community Vinpocetine and topical Minoxidil
A 25-year-old is using vinpocetine to enhance the absorption of topical Minoxidil for hair loss. They also use a hair tonic and supplement with Glycine, Taurine, Creatine, and Citrulline.
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840-870 / 1000+ resultscommunity Clinical efficacy of popular oral supplements for AA
Vitamins and minerals like vitamin E, zinc, and iron may aid hair growth, especially in cases of deficiency. Pumpkin seed oil, saw palmetto, horsetail, and AminoMar show some promise for improving hair health and count.
community Am i too obsessed with hair loss prevention? And Is This obsession healty? Am i the only one? Look at my collection In This picture: Oral finasteride/ topical finasteride/ minoxidil 5% + tretinoin/ minoxidil 5%/ Alfatradiol 0.025%/Stemoxydine 5%/ dermapen/ketoconazole 1%/viviscal/procyanidin B2.
User obsessed with hair loss prevention shares collection of treatments, including oral and topical finasteride, minoxidil, dermapen, and more. Others suggest adding RU58841, laser helmet, and PRP, while some advise dropping certain treatments for long-term manageability.
community DUPA - Impossible to cure, so giving up
The user diagnosed with DUPA tried treatments like dutasteride, finasteride, RU58841, and minoxidil without success and is considering a hair system. They hope for a future cure, possibly with PP405, and others suggest options like scalp biopsy and SMP.
community Thoughts on Pantostin Alfatradiol?
User started using Pantostin Alfatradiol after watching haircafe on YouTube and noticed thicker hair. They wonder why it's not more popular, as it's a 5α-reductase inhibitor with a different mechanism than minoxidil.
community 15yo with severe anxiety from Norwood 2.5 and thinning
A 15-year-old experiencing hair loss and anxiety is using minoxidil and microneedling but is advised against starting finasteride or dutasteride due to age. The discussion emphasizes consulting a doctor, considering hormonal evaluations, and exploring non-medication coping strategies.
community Dutasteride 0.5 mg - Oral Minoxidil 2.5 mg / First month
A 24-year-old male with androgenetic alopecia is using a treatment of Dutasteride 0.5 mg, oral Minoxidil 2.5 mg, L-cysteine, and a Ketoconazole/Caffeine/CBD shampoo. He's considering using a dermaroller to improve results, taking biotin and iron vitamins, and quitting nicotine due to its potential link to hair loss.
community FtM: "Aggressive Regemin - Recovery From Norwood-6.5" Minoxodil/Estradiol valerate/Spironolactone. (What will happen in the worst case if CIS male go this way for a year?)
User "Ant1pal" shares progress pictures of hair regrowth using Minoxidil, Estradiol valerate, and Spironolactone. Users discuss potential side effects and the possibility of localizing estrogen to hair follicles for better treatment.
community 3 years on dutasteride 0.5mg and minoxidil 5mg
The user has been taking dutasteride 0.5mg and minoxidil 5mg orally for 3 years to treat hair loss, which has stabilized their condition. They are considering adding topical RU58841 to their regimen but are uncertain of its effectiveness and contemplating a hair transplant instead.
community Severe accutane TE: will this sort itself out? When?
A user experienced severe hair loss after stopping Accutane and is concerned about using Minoxidil due to anxiety and doubts about its effectiveness. They are seeking advice on whether the hair loss will resolve on its own and if they should expect recovery soon.
community Let's discuss experimental - RU58841, Dutasteride, and Others
Discussing and researching different treatments for hair loss, including RU58841, Dutasteride, Spironolactone, Retin-A, Stemoxydine (Neogenic), Copper peptides, Superoxide Dismutase, NANO, and Eucapil.
community Terminal hairs growing in, but derm still says I’m going to go bald in the years to come??
A 30-year-old woman with a history of anemia and low vitamin D experienced hair shedding, which improved after addressing nutrient deficiencies. Despite regrowth of terminal hairs, her dermatologist recommended treatments like minoxidil and spironolactone to prevent future bald spots, but she is cautious due to family history of hormone-related cancers.
community Overall thickening but hairline getting worse at 5 months - thoughts/experiences
The user is experiencing hair thickening with oral minoxidil but notices worsening hairline and considers starting finasteride despite concerns about gynecomastia. They are also considering using Latisse on their hairline and seek advice on potential outcomes and experiences with these treatments.
community Why hasn’t anyone made a "DHT sponge" biologic yet???
