dut dose

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about a user considering reducing their dutasteride dose due to side effects like lower libido and watery semen. They plan to use dutasteride mesotherapy every three months to maintain hair while reducing systemic DHT suppression.

      community Will you guys be trying the time-release oral minoxidil when it comes out?

      in Chat  18 upvotes 3 months ago
      People are discussing the potential benefits and drawbacks of a new time-release oral minoxidil (VDPHL01) for hair loss, with considerations about its cost, efficacy, and side effects compared to current treatments like 2.5mg doses and topical applications. Some users express interest in trying it if it proves effective and affordable, while others are cautious due to potential side effects or are satisfied with their current regimen.

      community Topical finasteride carrier vehicle

       1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is using a topical solution containing 1% finasteride and 5% minoxidil for hair loss, with water, glycerin, and PEG-40 hydrogenated castor oil as carrier agents. They are questioning if these ingredients are effective carriers after using the solution for three months.

      community DIY Testosterone replacement therapy and fin

       15 upvotes 4 months ago
      An 18-year-old is considering testosterone replacement therapy with finasteride or dutasteride for hair loss but worries about side effects. Users recommend alternatives like minoxidil, RU58841, and consulting a doctor.

      community Would RU58841 work on a test cycle?

      in Technology  1 upvotes 2 years ago
      OP experienced side effects from finasteride and is considering using RU58841 to prevent hair loss during a testosterone cycle. They have also used minoxidil, Nizoral, alfatradiol, and fluridil successfully.

      community questions regarding topical finasteride

      in Finasteride  4 upvotes 7 years ago
      The conversation discusses the potential effectiveness and risks of using topical finasteride for hair loss, with considerations about using DMSO as a vehicle for application. Concerns are raised about DMSO's safety, absorption issues, and the systemic effects of topical finasteride.

      community 8 months 5mg oral minoxidil. 0.5mg dut. 1.5mm dermastamp

      in Progress Pictures  22 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 22-year-old is using 5mg oral minoxidil, 0.5mg dutasteride, and a 1.5mm dermastamp for hair loss, experiencing good results but feeling more sleepy. There is debate about the appropriate dermastamp size, with some suggesting 0.5mm is safer to avoid fibrosis.

      community Got the bloodwork results and it’s interesting

       15 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user has high DHT levels despite using dutasteride, which may not be effective due to potential damage or spoilage. They are considering a hair transplant if DHT levels don't decrease after two years.

      community Wet vs dry - am I still getting away with it?

       330 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user has been using dutasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841 for a year to stabilize hair loss and is considering a hair transplant. They are taking 5mg of oral minoxidil daily and are unsure of its effectiveness but have noticed more hair than a year ago.

      community Possibilities without Fin/Dut ?

       5 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user experiences severe side effects from finasteride and dutasteride, including low libido and anxiety, and is currently using oral minoxidil despite shortness of breath. They are seeking alternative treatments for hair loss, having tried pyrilutamide, fluridil, and RU58841 with no success, and are considering future treatments or a hair transplant.

      community Crazy idea: creatine + topical finasteride

       23 upvotes 4 years ago
      Using topical finasteride with creatine might help reduce hair loss by targeting local DHT while maintaining normal systemic levels, but results are uncertain without testing. Users report mixed experiences with topical treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, RU58841, and minoxidil, with some seeing regrowth and others experiencing side effects.

      community RU58841 is the only thing that worked for me, a DUPA sufferer

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      RU58841 was the only treatment that slowed hair loss and reduced irritation for a DUPA sufferer after trying finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride with no success. The user continues using 6mg oral minoxidil, 0.5mg dutasteride, and an 8% RU58841 solution.

      community risks with finasteride and dutasteride

       138 upvotes 1 year ago
      Finasteride and dutasteride have potential risks, including post-finasteride syndrome, but are commonly used for hair loss. RU58841, minoxidil, and needling are suggested as alternatives, though all treatments carry risks.

      community Now i want to see if this DHT survives

      in Treatment  33 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses using minoxidil, finasteride, spironolactone, and RU58841 for hair loss treatment. Users share experiences with these treatments, noting side effects and varying effectiveness.

      community I had my DHT Levels measured (Topical solution)

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  18 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses the use of topical finasteride for hair loss, with the user considering whether oral finasteride might be more effective in reducing DHT levels. Other users suggest alternatives like dutasteride, RU58841, saw palmetto, and a combination of Redensyl, Procapil, and Capixyl, while debating the effectiveness and side effects of these treatments.

      community Diluting 0.05% topical finasteride serum/oil

       1 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user wants to reduce their dose of topical finasteride to 0.1-0.2mg and is considering mixing 0.2ml of their current finasteride + minoxidil serum with 0.8ml of a minoxidil-only serum for better scalp coverage. They are asking for advice on whether this method is effective or if there's a better way to dilute the finasteride solution.