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      community Is this Better Than Topical Minoxidil? Topical Diazoxide

      in Research/Science  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      Topical diazoxide may be a promising hair regrowth treatment, especially for those who don't respond to minoxidil, as it activates potassium channels without needing sulfation. It appears safe for topical use, avoiding systemic effects seen in oral use.

      community cant use minoxidil, is there anything else that can mimic the results?

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about alternatives to minoxidil for hair growth, as the original poster experienced chest tightness from using it. They are currently using finasteride and considering options like rosemary oil, pumpkin seed oil, and other topical treatments, but acknowledge that minoxidil and finasteride are the most scientifically supported treatments.

      community Ultimate Non-5AR (fin/dut) stack?

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 11 months ago
      The conversation discusses alternatives to 5AR inhibitors for hair loss treatment, suggesting options like minoxidil, KX-826, pyrilutimide, microneedling, and topical bicalutamide. Concerns about side effects and the effectiveness of these treatments are also highlighted.

      community Side effects of topical azelaic acid?

      in Research/Science  4 upvotes 5 years ago
      Azelaic acid is considered a strong DHT inhibitor with no reported sexual side effects, making it a potential alternative for those who cannot use finasteride. It can be used with minoxidil, but may cause skin irritation.

      community Which to pill to try. Advice please!

      in Treatment  3 upvotes 2 months ago
      The conversation is about hair loss treatments, specifically discussing the use of minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride. The advice suggests continuing minoxidil and considering dutasteride or finasteride as DHT blockers, with a focus on managing potential shedding and side effects.

      community Science backed answer only from what you have learnt .

      in Chat  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      Alcohol-based minoxidil absorbs better but can cause irritation; non-alcohol-based is gentler. Topical dutasteride shows promise but needs more research; low-dose oral minoxidil (0.25 mg/day) is effective with fewer side effects. Ingredients like Procapil, Redensyl, caffeine, and Anagain in shampoos have limited evidence; ketoconazole shampoo can help when used 2-3 times a week with other treatments.

      community Any topical melatonin users here ?

      in Treatment  5 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation discusses using topical melatonin for diffuse thinning and mentions treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. The user is seeking advice on whether melatonin could help with their condition.

      community DHT and 5AR respect post, it's importance within the brain

      in Research/Science  111 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses whether to use finasteride for hair loss, considering its role in inhibiting DHT and 5AR, which can affect brain function and mood. Some users report anxiety and depression from finasteride, while others do not experience these side effects and emphasize the importance of DHT for brain and prostate health.

      community Oral minoxidil is not an option anymore

      in Minoxidil  42 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user can't refill their oral minoxidil prescription due to it being out of stock and is seeking alternative hair loss treatments. Suggestions include finding it at another pharmacy, ordering online, using topical minoxidil orally, and considering finasteride or dutasteride.

      community Insomnia and Finasteride

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 4 years ago
      A user reports experiencing insomnia as a side effect of taking finasteride for hair loss, which takes 1 to 2 hours to fall asleep and results in only about 5 hours of sleep per night. They suspect the cause is related to the downregulation of neurosteroids due to finasteride.

      community Best minoxidil formulation for best results?

      in Minoxidil  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses creating a customized minoxidil formulation with tretinoin, azelaic acid, and caffeine, but there are concerns about foam stabilization due to acidity. The user seeks advice on the best formulation for effective results.

      community Binding affinity of pyrilutamide!

      in Update  169 upvotes 3 years ago
      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.

      community Anagen is now selling pyrilutamide

      in Product  136 upvotes 3 years ago
      Pyrilutamide, a potential hair loss treatment that has recently been released for sale, and is thought to have similar efficacy to Dutasteride without side effects. It was discussed in terms of its effectiveness compared to Finasteride, its use by females, and whether it can be safely mixed with RU58841.

      community FDA approves Cassiopea's WINLEVI (CB-03-01, 1% formulation) for Acne

      in Technology  33 upvotes 5 years ago
      The conversation is about the FDA approval of WINLEVI for acne treatment and the anticipation of Breezula, a hair loss treatment using the same active ingredient, which may indicate a positive future for Breezula's release. There is disappointment that Breezula's results are not optimal, but it is seen as progress in hair loss treatment.

      community I had claude create a protocol only using fda approved drugs.

      in Research/Science  2 upvotes 3 months ago
      A new hair loss protocol using FDA-approved topical treatments targets eight pathways, potentially improving results by 60-75% compared to the standard 40-50% from oral minoxidil and finasteride. The protocol includes minoxidil, finasteride, tacrolimus, cetirizine, bimatoprost, lithium gluconate, losartan, melatonin, NAC, caffeine, and tretinoin, with a monthly cost of $35-50 in Mexico and $80-150 in the US.

      community Potassium and oral min need each other??

      in Minoxidil  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      Oral minoxidil may require potassium for effectiveness, and diuretics taken for water retention might affect this process. The user plans to start taking potassium to address potential issues with minoxidil's effectiveness.

      community Research behind RU-58642? Has anyone heard of this?

      in Research/Science  1 upvotes 10 months ago
      RU-58642 is a powerful anti-androgen that was not developed further, possibly due to safety concerns or financial reasons. RU58841 is a topical alternative, but it is less effective than finasteride and dutasteride, and its long-term effects are not well-studied.

      community Using liquid cetirizine as a topical?

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses using liquid cetirizine as a topical treatment for hair loss. It mentions Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 as other treatments.

      community spironolactone pills to topical

      in Research/Science  6 upvotes 11 months ago
      Crushing spironolactone pills and combining them with minoxidil for topical application may be effective for hair loss, with the addition of finasteride suggested. Adding rosemary and peppermint oils can help mask the unpleasant smell.

      community It's probably RU58841, which is weak in adenosine.

      in Treatment  14 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about using adenosine, finasteride, and minoxidil for hair loss treatment. The user ordered a 0.75% adenosine solution and is currently using finasteride 1mg and minoxidil 5%.

      community I feel like my dermatologist prescribed me useless medication

      in Product  14 upvotes 10 months ago
      A 22-year-old male is concerned about hair loss and questions the effectiveness of prescribed "Merz special" and "Revalid" products, which lack finasteride or minoxidil. Users suggest seeking a different doctor for finasteride and minoxidil treatments.

      community Can I use trichosol minoxidil before sleep?

      in Minoxidil  3 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user applies 2ml of a lotion containing 5% minoxidil, 0.3% finasteride, hydrocortisone butyrate, and cetirizine before bed, but it leaves a residue on the scalp. Another user suggests reducing the amount to 1ml, as 2ml results in a high finasteride dosage.

      community Trichosol, polyethylene glycol, and DMSO

      in Minoxidil  3 upvotes 1 year 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.