RU58841 may pose cancer risks due to its antiandrogen properties and lack of long-term safety data. Using it is considered a high-risk experiment with unknown potential for harm.
Liquid minoxidil makes hair sticky and stiff; users suggest oral minoxidil or minoxidil foam as alternatives. Applying minoxidil four hours before showering can help with absorption.
A 49-year-old user shared progress pictures after six months of using oral finasteride (1mg), oral minoxidil (2.5mg), and ketoconazole shampoo twice a week, reporting no side effects.
The user used finasteride but stopped due to side effects, then used topical minoxidil for 13 months, and later added KX826/pyrilutamide for 8 months. They experienced shedding after starting pyrilutamide and use minoxidil and KX826 once daily.
The user does not respond well to minoxidil and is seeking an alternative to Tretinoin to upregulate sulfurtransferase activity for hair loss treatment. No specific alternative treatments were mentioned.
Minoxidil can cause scalp itchiness, often due to propylene glycol, and users suggest alternatives like foam formulations without PG, using moisturizing oils, or reducing application frequency. Some recommend ketoconazole or zinc pyrithione shampoos to help with inflammation and itchiness.
The user is seeking affordable alternatives for oral finasteride and minoxidil in the UK due to high costs. They have been using these treatments from Sons with positive results.
Treatments for hair loss, such as minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841; humorous posts about hair loss; and the choice to stop using treatments in exchange for a different look.
The conversation is about using another shampoo after Nizoral to improve hair appearance without reducing ketoconazole's efficacy. Users also discuss adding coconut oil to Nizoral to prevent hair dryness.
A user is seeking a UK source for a combined minoxidil and RU58841 solution that doesn't contain scalp-irritating ingredients. They specifically want a product without propylene glycol (PG).
The user left their 2.5 mg pills at home and is considering using 5% topical minoxidil as a substitute. They also inquire about where to obtain over-the-counter minoxidil pills.
A dermatologist prescribed methionine with vitamins for hair loss, but the user is doubtful and plans to seek finasteride in France. The user is unsure why finasteride or minoxidil wasn't prescribed, suspecting concerns about side effects or strength.
Nizoral shampoo reduced shedding but caused hair dryness. Alternatives like non-SLS ketoconazole shampoos, such as Regenpure DR, are recommended for use 2-3 times a week to avoid dryness.
The conversation is about whether finasteride can be mixed with just water for a topical solution and if Isopropyl Alcohol and Propylene Glycol are necessary for effectiveness and faster drying. The user is seeking advice on the formulation of topical finasteride.
OP had a doctor appointment, was advised to try B vitamins and change shampoo for hair loss, and may consider Finasteride if no improvement. Users suggest seeing a dermatologist directly, as vitamins likely won't help much with AGA.
PP405 is progressing to Phase 2b trials, with results expected in late 2025 or early 2026, and potential Phase 3 trials in 2026. Some users experienced side effects from finasteride and are hopeful for PP405 as an alternative treatment.
The conversation discusses using Minoxidil combined with Azelaic Acid and Tretinoin to promote beard growth. Specific treatments mentioned are Minoxidil (Min), Azelaic Acid, and Tretinoin.
The user is using finasteride, minoxidil, and ciclopirox shampoo for hair loss and is considering adding a topical anti-androgen like RU58841, Clacosterone, or KX286. They have scheduled a hair transplant and are concerned about the cost and effectiveness of future treatments.
The conversation discusses the effectiveness and potential side effects of using a minoxidil, finasteride, and biotin combination pill for hair loss, comparing half-dose (0.55mg Fin, 2.5mg Min, 0.5mg Biotin) to full-dose (1.1mg Fin, 5mg Min, 1mg Biotin). The user is considering whether to increase to a full dose after starting with a half dose.
The conversation is about making topical finasteride using ethanol. The user is advised to use non-denatured or food-grade ethanol, as denatured ethanol may be harmful with prolonged skin exposure.
Starting with 5 mg of oral minoxidil for faster initial results, then reducing to 2.5 mg to maintain progress. The user seeks opinions on this approach.
PP405 is a potential hair loss treatment that may activate dormant hair follicles, but there are concerns about its effectiveness, cost, and side effects. Users discuss treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841, expressing skepticism about PP405's long-term success and accessibility.
New hair loss treatments PP405 and VDPHL01 are discussed with skepticism and hope, alongside existing treatments like minoxidil and finasteride. Users express frustration over limited progress since the 1980s but remain cautiously optimistic.
The user is frustrated with Koshinemall's disorganized service and delayed shipping of KX-826. They are seeking feedback on whether others have received their KX-826 orders.
The conversation is about starting a Discord group for people using KX-826 as their only treatment for hair loss, excluding those who are not serious or use multiple treatments. Someone agrees with the idea but mentions "GP :3," which is unclear.
Korea launched its first OTC oral hair loss drug, dexpanthenol B5. Users discuss its anti-oxidative and anti-inflammatory effects but note a lack of efficacy studies.
A user is considering tapering off finasteride due to concerns about long-term side effects and cost, and is exploring alternatives like zinc and saw palmetto. Their current regimen includes finasteride, Adderall, zinc, bupropion, fish oil, baby aspirin, Rogaine foam, and ketoconazole shampoo.