Question about RU58841 in minoxidil Minoxidil 2/15/2021
The user is considering adding RU58841 to liquid minoxidil without propylene glycol (PG) due to an allergy and is asking if this combination is effective and if PG is necessary. They have been using finasteride and minoxidil foam, plan to use RU58841 with liquid minoxidil in the evening, and continue finasteride.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity 29M, 5.5 months of: 0.5mg finasteride, 5% minoxidil, 1.5mm microneedling once a week and 20mg RU58841. No notable sides. I feel much better, and happy to have started treatment just in time. I just wish I started sooner! The dandruffy gunk you see is definitely propylene glycol from minoxidil :')
User shared 5.5-month progress using 0.5mg finasteride, 5% minoxidil, 1.5mm microneedling weekly, and 20mg RU58841, with positive results and no side effects. Others discussed their experiences, dosage adjustments, and the importance of age in treatment efficacy.
community RU-58841 appears to not be soluble in common Minoxidil solutions
RU-58841 does not dissolve well in common Minoxidil solutions due to water content, requiring a 70/30 ethanol/propylene glycol mix. Users report using separate solutions for RU-58841 and finasteride/Minoxidil for better results.
community Finally live! alcohol-free, propylene glycol–free topical finasteride foam
A new alcohol-free, propylene glycol-free topical finasteride foam is available for prescription in Canada and the USA, offering a cleaner alternative for hair loss treatment. The product also offers a combination of 0.1% finasteride with 5% minoxidil and aims to be affordable and less irritating for sensitive scalps.
community My personal experience/observations fighting AGA seriously for 5 years
Minoxidil with alcohol and propylene glycol was more effective than non-alcohol versions, and RU58841 worked best in a non-water-based solution. Oral finasteride showed better results than topical, despite side effects; microneedling and tretinoin worsened hair loss, and PRP was only helpful when younger.
community RU58841 Users: How chemically unstable is RU58841 in practice?
The conversation discusses using RU58841 mixed with topical minoxidil for hair loss, noting its chemical instability and storage challenges. A user shares their experience using RU58841 with ethanol and propylene glycol, mentioning no significant results yet.
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