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      community Anyone having little results with dutasteride and oral minoxidil

      in Treatment  7 upvotes 5 months ago
      Dutasteride and oral minoxidil are not yielding noticeable results for some users, with some considering alternatives like microneedling or hair transplants. Others report slowed hair loss but no regrowth, and some experience side effects or minimal improvement, leading to frustration and consideration of different treatments.

      community Tretinoin and Minoxidil effectiveness

      in Research/Science  10 upvotes 8 months ago
      Tretinoin may enhance minoxidil absorption, potentially improving hair regrowth when combined with microneedling. Users discuss various treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, and microneedling, with mixed results and concerns about side effects and scarring.

      community 4 month Dutasteride & topical Minoxidil [happy with progress]

      in Progress Pictures  146 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user is happy with the progress in hair density after using a regimen of oral Dutasteride, topical Minoxidil, Tretinoin cream, Ketoconazole shampoo, and an LLLT helmet. They reported no side effects and noted that Dutasteride and Tretinoin were particularly effective.

      community FOL005 claims it's better than Finasteride and Minoxidil.

      in Technology  184 upvotes 1 year ago
      FOL-005 claims to be more effective than Minoxidil and Finasteride but lacks anti-DHT properties, leading to potential reduced efficacy over time. Concerns are raised about misleading marketing and the safety of alternative treatments like Pyrilutamide and Clascoterone.

      community How aggressive can I push my stack?

      in Treatments  165 upvotes 6 months ago
      A 21-year-old male is experiencing crown balding and is using RU58841, topical minoxidil, and plans to add dutasteride and oral minoxidil to his treatment. He seeks advice on increasing his treatment stack despite previous side effects like chest pain.

      community A little optimism post to detract from all the doom posting.

      in Technology  11 upvotes 2 months ago
      A user shares optimism about combating male pattern baldness using oral and topical minoxidil, highlighting the advancements in treatments available today. Another user agrees, noting that early treatment can yield good results, and mentions the availability of affordable hair transplants.

      community Pyrilutamide is literally my only hope

      in Chat  91 upvotes 3 years ago
      Considering treatments for hair loss, including Minoxidil, Finasteride, RU58841, Fluridil and Pyrilutamide. The user is weighing the risks of taking unapproved medication before it has been mass produced.

      community 6 months fin, min, dermastamp, RLT

      in Progress Pictures  146 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user has been using finasteride, minoxidil, a dermastamp, and red light therapy for six months with no visible improvement since the three-month mark. Other users noted improvement, particularly in the left temple area, and encouraged the user to continue.

      community Mix tretinoin into minoxidil bottle

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 11 months ago
      Mixing tretinoin with minoxidil for hair loss treatment. Some users prefer separate application or professional compounding due to potential solubility issues.

      community Dutasteride Mesotherapy Spain 1st session

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 4 years ago
      A user had their first dutasteride mesotherapy session in Spain to recover hair on the temple area, with plans for monthly sessions and continued use of topical Minoxidil. If no results are seen in 8 months, they will switch to oral Minoxidil and finasteride.

      community Trichosol, polyethylene glycol, and DMSO

      in Minoxidil  3 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user experiences irritation from alcohols in minoxidil and is considering alternatives like trichosol mixed with polyethylene glycol or DMSO. They seek advice on the best nonirritating option.

      community 4 years apart (17-21) on treatment

      in Progress Pictures  40 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      A user shared their hair loss journey, starting treatments with topical minoxidil and finasteride at 17, and later adding oral versions and dutasteride by age 20, but still experiencing hair loss. Others suggested that the treatments have likely slowed the progression, and some recommended considering a hair transplant or adjusting medication, while expressing concerns about the potential side effects of starting such treatments at a young age.

      community Topical fin working when oral has failed?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user switched from oral finasteride to dutasteride with minoxidil, but saw no results. They then tried topical finasteride and noticed some potential improvement after four months, theorizing that the topical application bypasses liver metabolism.

      community This is the best time in human history to be fighting hair loss

      in Treatment  194 upvotes 3 years ago
      This conversation discusses the advancements in treatments for hair loss, including finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil and new promising treatments such as pyrilutamide and verteporfin. Other treatments discussed were taking minoxidil orally, tretinoin to turn non-responders into responders and microneedling to further boost growth.

      community Ranking the best treatments for hair growth

      in Research/Science  3 upvotes 3 months ago
      Effective hair growth treatments include finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, and hair transplants, with additional options like microneedling, low-level laser therapy, and PRP showing some benefits. Newer treatments such as GHK-Cu peptides and ketoconazole shampoo are promising, while others like saw palmetto and biotin are less effective unless deficiencies exist.

      community Upcoming New Treatments - Based on Phase

      in Research/Science  62 upvotes 5 months ago
      Several new hair loss treatments are in development, with Cosmo Breezula and Kintor KX826 being the furthest along, expected to be commercialized by 2027. Veradermics is the only treatment in pill form, while others like KX/GT/Breezula will be topical.

      community Topical Finasteride concetrations and amount applied

      in Treatment  10 upvotes 1 year ago
      Topical finasteride concentrations and application amounts are debated, with concerns that mainstream solutions may use arbitrary concentrations. A 0.25% solution with a specific application method is suggested as more appropriate than higher concentrations.

      community Intermittent Finasteride dosing for reduction of side effects?

       6 upvotes 6 years ago
      Intermittent finasteride dosing, like taking it every third day, may reduce side effects while still lowering DHT levels. Users report side effects such as brain fog and weaker erections, which often subside after stopping the drug.

      community Avodart Dutasteride 0.5mg and Roma Minoxidil 2.5mg

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user is using Avodart Dutasteride 0.5mg and Roma Minoxidil 2.5mg to combat hair loss, with advice suggesting this combination is effective but may take 3-6 months to show results. The user is considering whether to continue the treatment or buzz their hair, seeking reassurance and advice from others.

      community Any advice/ alternatives after stopping Fin

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 7 months ago
      A 25-year-old male experienced side effects from finasteride and stopped using it, continuing with minoxidil, vitamin D, and considering microneedling or laser therapy. He is exploring alternatives like topical dutasteride, RU58841, and possibly hair transplants or hair systems.