The conversation discusses the potential for developing a biologic "DHT sponge" to neutralize DHT in the bloodstream as a treatment for hair loss, suggesting it could be more targeted and have fewer side effects than current treatments like finasteride and dutasteride. Concerns include the complexity, cost, and potential side effects of such a treatment, as well as skepticism about its feasibility and market interest.
community Where are we on SCUBE3? Have they even started clinical trials?
The conversation is about the progress of clinical trials for SCUBE3, a potential hair loss treatment. Specific treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
community Dermatologist told me to quit fin after turning 40
A dermatologist advised a patient to stop taking finasteride (fin) after turning 40 due to potential risk of aggressive prostate cancer. The patient and others in the conversation debated this advice, discussing the relationship between finasteride, prostate cancer, and hair loss, and considering alternatives like topical finasteride.
community ABS-201 Trial - What should I know going in
The conversation is about a user preparing to join the ABS-201 clinical trial for hair loss treatment, which involves a prolactin inhibitor. The user plans to update others on their progress if enrolled.
community Creating a solution with dutasteride capsules and tretinoin cream into minoxidil?
Mixing dutasteride capsules and tretinoin cream into liquid minoxidil is questioned for effectiveness. A user responds negatively.
community Which dermastamp/roller do you suggest?
A 30-year-old female with telogen effluvium and androgenetic alopecia is using spironolactone, oral minoxidil, vitamin D, iron sulfate, and a hairmax laser band. She seeks recommendations for a dermastamp or derma roller, advised to use no higher than 0.5 mm.
community Progressive insomnia (treatment-resistant) due to Finasteride
A medical student experienced hair loss slowing with Finasteride but developed severe, treatment-resistant insomnia. They tried various medications with little effect, suspecting Post-Finasteride Syndrome, and others suggested the insomnia might be linked to Finasteride's impact on neurosteroids.
community My hormones are going crazy - result
User reports worsening hair loss despite using Avodart 0.5mg daily and 2ml of Minoxidil daily for over three years. They maintain a healthy lifestyle and are athletic.
community Got sides on fin, now Alfatradiol or Fluridil?
The user experienced side effects from finasteride and is considering adding Alfatradiol or Fluridil to their regimen, which includes Minoxidil, dermarolling, and ketoconazole. Fluridil is noted to be more effective than Alfatradiol but less effective than finasteride, with mild side effects reported.
community Cmon Pyrilutamide and CosmeRNA 😭
Users discuss waiting for new hair loss treatments and share struggles with side effects from current options like Minoxidil and Finasteride. They express hope for Pyrilutamide and CosmeRNA to provide better solutions.
community I live in the US. Where are most reputable places to purchase either Alfatradiol or Pyralutamide?
The user is considering adding Alfatradiol or Pyralutamide to their current hair loss treatment of oral Dutasteride and Minoxidil. They are seeking advice on experiences and purchasing options for these products in the US.
community The science on Minoxidil and its effect on collagen production / skin aging?
User is concerned about starting minoxidil due to potential effects on collagen production and skin aging. They have been using finasteride for almost 2 months.
community I ended up in the ER due to oral Minoxodil.
A user experienced severe side effects, including heart issues, after taking oral minoxidil without consulting a doctor. They are now considering alternatives like dutasteride, PRP, or laser treatments for hair loss.
community its better to not being subscribed to this subreddit
Avoiding hair loss forums can reduce anxiety about treatments like finasteride. Some suggest using oral dutasteride and topical minoxidil for 6-12 months and checking updates periodically.
community Male Age 28. On minoxidil 5%+ tretinoin+ azelaic acid topical solution. That's my current situation. Am i cooked?
A 28-year-old male is using Minoxidil 5% with tretinoin and azelaic acid for hair loss and is considering finasteride but is concerned about side effects. He seeks advice on recovering his temple area.
community 1.5 year dutasteride .5 mg and oral minoxidil 5mg
The conversation discusses hair loss treatment progress using dutasteride 0.5 mg and oral minoxidil 5 mg. Users comment on the progress and inquire about side effects and additional photos.
community Finasteride 5mg & Spironolactone 100mg
A 20-year-old female is using finasteride 5mg and spironolactone 100mg for severe hirsutism and is experiencing minor side effects like water weight loss and irregular periods. She is concerned about potential future side effects and hair regrowth on her scalp.