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      community Serum containing minoxidil and bimatoprost analogs

      in Product 1 year ago
      A user discusses using a serum called Dallixa, containing minoxidil-like and bimatoprost-like compounds, for hair loss and greying. The user's dermatologist advised against finasteride and suggested the serum might improve hair pigmentation.

      community Anyone using Finastopic (no pg Isdin)?

      in Product  2 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses the use of Finastopic, a carrier for finasteride solutions by Isdin, and compares it to a standard propylene glycol (PG) solution. The user was prescribed a 1% finasteride solution using Finastopic and has been using a self-compounded 0.025% topical finasteride with minoxidil.

      community Additional supplements / peptides to maximize finasteride benefit

      in Research/Science  3 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      The user is using finasteride, HGH, GHK-CU, BPC-157, KPV, biotin/collagen/keratin vitamins, ketoconazole shampoo, and low-dose naltrexone to address hair loss, avoiding minoxidil due to past shedding experiences. Adenosine is discussed as a potential alternative to minoxidil, though it is noted to be expensive and hard to find.

      community The amazing fast pace of PP405.

      in Chat  327 upvotes 8 months ago
      PP405 is a new hair loss treatment advancing quickly in trials, generating excitement and skepticism about its effectiveness and marketing claims. Some see it as a potential alternative to minoxidil and finasteride, but concerns about long-term effects and the need for DHT blockers persist.
      Any experiences with fin/dut alternatives?

      community Any experiences with fin/dut alternatives?

      in General  76 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user is exploring alternatives to finasteride and dutasteride due to concerns about side effects, and is using rosemary and jojoba oil, ketoconazole, minoxidil, microneedling, multi-peptide serum, saw palmetto, and stinging nettle for hair loss. They are also considering CB 03 01 and spironolactone.

      community DHT Harms Scalp Microbiome: DHT Itch is REAL

      in Research/Science  416 upvotes 1 year ago
      Increased Malassezia and Cutibacterium in the scalp microbiome are linked to higher sebum production and inflammation in androgenetic alopecia (AGA). Treatments include ciclopirox shampoo, benzoyl peroxide shampoo, clobetasol propionate, calcipotriol, minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride.

      community Breezula Phase 3 Results enough for maintenance?

      in Treatment  11 upvotes 1 month ago
      Breezula shows promise in stabilizing hair loss and potentially promoting regrowth at the one-year mark, offering hope for those who can't tolerate 5AR inhibitors. Its local targeting of androgen receptors could be a significant advancement if it avoids systemic side effects.

      community Switching from fin 1mg to dut 0.5mg after 13 years

      in Treatments  101 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using Finasteride 1mg daily for 13 years with stable results but is now experiencing thinning hair and is considering switching to Dutasteride 0.5mg. They are seeking advice on whether this change might be beneficial.

      community Month and a half on Fin update

      in Finasteride  5 upvotes 7 years ago
      User experienced dizziness on 1.25 mg of finasteride, reduced to 0.75 mg and felt better. They also use zinc, B complex, green tea extract, derma roll with caster oil, and nizol shampoo.

      community Fin and DMG, is the dmg actually gonna do something?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  3 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user has been using topical finasteride since October without improvement and is considering adding a caffeine product with dimethylglycine. Another user suggests caffeine is more promising and advises consulting a dermatologist about the lack of progress with finasteride.

      community Has anyone tried CB-01-03 aka Clascoterone?

      in Research/Science  2 upvotes 3 months ago
      Clascoterone, a topical anti-androgen, is generating interest for potentially fewer systemic side effects. Users are curious about its effectiveness and details like concentration and duration of use.

      community Taking cordyceps while on dutasteride?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses concerns about using cordyceps while on dutasteride due to potential DHT increase, with OP experiencing hair loss after using creatine. OP is advised to stop creatine and give dutasteride more time to evaluate its effectiveness.

      community Procapil - Has anyone heard of it?!

      in Research/Science  1 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation discusses Procapil, a treatment for hair loss containing Apigenin and Oleanolic acid. Users are sharing their experiences and asking if anyone has tried it.

      community Stopping min on scalp - psoriasis

      in Minoxidil  35 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user with mild psoriasis on the scalp is using finasteride, topical minoxidil, and dermarolling for hair loss but plans to stop minoxidil on the crown due to psoriasis aggravation. Suggestions include switching to a lipid-based minoxidil, using Ketoconazole shampoo, or trying oral minoxidil.

      community Dr. Rassman vs Kevin Mann on Eucapil

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 5 years ago
      Eucapil is discussed as a potential hair loss treatment with some believing it to be effective, though its efficacy compared to finasteride is debated. It is considered an anti-androgen treatment, often used alongside other treatments like minoxidil and finasteride, but lacks independent studies to fully support its effectiveness.

      community Almost 4 months, before and after of pyrilutamide .5% once daily

      in Update  13 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth using a combination of minoxidil, alfatradiol, pyrilutamide, and nizoral, despite previous intolerance to finasteride. They emphasize the importance of consistency in treatment and are optimistic about the results, noting no side effects so far.

      community Shoutout to Zinc pyrithione and Piroctone olamine

      in Product  3 upvotes 1 year ago
      Zinc pyrithione and piroctone olamine are effective for reducing hair shedding, possibly more so than ketoconazole. There is a concern about zinc pyrithione shampoo interfering with minoxidil, but it's unclear if this is proven.

      community 85 days Topical Min-Fin progress

      in Is this regrowth?  10 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user has been using a treatment of 0.1% topical finasteride, 5% minoxidil, dermastamping, and vitamin D3 supplements for 85 days and is seeing good progress. Other users note the effectiveness of topical finasteride despite it being less potent.

      community I'm very skeptical about pyrilutamide

      in Product  2 upvotes 3 months ago
      Pyrilutamide's effectiveness is questioned due to overstated claims and previous trial ineffectiveness, with some users opting for finasteride instead. Despite skepticism, some consider adding pyrilutamide to their regimen alongside treatments like bicalutamide.

      community Finally live! alcohol-free, propylene glycol–free topical finasteride foam

      in Update  15 upvotes 7 months ago
      A new alcohol-free, propylene glycol-free topical finasteride foam is available for prescription in Canada and the USA, offering a cleaner alternative for hair loss treatment. The product also offers a combination of 0.1% finasteride with 5% minoxidil and aims to be affordable and less irritating for sensitive scalps.

      community A telehealth service you should check out for finasteride.

      in Chat  7 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their positive experience with the telehealth service DocBright, highlighting its affordability and effectiveness in prescribing finasteride, oral minoxidil, and ketoconazole. They noted the service's unique ability to provide a prescription at age 17 but criticized the unprofessional communication with the dermatologist.

      community Accrochez vous à votre traitement !

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user resumed taking 5mg oral minoxidil and 0.5mg dutasteride daily, with vitamins, and noticed hair regrowth. They switched from finasteride to dutasteride due to side effects and prefer oral minoxidil over topical for convenience and effectiveness.

      community Finasteride + Cialis together long term?

      in Treatment  3 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been on 1mg finasteride for a year, experiencing low libido and moderate erectile issues. They are considering using Cialis daily with finasteride long term to address these side effects.