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      community Dependency on Minoxidil - what to do?

      in Transgender  1 upvotes 2 years ago
      The individual is using oral minoxidil and finasteride to treat androgenetic alopecia with good results but is considering stopping due to concerns about long-term effects on the heart and potential hair dependency on the medication. They are also contemplating the impact of hair loss on gender dysphoria and considering the use of wigs as an alternative.

      community 33M 1mg finasteride + topical minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  59 upvotes 4 months ago
      A 33-year-old man shares his positive hair regrowth results using 1mg finasteride daily, 5% topical minoxidil twice daily, and a 0.5mm dermaroller weekly. He feels more confident and encourages others to try the routine despite potential side effects.

      community Retinol from the ordinary for minoxidil

      in Minoxidil  2 upvotes 2 years ago
      Retinol or tretinoin may improve minoxidil absorption and effectiveness. The user is considering using The Ordinary's 1% retinol as tretinoin is hard to get in their country.

      community RU58841, 8% HPLC-MS done by jano, they legit

      in Research/Science  7 upvotes 4 years ago
      The conversation is about testing the effectiveness of RU58841 for hair loss, with the user planning to increase their dose to 30 mg per day along with 20 mg of Minoxidil. The test results showed approximately 70 mg/ml, which the user considers a good result.

      community 5 months of oral minoxidil and oral dutasteride.

      in Progress Pictures  157 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses the positive effects of taking 5 mg oral minoxidil and 0.5 mg oral dutasteride every other day for hair loss, with one user reporting thicker beard and eyebrows and improved appearance. Another user expresses frustration about not being able to access the treatment in Germany, while a different user mentions experiencing no side effects.

      community Chest pain on Oral minoxidil (18M)

      in Minoxidil  38 upvotes 4 months ago
      An 18-year-old experienced chest pain, headaches, and vomiting after taking oral minoxidil for hair loss. They reduced the dosage, felt better, but experienced sharp chest pain again after increasing it, and are advised to stop the medication and see a doctor.

      community Did quitting caffeine turn me into a minoxidil responder?

      in Minoxidil  2 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user shared that after quitting caffeine and restarting oral minoxidil, they experienced significant hair regrowth, suggesting that caffeine might interfere with minoxidil's effectiveness by blocking adenosine receptors. They also mentioned side effects like water retention and dizziness, which subsided after a few weeks, and are not using any DHT blockers.

      community For those of you applying Pyrilutamide, what's your plan B?

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user switched from Pyrilutamide to RU58841, changed their Minoxidil solution, and continued using low-dose Finasteride, derma rolling, and specific shampoo. They asked others about their plans after Pyrilutamide's disappointing results.

      community Minoxidil scalp irritation, is there any solution?

      in Minoxidil  4 upvotes 6 years ago
      The conversation is about managing scalp irritation caused by minoxidil use. Suggestions include switching to foam, using fluocinonide topical solution, trying lipogaine for sensitive skin, and considering low-dose oral minoxidil.

      community Current Stack: 1mg fin / 2.5mg min

      in Minoxidil  5 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user has been using 1mg finasteride and 2.5mg minoxidil for hair loss but hasn't seen much change and is considering increasing minoxidil to 5mg. They plan to consult a dermatologist for further advice.

      community 2 months results minoxidil + finasteride

      in Treatment  331 upvotes 1 year ago
      User used topical minoxidil 5% with 0.1% finasteride twice daily, oral minoxidil 2.5mg, and finasteride 1mg daily, along with a hair multivitamin and weekly derma rolling. They missed the medication 3-4 times but still saw significant progress.

      community Ru58841 for a female w male pattern baldness

      in General  166 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user is considering using RU58841 for female pattern baldness and is also planning to use Minoxidil. They are hesitant to ask their doctor for spironolactone due to its cosmetic nature and are experiencing significant hair loss possibly due to stress and hormonal issues.

      community How to mix ru58841 powder into minox??

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      Mixing RU58841 powder into minoxidil can result in undissolved particles. Shaking the bottle and breaking up the grains may help dissolve it better.

      community 28yr old 5mg minoxidil daily, .5 dutasteride every 2 days

      in Progress Pictures  11 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user started using 5mg minoxidil daily and 0.5mg dutasteride every two days for hair loss, along with rosemary, castor, and pumpkin oil twice a week, and derma stamping once a week. They plan to track progress with photos and maintain hair length with clippers.

      community Increasing Oral Minoxidil Dose Over Time

      in Research/Science  94 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user reports hair loss despite using minoxidil and plans to increase their oral minoxidil dose gradually while also taking finasteride, dermarolling weekly, and applying topical stemoxydine nightly. They shared a link suggesting that increasing minoxidil dosage can improve hair growth and thickness.

      community 5mg min 0.5mg dut - temple regrowth but ravaged crown? 28M

      in Progress Pictures  39 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 28-year-old male is experiencing temple regrowth but crown thinning while using 5mg minoxidil and 0.5mg dutasteride. The shedding phase is seen as a positive sign of treatment effectiveness, with expectations of noticeable improvements around 6 to 12 months.

      community Eucapil, Fluridil update from manufacturer

      in Treatment  5 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user is experiencing hair loss after a hair transplant and is considering using fluridil (Eucapil) and possibly alfatradiol as treatments, as they couldn't tolerate finasteride or minoxidil. The manufacturer of Eucapil confirmed they won't produce higher concentrations due to lack of efficacy.

      community 35M, been on Finasteride for 12 years, oral min 5mg 2 years no HT

      in Update  1181 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 35-year-old man has used finasteride for 12 years and oral minoxidil at 5 mg for 2 years, achieving significant hair regrowth and density without side effects, avoiding a hair transplant. He recommends consistency with medication and highlights the effectiveness and affordability of oral minoxidil.

      community Hows the bro science feeling about 5mg oral min once a day or 2.5 twice?

      in Minoxidil  4 upvotes 9 months ago
      Oral minoxidil boosted vertex hair but not the hairline, with a stack including 5mg minoxidil, 2mg dutasteride, topical foam minoxidil, fluridil, and Nizoral. Users discuss dosing strategies, with some suggesting 2.5mg twice daily for sustained levels, while others recommend 5mg once daily based on clinical trials.