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The user stopped using finasteride and RU58841 and is considering CB-03-01 for androgenic alopecia but is concerned about the cost and effectiveness, especially at a lower dose than in clinical trials. They are also using minoxidil, micro-needling, and nizoral shampoo but are unsure about the correct application method for CB-03-01.

An 18-year-old experienced severe side effects, including heart palpitations and high blood pressure, after using RU58841 once, leading to a referral to cardiology for suspected left ventricular hypertrophy. The user regrets using RU58841 and seeks advice on recovery, while others suggest preexisting conditions or genetic predispositions may be factors.

A 19-year-old is experiencing hair loss and considering treatments like finasteride, oral minoxidil, and possibly dutasteride. Users suggest continuing with finasteride and minoxidil, with some recommending dutasteride for stronger results.

The user shared their hair regrowth progress using a combination of treatments including finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, tretinoin, Sulfogenz, KX-826, low-level laser therapy, and microneedling. They plan to continue medication for another year before considering a hair transplant, noting steady improvement but not major changes.

A user is joining a clinical trial for Clascoterone, a drug approved for acne but being tested for hair loss. They previously tried finasteride with limited success and plan to share updates on their experience with the new treatment.

The conversation discusses the link between increased estrogen and autoimmune diseases, with a focus on avoiding soy and milk. It also mentions treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 for hair loss.

A 28-year-old man regrew hair using 1mg finasteride, 2.5mg oral minoxidil, a multivitamin, and a derma roller over 1 year and 9 months. Initial side effects resolved, and he maintains his hair with continued treatment.

A 25-year-old male has been using finasteride for 17 months and recently switched to dutasteride. His bloodwork shows increased luteinizing hormone levels, possibly due to increased testosterone, with no side effects and improved libido.

ET-02, a new hair loss treatment, shows promising results with a 6-fold increase in hair count, potentially outperforming minoxidil by activating stem cells in hair follicles. Further trials are ongoing to confirm its efficacy and safety, with potential market release in the future.

A 24-year-old male with diffuse thinning has been using finasteride for two years, dutasteride for 6-7 months, and oral minoxidil for 5 months, along with topical treatments. He plans to continue this regimen and reassess in August 2026, hoping to stabilize hair loss without surgery.

A user stopped finasteride after 15 years due to severe side effects, which improved after quitting. They maintained most of their hair and are considering alternatives like topical treatments or RU58841.

A user shared progress pictures showing improvement in hair thickness over 11 years using only finasteride, taken three times a week, with no side effects. Commenters reacted positively, with one wishing they had started treatment earlier.

A user named "EgyptStar81" who has been dealing with hair loss since age 15 due to genetics, chemotherapy and finasteride/minoxidil treatment. Possible solutions such as dutasteride, oral minoxidil, hair transplants and extensions were suggested.

The user experienced hair loss after 21 months of using oral minoxidil and finasteride and is considering switching to dutasteride. Others suggest it might be temporary and recommend staying consistent or trying additional methods like hair loss shampoo, microneedling, or checking vitamin levels.

Verteporfin might reverse severe hair loss but is still in early testing stages. It could be a future option for NW6-7, though expensive.

Dutasteride may affect testosterone levels, leading to high ferritin and iron levels, which can cause hair loss. High ferritin might be linked to past heavy drinking or hemochromatosis.

A 22-year-old shared their hair loss journey, starting with homeopathic treatments and later using Minoxidil and Finasteride, seeing some regrowth. They are currently on oral Finasteride, PRP treatments, and saw palmetto serum, considering reintroducing Minoxidil or switching to Dutasteride for better results.

A new hair loss treatment, PP405, showed promising Phase 2a results with 31% of patients experiencing over 20% hair density increase without systemic absorption, avoiding hormonal side effects. The treatment is expected to be expensive, with Phase 3 trials starting mid-2026, and there is skepticism about the data's strength.

NMN is considered safe to use with dutasteride, and it may help reduce grey hairs. Combining NMN with creatine, whey protein, fish oil, and dutasteride is not seen as excessive.

A 24-year-old woman with AGA and TE since age 14 is questioning if her hair is regrowing or breaking. She has been using minoxidil consistently since September 2025, along with caffeine and ketoconazole shampoos, rosemary oil, and saw palmetto, and has improved her overall hair care routine.

A 23-year-old male experienced nipple sensitivity after starting finasteride for hair loss and stopped using it due to concerns about gynecomastia. He is worried about the risk of developing gynecomastia if he resumes finasteride, especially with plans to increase muscle mass.

A 21-year-old male has used 5% topical minoxidil and 1.25mg finasteride for 2 years, improving overall hair but not regrowing temples or crown. He is considering additional treatments like microneedling or dutasteride after a clinic advised against a hair transplant due to existing but damaged follicles.

A user shared their one-month progress using Minoxidil and RU58841 for hair loss, noting significant shedding after micro-needling and seeking opinions on their regrowth. They stopped micro-needling and added RU58841 to their treatment.

A user experiencing hair loss since age 18 is considering switching from finasteride and minoxidil to dutasteride after poor results and lifestyle choices. They plan to improve their lifestyle and get blood work done to assess treatment effectiveness.

A 31-year-old man plans to address his receding hairline using topical finasteride, followed by topical minoxidil 5% with microneedling, and ketoconazole shampoo. He seeks advice on product availability in India.

A 24-year-old has been using Minoxidil and finasteride for 1.5 years with mild improvement but is being rejected for hair transplants due to age and diffuse thinning. They are seeking advice on what to do next.

A 32-year-old male used 1.25mg oral finasteride daily and 1ml topical minoxidil twice daily for 24 weeks, experiencing improved skin and hair growth with initial side effects that resolved after three weeks. He plans to try dermastamping to address a stubborn cowlick area.

An 18.5-year-old experiencing rapid hair loss is being treated with saw palmetto, vitamins, and red light therapy, but these seem ineffective. The consideration of finasteride is discussed, weighing its potential side effects against the emotional impact of early hair loss.

The conversation discusses the differences between PG/Ethanol and KB solutions for RU58841 application, focusing on potential scalp irritation. KB solution is suggested for those allergic to PG, though both contain ethanol which can dry the scalp.