User experienced rapid thinning on crown, used dutasteride for 3 months with significant improvement. Microneedling and ketoconazole were also used, but no minoxidil or finasteride.
The user has been using oral minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride to prevent hair loss, despite not showing significant balding. Many commenters believe the treatment is excessive, while some support early prevention.
A 28-year-old male experiencing diffuse thinning and miniaturization around the ears and back has tried finasteride, dutasteride, and both topical and oral minoxidil without success. He is seeking advice on identifying the type of hair loss and next steps since current treatments are ineffective.
The user experienced worsening hair loss despite using finasteride and dutasteride. They are considering trying minoxidil but are unsure if it will help.
A humorous discussion about hair loss treatments, specifically mentioning the use of 5mg of Dutasteride. The conversation includes jokes about the effectiveness of the treatment.
The user reported noticeable hair regrowth after using dutasteride 0.5 mg, oral minoxidil 2.5 mg daily, and ketoconazole shampoo weekly for six months. They are considering adding RU58841 for further improvement.
Concerns about a potential ban on finasteride and dutasteride due to side effects, with users advocating for continued access and informed choice. Alternative treatments like pyrilutamide are also mentioned.
Discussing and researching different treatments for hair loss, including RU58841, Dutasteride, Spironolactone, Retin-A, Stemoxydine (Neogenic), Copper peptides, Superoxide Dismutase, NANO, and Eucapil.
The user is allergic to minoxidil and plans to try Redensyl hair serum and derma rolling for hair regrowth. They cannot start finasteride until age 18.
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This user experienced positive results from using a combination of minoxidil and finasteride, with no reported side effects after two months. Others have also shared their experiences with both short-term and long-term use of finasteride.
Pyrilutamide, a new drug being tested to combat hair loss that has been found to perform comparably or better than finasteride and dutasteride in the initial 6 months of treatment with minimal reported side effects.
Kintor Pharma has finished enrolling the first patient in a Phase III trial for KX-826, a treatment for androgenetic alopecia (AGA). One user has set a reminder to check back on the topic in a year.
The user is 3 months into using dutasteride and oral minoxidil after switching from finasteride, noticing potential regrowth with small hairs at the temples. They take 2.5mg oral minoxidil and 0.5mg dutasteride daily, with some eyelash and eyebrow growth observed.
The conversation discusses a hair loss treatment regimen including oral dutasteride, oral minoxidil, tadalafil, and the recent addition of RU58841. The user shares experiences with these treatments, noting significant hair regrowth and stabilization, and discusses the cost and preparation of RU58841.
People discuss hair loss treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride, sharing experiences and side effects. Opinions vary on combining treatments, with some skeptical and others reporting success.
The conversation is about a person experiencing treatment-resistant androgenic alopecia despite using high doses of dutasteride and minoxidil, along with other treatments like microneedling and purilutamide. Suggestions include considering a hair transplant, checking medication authenticity, and exploring other treatments like RU58841 or topical estradiol.
PP405 is criticized for overhyped claims and cherry-picked data, with doubts about its effectiveness compared to minoxidil and finasteride. Many users express skepticism, emphasizing the need for more comprehensive trial results.
A 21-year-old male shares progress on hair regrowth using dutasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole for one year, noting significant regrowth despite initial shedding. Users discuss their experiences with shedding and inquire about the form of minoxidil used.
The conversation discusses preparing a topical dutasteride solution for hair loss, with mentions of using alcohol, propylene glycol, and Avodart. Users also discuss the concentration of dutasteride and compare it to finasteride and minoxidil treatments.
After 6 years of finasteride losing effectiveness for hair loss, the user switched to dutasteride and topical minoxidil, seeing good progress after 7 months without significant side effects. They transitioned from finasteride to dutasteride over 2 months against doctor's advice.
A user shared progress photos after 37 days of using 0.5mg dutasteride for hair loss at age 17. The discussion focuses on the effectiveness of this treatment.
A quercetin-encapsulated and polydopamine-integrated nanosystem (PDA@QLipo) shows promise for treating androgenetic alopecia by reshaping the perifollicular microenvironment, outperforming minoxidil in hair regeneration. The nanosystem promotes cell proliferation, hair follicle renewal, and recovery by scavenging reactive oxygen species and enhancing neovascularity.
The conversation discusses using a multimodal approach to treat androgenic alopecia, including substances like gamma-linolenic acid, DHA, sulforaphane, melatonin, cetirizine, astaxanthin, fisetin, apigenin, curcumin, limonene, genistein, and berberine. Users also mention using ketoconazole, minoxidil, and low-level laser therapy (LLLT) as part of their hair loss treatment regimens.
A Spanish dermatologist suggests sulforaphane for androgenetic alopecia (AGA) due to its potential to remove DHT metabolites, though high dosages are needed. A topical formulation might be possible.
Pyrilutamide, a nonsteroidal antiandrogen drug under development for the potential treatment of androgenic alopecia. The conversation discusses its binding affinity to the androgen receptor and the timeline for possible availability after trials are completed in the United States and China.