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- What is KY19382, and how is it different from minoxidil or finasteride? KY19382 is an experimental hair growth compound targeting the Wnt/β-catenin pathway, unlike minoxidil and finasteride.
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6 / 801 results- Is finasteride safe? Studies report that most men tolerate finasteride 1 mg, but case series, regulatory labelling and patient reports describe sexual, mood and cognitive effects that some say persisted after stopping, and how often that happens is not established. It is a prescription-only medicine and is contraindicated in pregnancy.
- Finasteride for alopecia: the definitive guide to using it correctly. Finasteride 1 mg daily blocks DHT and, in trials, slowed hair loss in most men over 6 to 12 months, though some men do not respond and the benefit lasts only while the drug is taken. It is prescription-only and carries a pregnancy contraindication.
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Frontline, gold standard treatment for combatting androgenic alopecia
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chemical from L'Oreal that encourages hair to enter growth phase
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mTOR regulator and immunosuppressant used more recently for anti-aging and hair regrowth
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highly targeted anti-androgen that might have minimal systemic effects
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a novel topical treatment that inhibits DHT on androgen receptors
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research Patient satisfaction, side effects, and other reactions reported by adult men prescribed compounded, topical finasteride via a national telehealth platform: A retrospective analysis of real world data (Preprint)
In this large retrospective study, patients using compounded topical finasteride and minoxidil through a telehealth platform for male androgenetic alopecia reported high satisfaction and low incidence of side effects, with no need for higher care or treatment discontinuation due to adverse reactions.
research Compounded topical finasteride-related AEs
research Clinical Efficacy of a Topical Compounded Formulation in Male Androgenetic Alopecia: Minoxidil 10%, Finasteride 0.1%, Biotin 0.2%, and Caffeine Citrate 0.05% Hydroalcoholic Solution.
This study found that a topical compounded formulation may improve hair density and general appearance in male patients with androgenetic alopecia after 6 months of use.
research DETERMINATION OF FINASTERIDE AND RELATED COMPOUNDS BY REVERSED-PHASE HIGH PERFORMANCE LIQUID CHROMATOGRAPHY. I. CHOOSING THE MOBILE PHASE COMPOSITION
This article discusses using high performance liquid chromatography to optimize mobile phase composition for separating synthesis products of Finasteride, without reporting new clinical results.
research Patient satisfaction, side effects, and other reactions reported by adult men prescribed compounded, topical finasteride via a national telehealth platform: A retrospective analysis of real world data (Preprint)
This study observed that patients using a novel topical combination of finasteride and minoxidil for male androgenetic alopecia reported high satisfaction and good tolerance, with few side effects and no need for higher-level care, despite limitations such as retrospective data and no control group.
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5 / 926 resultscommunity Compounded Finasteride Didn't Work for 6 Months: Switched to Proscar and Added Minoxidil
The user switched from compounded Finasteride to Proscar and added Minoxidil and Ketoconazole shampoo to their hair loss treatment, noticing small hair growth but unsure of its source. They plan to continue this regimen for six more months to see if it stabilizes their hair loss.
community Has anyone in Germany gotten topical finasteride custom-compounded by a pharmacy?
The conversation is about obtaining custom-compounded topical finasteride in Germany due to side effects from oral finasteride. The user seeks a lower concentration solution separate from minoxidil, and others suggest self-mixing or trying alternatives like dutasteride.
community Is this fin/dut/min topical compound overkill?
A user questions if a topical compound with finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, retinoic acid, caffeine, and triamcinolone is excessive for hair loss treatment. Another user shares their experience using topical finasteride without issues and notes that alternating finasteride and dutasteride is common.
community Does anyone compound their own fin topicals?
The conversation is about a person considering making their own topical finasteride to avoid side effects from oral use. They discuss potential methods and ingredients, including cayenne pepper extract, rosemary, and coconut oil, and seek advice on effectiveness and alternatives like light therapy or dermarolling.
community Miniaturization(?) after 12 months on oral fin/min compound
After 12 months on an oral compound of finasteride, minoxidil, and biotin, the user experienced a seasonal shed and noticed thinner hairs at the hairline, raising concerns about ongoing miniaturization. Another user shared a similar experience and mentioned switching to dutasteride after genetic testing showed finasteride was ineffective.
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