The conversation is about the potential effectiveness of a hair loss treatment called pyrilutamide. One person has been using it since September and reports positive results.
A user is starting finasteride and seeks advice on expected results. Another user reports combining finasteride with minoxidil, experiencing some regrowth and a return to hair thickness similar to when they were younger.
User tried Minoxidil and Finasteride for hair loss with no success and considers giving up. Others suggest continuing treatment, trying hair transplant, or embracing baldness.
Oral minoxidil is more effective than topical minoxidil for hair regrowth but may cause side effects like heart issues and increased body hair. Combining it with finasteride is common for better results, though side effects vary.
A user shared progress pictures after 11 months on finasteride and minoxidil, with intermittent microneedling. The community responded positively, noting significant hair regrowth and encouraging continued treatment.
Natural remedies like rosemary oil, coconut oil, and onion juice are generally seen as less effective compared to medical treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling. Some users believe natural oils can help, but modern medicine is often more reliable.
Redensyl, a hair loss treatment that has been claimed to be 80% more effective than minoxidil, but users have not experienced any results from using it.
A user shared their 12-month progress after a 3500-graft hair transplant at Heva Clinic in Istanbul, choosing not to use minoxidil or finasteride. The results were praised, with comments noting the natural look and significant improvement.
A user has been using minoxidil for hair loss and has seen positive results, but is seeking additional treatments to enhance its effects. One suggestion given is to use finasteride alongside minoxidil.
The user started using 1.25 mg of finasteride and 1.25 mg of oral minoxidil, noticing some hair regrowth and thickening. They plan to continue the treatment for a year, with others suggesting patience and possibly adding topical treatments.
Rating treatments for hair loss, with the help of GPT-4, according to efficacy, evidence and tolerability; a combination of chemicals from research papers, custom compounds, and some suggestions from other users were included.
Asteride into your routine
In this conversation, the user Icy-Indication267 was asking when they should start finasteride to treat their hair loss, which had responded well to minoxidil after two months. Other users shared advice on incorporating micro-needling and topical finasteride into their routine for optimal results.
User tried various hair loss treatments with limited success. RU58841 was effective but caused side effects, now trying Eucapil and continuing Finasteride.
Procapil is marketed as a natural hair loss treatment but lacks strong evidence and is industry-biased. Minoxidil and Finasteride are the only FDA-approved treatments for androgenetic alopecia.
The user is treating hair loss with topical Minoxidil, Finasteride, RU58841, microneedling, and Ketoconazole. For grey hair, they use L-Cysteine, L-Methionine, and PABA, and have noticed some re-pigmentation.
User has been using minoxidil 6%, finasteride 0.3%, tretinoin 0.025%, and microneedling twice a week for 2.5 months. They are considering switching to oral treatments.
The conversation is about regretting not starting hair loss treatments like finasteride earlier, with some users considering beginning treatment now. Specific treatments mentioned are finasteride (Fin) and minoxidil (Min).
The conversation is about a user's hair regrowth after using only finasteride for 5 months, with some users expressing congratulations and curiosity about the lack of minoxidil use and potential side effects.
Switching from topical to oral minoxidil can cause initial hair shedding but may lead to thicker hair growth. Many users combine it with finasteride, experiencing varying side effects.
Young men experiencing hair loss are frustrated with advice to embrace baldness without exploring treatments. They advocate for using finasteride and minoxidil, considering hair transplants, and hope for future advancements in hair restoration.
OP has been using finasteride for almost 2 years and is asking if it's okay to take it with vitamins like vitamin C, multivitamins, and fish oils. Another user mentions taking all vitamins together, usually with a small meal.
The user noticed hair thinning during COVID, tried home remedies, and then started finasteride in March and minoxidil in August. They shared progress pictures of their hair loss journey.
Biotin can cause cystic acne for some users, and it's advised to stop using it if this occurs. For hair loss, finasteride and dutasteride are recommended, but a dermatologist should be consulted.
User is experiencing increased sebum, dandruff, and acne after taking a supplement containing biotin, iron, zinc, and calcium pantothenate along with finasteride. They are questioning if biotin is the cause and whether they should stop taking it.
The conversation is about recommending a biotin supplement that includes saw palmetto and possibly copper for hair loss. The user is seeking suggestions for these specific ingredients.
A user's hair regrowth journey using biotin and minoxidil after initial treatments with Nizoral shampoo and Ketoconazole serum didn't work. The comments suggest the hair loss might not be male pattern baldness (MPB), but possibly Alopecia Areata, an autoimmune disorder, and recommend getting a second opinion and considering other treatments like corticosteroids.
The conversation discusses using Biotin 10000mcg with Keratin and DHT blockers for hair growth. The user seeks advice on other community-recommended options.
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Sons are offering free Biotin capsules, Thickening Clay, or Conditioner for hair care testing to UK men. Interested individuals can apply to receive these products without purchase.