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      community Clascoterone - what we have right now

      in Research/Science  23 upvotes 2 months ago
      Clascoterone is a topical treatment for androgenetic alopecia, showing modest to moderate hair regrowth, and may be available by 2027-2028. It is considered safer than finasteride, with discussions on its effectiveness compared to RU58841 and pyrilutamide.

      community How to improve my stack. I‘m on dut fin and ru

      in Treatment  3 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user is using dutasteride, finasteride, and RU58841 for hair loss but is allergic to minoxidil. Suggestions include dropping finasteride, increasing dutasteride dosage, and considering alternatives like microneedling, laser treatments, scalp massage, and supplements.

      community New Study: PP405, developed by Pelage Pharmaceuticals, can reactivate dormant hair follicle stem cells and stimulate natural hair growth by 20%

      in Research/Science  839 upvotes 8 months ago
      PP405, developed by Pelage Pharmaceuticals, can reactivate dormant hair follicle stem cells and increase hair growth by 20% in eight weeks, unlike minoxidil or finasteride. However, skepticism remains about its effectiveness and availability, with concerns about funding and the timeline for broader access.

      community minoxidil saved my life (no cap)

      in Chat  137 upvotes 11 months ago
      Oral minoxidil and finasteride effectively improved hair growth and stopped hair loss, with no major side effects. The user switched from topical to oral minoxidil, added finasteride, and later transitioned to dutasteride, experiencing regrowth and thicker hair.

      community Follow up appointment with Donovan.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  17 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user was diagnosed with DUPA and initially treated with finasteride, then switched to dutasteride which worsened their hair loss. They are now returning to finasteride and adding treatments including oral minoxidil, Proscar, Viviscal, pumpkin seed oil, LLLT, and Nizoral shampoo, hoping for hair regrowth.

      community 4 month progress .5mg dut + 2.5mg min

      in Is this regrowth?  102 upvotes 1 month ago
      A user shared their 4-month hair regrowth progress using 0.5mg dutasteride and 2.5mg minoxidil, reporting no side effects and significant improvement. The conversation includes discussions on treatment choices, dosages, and personal experiences with hair loss treatments.

      community Before and after of Dut and Oral min at 10 weeks

      in Update  35 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair growth using 0.5 mg Dutasteride and 5 mg oral Minoxidil over 10 weeks, with initial shedding but no side effects. The treatment was surprisingly affordable at $7 for a 3-month supply.

      community PP405 bandwagon, time to resume the hype train.

      in Treatment  165 upvotes 8 months ago
      PP405 shows promise in hair regrowth, potentially outperforming existing treatments like finasteride and minoxidil, with significant results in just four weeks. The treatment is still in early stages, with further trials needed to determine its long-term effectiveness and optimal dosage.
      25 M Could this be the start for AGA? Should I be worried?

      community 25 M Could this be the start for AGA? Should I be worried?

      in General  57 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user is experiencing hair loss, initially diagnosed as Telogen Effluvium due to stress, but is concerned it might be Androgenetic Alopecia (AGA). A suggestion was made to consider using Minoxidil or Finasteride if the condition worsens.

      community 6 Months Progress - its working?

      in Is this regrowth?  22 upvotes 1 year ago
      User is using Finasteride, oral Minoxidil, Microneedling, Dutasteride, KX-826, and topical Minoxidil for hair regrowth. Experiencing heartburn from oral Minoxidil, others suggest stopping it and continuing with other treatments.

      community Minoxidil: Sulfotransferase Enzyme booster AVAILABLE NOW

      in Minoxidil  7 upvotes 2 years ago
      A new product, Minoxidil booster, which enhances sulfotransferase enzyme activity in the scalp, is now available. The user has started using this product, applied before Minoxidil, to improve their hair loss treatment results.

      community Additional topical products for hair growth

      in Product  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user switched from topical to oral finasteride and is seeking additional topical treatments for hair growth besides minoxidil. They are aware of stemoxydine and caffeine solutions and are asking for more recommendations.

      community Just saw a post from a hyper responder to topical minoxidil and wanted to show my experience.

      in Progress Pictures  4 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      A user shared their 1-year and 3-month hair loss treatment progress using 0.5mg Dutasteride daily, topical and then oral Minoxidil, and microneedling, noting hair darkening and some side effects like watery semen and testicular pain. Despite initial setbacks after switching to oral Minoxidil, they are seeing progress and plan to increase the dosage.

      community PROGRESS ON NEW ROUTINE - DUT/Minox/Microneedling

      in Progress Pictures  6 upvotes 5 months ago
      The conversation is about a user's hair loss treatment progress using a routine of Avodart (Dutasteride), oral and topical Minoxidil, Ketoconazole shampoo, and microneedling. The user reports no side effects and shows improvement after resuming consistent treatment.

      community Alcohol Free Minoxidil? Azaleic Acid added?

      in Minoxidil  4 upvotes 8 years ago
      The user is experiencing a burning sensation from using minoxidil and is considering trying an alcohol-free version with added azelaic acid. They are also using finasteride and seeking reliable, low-cost alternatives for minoxidil.

      community Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia: Current Guidance and Unmet Needs

      in Research/Science  3 upvotes 2 years ago
      The review discusses traditional hair loss treatments like minoxidil and finasteride, and newer options like Low-Level Laser Therapy, microneedling, and platelet-rich plasma for androgenetic alopecia. It highlights the need for more high-quality trials to assess these treatments' effectiveness and standardized protocols for emerging therapies.

      community People who upped from 2.5mg to 5mg oral min..

      in Chat  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      Users discussed increasing oral minoxidil from 2.5mg to 5mg for hair regrowth, with some considering higher doses despite potential side effects. They also mentioned using 1mg oral finasteride alongside minoxidil.

      community Complete non responder to everything. Modern Norwood Sisyphus

      in Update  77 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user has been using finasteride for four years and topical minoxidil with microneedling for a year but has not seen significant results in slowing hair loss. They are considering trying dutasteride despite concerns about its intensity, and others suggest trying oral minoxidil or combining treatments for better results.

      community 4 months on oral 0.5 dut and 2.5 min

      in Progress Pictures  5 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth and improved hair volume after 4 months of using oral dutasteride (0.5 mg) and minoxidil (2.5 mg) daily, eliminating the need for a second hair transplant. The user is now satisfied with the results and feels more confident.

      community Welp - pp405 conference showed nothing

      in Update  77 upvotes 1 month ago
      PP405 shows potential for hair growth by increasing terminal hair and converting vellus hairs, but results are modest and more waiting is needed. It complements existing treatments like minoxidil and finasteride, but won't replace them.

      community Min Non responder. Tretinoin to become responder?

      in Minoxidil  2 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user did not respond to minoxidil and is considering using tretinoin to improve results. They also explored finasteride, microneedling, adapalene, red light therapy, and oral minoxidil as potential treatments.

      community Female AGA - Low Cortisol/Low DHEA

      in Female  7 upvotes 3 years ago
      Female (37) experiencing hair loss for 5 years, tried max dose of spiro and oral + topical minox without success. Discovered low cortisol and low DHEA levels, seeking functional medicine practitioner for help.