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      community Pp405 full presentation on new topical

       106 upvotes 5 months ago
      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.

      community New angles to attack beyond DHT

       4 upvotes 2 years ago
      Exploring hair loss treatments beyond DHT, including Minoxidil, pyruvate, Gt20029 targeting androgen receptors, and vasodilators. Other options like Kx826, adenosine signaling, growth factor topicals, and microneedling are also discussed.

      community Clascoterone 5% Delivers Strong Phase 3 Hair-Growth Results

       371 upvotes 8 months ago
      Clascoterone 5% solution shows strong potential for hair growth, offering a new treatment for alopecia with minimal side effects. It blocks androgen receptors locally and may be available by late 2026 or early 2027.

      community 1mg of finasteride/2 sessions of Kenalog injections/ Clobetasol (4 months into treatment)

       5 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user is undergoing treatment for hair loss using finasteride, Kenalog injections, and Clobetasol, along with vitamin D and collagen supplements. They are considering additional treatments like minoxidil and microneedling, and there is discussion about whether the hair loss is due to stress, alopecia areata, or a scarring condition like lichen planopilaris.

      community 3 month Progress update w/before and afters - 4 in 1 topical solution

       16 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their 3-month progress using a topical solution containing 0.3% finasteride, 7% minoxidil, 2.2% ketoconazole, and 0.2% biotin, reporting improvements in thinning areas. Another user mentioned using oral finasteride, oral minoxidil, dutasteride, and minoxidil foam, discussing costs and side effects.

      community Choose your topical antiandrogen and tell me why

       6 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about choosing a topical antiandrogen for hair loss, with options including RU58841, CB0301, Pyrolutamide, Alfatradiol, and Fluridil. Users discuss their preferences and reasons for selecting specific treatments.

      community RU58841 works great!

       7 upvotes 5 years ago
      RU58841 stopped hair shedding and increased hair density for the user, who experienced side effects from finasteride. The user's regimen includes RU58841, minoxidil, microneedling, Nizoral, and plans to add castor oil.

      community My experience with Fleava, minoxidil and micro needling

       23 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their positive experience using Fleava (copper peptides), minoxidil, and micro needling for hair regrowth, noting significant improvement in their hairline. Other users believe the success is primarily due to micro needling and minoxidil.

      community Pyrilutamide - Worth it if can’t use Fin?

      in Research/Science  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      Pyrilutamide is being discussed as an alternative for those who can't use finasteride, but users report it may be ineffective at low concentrations. Some users are combining it with minoxidil, microneedling, and other treatments, but results vary.

      community Community ranking on what new drugs/studies we are most hopeful about?

       10 upvotes 2 months ago
      The conversation discusses potential hair loss treatments, including clascoterone, GT20029, ET-02, VDPHL01, and PP405, with hopes for new options by 2028. Current treatments like minoxidil and finasteride are expected to remain effective, with clascoterone and VDPHL01 as promising alternatives.

      community Ulo 0.005% finasteride, 4 month update; no results

       5 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user applied 0.005% topical finasteride, minoxidil, tretinoin, caffeine, and ketoconazole shampoo for four months but saw no hair regrowth. Some users suggested increasing the finasteride dose or trying alternative treatments like clascoterone, pyrilutamide, or RU58841.

      community Peak efficacy ($18 for a 4 month supply)

      in Minoxidil  14 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses a hair loss treatment regimen involving a homemade topical solution of Minoxidil and Tretinoin, combined with Finasteride and microneedling. Users share advice on Tretinoin application, emphasizing gradual use to avoid skin irritation.

      community Finasteride for women?

       3 upvotes 7 years ago
      Finasteride is sometimes used off-label for women with hair loss, but spironolactone is often recommended first. Minoxidil and estrogen supplements are also mentioned as treatments.

      community Anybody used Fluridil ? Is my last hope.

       4 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation is about alternatives to finasteride for hair loss, with suggestions including fluridil, oral minoxidil, alfatradiol, and cb-03-01. Concerns about finasteride's side effects, including potential breast cancer risk, are also discussed.

      community Clascoterone 5% solution infographic

       130 upvotes 9 months ago
      Clascoterone 5% solution is discussed as a potential new treatment for hair loss, offering an alternative for those who can't use finasteride or need additional options beyond minoxidil. Concerns about cost, effectiveness, and safety compared to existing treatments like RU58841 and finasteride are highlighted.

      community Keratin microspheres - breakthrough

       14 upvotes 2 years ago
      A gel of keratin microspheres promotes hair follicle growth, showing similar effectiveness to minoxidil in mice. The treatment activates hair growth pathways and reduces inflammation, with potential applications in drug delivery for hair-related disorders.

      community Female androgenetic alopecia (w/ PCOS) starting treatment

       4 upvotes 1 year ago
      A female with PCOS and androgenetic alopecia is starting treatment with oral Minoxidil, topical Minoxidil 5% with finasteride, and plans to add mesotherapy. She previously tried anti-androgenic contraceptive pills but couldn't tolerate them and is using Myo Inositol for weight management.

      community Approach: starting with dut then came om finestride

       2 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user initially used dutasteride, minoxidil, and vitamins, then switched to finasteride but experienced side effects and hair loss. They found better results with a natural supplement containing stinging nettle and beta-sitosterol, reporting thicker hair without side effects.

      community The mystery of Azelaic Acid

       5 upvotes 11 years ago
      The conversation discusses using Rogaine (Minoxidil) and ketoconazole for hair regrowth, with interest in trying a formulation with Azelaic Acid for potentially better results. Concerns about Azelaic Acid's effectiveness and safety, including skin sensitivity to sunburn, are mentioned.

      community Bicalutamide vs Finasteride for female AGA plus TE

       4 upvotes 6 months ago
      OP is considering Bicalutamide for female AGA and TE but is concerned about its side effects and effectiveness compared to Finasteride. OP is also using Minoxidil and Spironolactone but is experiencing significant shedding and is unsure if it's androgen-driven or due to Minoxidil changes.

      community Quitting Alfatradiol after 4 months

       5 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user stopped using Alfatradiol after 4 months due to no hair improvement and side effects like dry scalp and gallbladder pain. They are considering trying topilutamide, which is suggested as an alternative.

      community Sanguisorba Officinalis Root Extract, and other FGF-5 inhibitors?

       4 upvotes 9 years ago
      The conversation discusses the potential of Sanguisorba Officinalis Root Extract as a treatment for hair loss by inhibiting FGF-5. The user also mentions the product évolis, which is based on this extract but is only available in the US and Australia.

      community Castor oil

       6 upvotes 10 years ago
      The user experienced reduced hair shedding and less itching after using oral castor oil alongside finasteride and minoxidil. They suggest trying castor oil, though they acknowledge the improvements might be due to the other treatments.

      community Winlevi (clascoterone) for hairloss?

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      Winlevi (clascoterone), a DHT blocker, is being considered for hair loss treatment, though it's primarily an acne medication. Users discuss its potential effectiveness and note it may only work for a short time.