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community Research: Minoxidil grows hair by suppressing androgen activity (DHT) in hair follicles.

in Minoxidil 47 upvotes 6 years ago

Minoxidil may suppress androgen activity in hair follicles, potentially aiding in hair growth and prostate cancer treatment. Users discuss the effectiveness of minoxidil and finasteride for hair maintenance and regrowth, with some preferring topical applications over oral due to safety concerns.

community Is this the right amount of dht?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 6 upvotes 2 years ago

The conversation is about someone taking dutasteride for hair loss since April 2023 but still experiencing shedding. They had blood tests for various levels and are seeking advice on their DHT levels and vitamin D.

community My friend is so terrified of balding, he started microdosing estrogen…

in Treatment 1522 upvotes 4 months ago

A person is microdosing estrogen for hair loss after finasteride and dutasteride failed, risking feminizing effects. Alternatives like minoxidil, RU58841, or hair transplants are suggested.

community M30, 6 months of oral dut and toplical min

in Progress Pictures 92 upvotes 5 months ago

A user shared their 6-month progress using oral dutasteride (0.5mg daily), topical minoxidil (5% once daily), and ketoconazole shampoo (2% weekly) for hair loss, reporting increased libido and no side effects. They chose dutasteride over finasteride due to availability and convenience.

community Is finasteride just not working for me? test results

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 3 upvotes 8 months ago

A 21-year-old is experiencing aggressive hair loss and questions the effectiveness of finasteride after 45 days of use, with high DHT levels. A user advises that scalp DHT, not serum DHT, is important for hair loss assessment, and suggests monitoring hair improvement over time.

community 5 months 0.5 mg dutasteride, 0.5mg minoxidil

in Is this regrowth? 161 upvotes 1 month ago

The user experienced significant hair regrowth after 5 months of using 0.5 mg dutasteride and 5 mg minoxidil daily. They reported no major side effects except for reduced libido.

community CB-03-01 / Breezula Personal Results

in Treatment 18 upvotes 2 months ago

The user shared their experience with CB-03-01 (Breezula/Clascoterone) for hair loss, noting reduced shedding and improved hair appearance but experiencing significant sleep disturbances and low energy due to HPA axis suppression. They decided to stop using it due to these side effects and are waiting for GT20029 as an alternative.

community 6 month update on oral minoxidil, finasteride, plus biotin, vitamin C, B5, & B6

in Progress Pictures 1 upvotes 2 months ago

A user shared a 6-month update on using a daily tablet combining finasteride, minoxidil, biotin, and vitamins C, B5, and B6 to address hair thinning. They are pleased with the results, despite experiencing some facial hair regrowth as a side effect.

community After 7 years on minoxidil 5% foam how bad is it? (28 year old male)

in Is this regrowth? 1 month ago

A 28-year-old male, who has been using minoxidil for 7 years, is concerned about hair miniaturization and is considering adding pyrilutamide, alfatradiol, and nizoral to his regimen after experiencing side effects from finasteride. Despite concerns, others reassure him that his hairline appears normal for his age, and he is likely around a Norwood 1.5.

community four months topical minoxidil update

in Progress Pictures 13 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation is about a user's four-month progress using topical minoxidil for hair loss, with discussions on potential future use of finasteride and natural DHT blockers like saw palmetto and spearmint tea. The user is cautious about oral medications due to past side effects and is exploring natural alternatives.

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