What actually helped me reduce my hair fall Update 4/1/2026
The conversation discusses reducing hair fall by addressing dandruff with anti-dandruff shampoo, regular oiling, and stress management through meditation and yoga. Other users mention using ketoconazole, vitamin D, and finasteride, with some experiencing side effects.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Derm prescribed ketoconazole 2% shampoo, claiming my case βis not bad enough yetβ for fin. Second opinion?
A user was prescribed ketoconazole shampoo by their dermatologist for early-stage hair loss, but is unsure if this is the right treatment. Most commenters suggest seeking a second opinion or starting finasteride treatment immediately, while a few caution about potential side effects.
community Boys I am just a gonner. What on earth is my scalp even going through. Looks like world war 3. Pyril 3 months. Topical melitonin/progesterone/fin, dut, fin, oral min, laser trash, anus stimulation. Nothing. Donor area is decimated π.
Treating Seborrheic Dermatitis, a fungal scalp condition which can cause hair loss. Treatments discussed include antifungal shampoos, cold showers, exfoliating the scalp, taking Vitamin D, and stimulating the prostate through the anus.
community Finasteride 0.5mg every other day, Ketoconazole thrice weekly, Microneedling every week. Biotin and vitamin E irregularly. Is this progress?
Hair loss treatment with Finasteride, Ketoconazole, Microneedling, Biotin, and Vitamin E shows progress. Users agree hairline improved and suggest continuing treatment.
community 3 months progress with Finasteride 0.5mg/daily, Minoxidil foam5% 2x daily, Stemoxydine 2x daily, Microneedling(M8) 1.5mm 1x per week, Saw Palmetto 400mg/day, peppermint and jojoba oils daily, Ketoconazole 2% shampoo 3x/week, Purador shampoo/conditioner every day.
Jordan-Iliad has been using a combination of finasteride, minoxidil, stemoxydine, microneedling, saw palmetto, peppermint and jojoba oils, ketoconazole shampoo, and Purador shampoo/conditioner for 3 months to treat their hair loss with stunning results. They have also recently started taking oral minoxidil 1.25mg/day in hopes of achieving even better results over the next 3 months.
community How much dht does Nizoral shampoo block?
Hair loss treatments discussed include Minoxidil, Finasteride, RU58841, and Nizoral shampoo. Nizoral's effectiveness is debated, with some suggesting it works as a weak antagonist for androgen receptors, while others attribute its benefits to anti-fungal and anti-inflammatory properties.
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