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      community Switching to oral minoxidil...

      in Minoxidil  3 upvotes 2 months ago
      OP plans to switch from topical to oral minoxidil due to limited results and is advised to overlap both for a few weeks before discontinuing the topical. Oral minoxidil may be more effective for non-responders to topical treatment.

      community Why is there so much negativity around pyrilutamide?

      in Research/Science  19 upvotes 1 year ago
      Pyrilutamide is discussed as an effective hair loss treatment by some users, despite skepticism due to limited data and underwhelming trial results. Users compare it to finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841, with some expressing interest in its potential as an adjunct treatment.

      community Dut 0.5 EOD/MWF vs Fin 1 ED. What should I do?

      in General  75 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing side effects from Dutasteride 0.5 mg and is considering reducing its frequency or switching back to Finasteride, while continuing with Minoxidil 2.5 mg to preserve their hairline. They are unsure if the increased Minoxidil dose is sufficient for regrowth.

      community Had sides on finasteride ? A word of hope.

      in Finasteride  26 upvotes 8 years ago
      A user's experience with hair loss treatments, including finasteride and other options such as RU58841, Nizoral, Pumpkin Seed, and Adenosine; the importance of being in a positive frame of mind when considering taking finasteride; and the need to address life issues before starting finasteride.

      community Do we have to be junkies? That's funny

      in Research/Science  12 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses using finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, cialis, and metformin to protect hair and health. Some users caution against self-prescribing these drugs due to potential risks and complications.

      community High Dose Niacin Update

      in Update  5 upvotes 8 years ago
      High dose niacin (1000mg daily) seems to have halted hair loss but did not regrow lost hair. The user plans to continue due to additional benefits like lower stress and higher good cholesterol.

      community The story of RU58841/PSK3841

      in Research/Science 1 year ago
      RU58841, an anti-androgenic compound, showed early promise for treating alopecia but faced challenges after its patent in 1997. Despite advancing to Phase II trials, safety concerns and financial struggles led Aventis to abandon its development. Proskelia, which later merged into ProStrakan, couldn't prioritize the drug, leading to its eventual stagnation and failure to reach the market.

      community Do Doctors prescribe meds I don't need?

      in Chat  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user was prescribed various treatments for baldness, including finasteride, vitamin D pills, biotin PRP, and minoxidil. The minoxidil and finasteride topical solution finally worked, leading the user to question the doctor's motives for prescribing ineffective treatments initially.

      community Ru58841 users, how is your experience?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  7 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation is about using RU58841 for hair loss after finasteride didn't work, with the user considering trying RU before minoxidil. Another user suggests trying oral dutasteride and oral minoxidil first.

      community Topical finasteride in liposomal formulation

      in Finasteride  5 upvotes 6 years ago
      Topical finasteride in a liposomal formulation reduces systemic absorption compared to ethanol solutions. The user is seeking sources for such products, noting that popular options like morr-f are not liposomal.

      community Duality of (diffuse thinning) man

      in Chat  67 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using finasteride for over two years with mixed results and is considering starting dutasteride and oral minoxidil, though both are hard to obtain. They are also contemplating a hair transplant in the future due to diffuse thinning.
      DUT 0.5mg I need help from the experienced please!

      community DUT 0.5mg I need help from the experienced please!

      in General  128 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user is considering starting dutasteride (DUT) 0.5mg for hair loss due to lack of access to finasteride and is concerned about potential side effects. They seek guidance on whether to begin this treatment.

      community Cmon Pyrilutamide and CosmeRNA 😭

      in Chat  34 upvotes 3 years ago
      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 Put P5P in my shampoo, reduced itch a lot!

      in Chat  4 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user added P5P (vitamin B6) to their shampoo to reduce scalp itch, which improved significantly. They have been using finasteride for hair loss but are exploring additional treatments like topical antiandrogens and prolactin inhibitors.

      community RU58841 vehicle penetration (Study for minoxidil)

      in Treatment  12 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user mixes their own RU58841 solution and found that increasing the ethanol content improved absorption and reduced scalp itching. A study on minoxidil showed that penetration increased with higher ethanol concentrations, reaching maximum penetration at 90% ethanol.

      community 28M 0.5MG DUT 5MG MIN - PROGRESS PIC & THANKS

      in Progress Pictures  78 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 28-year-old male shares progress on hair loss treatment using 0.5mg dutasteride and 5mg minoxidil, experiencing initial shedding but encouraged by community support. He also uses ketoconazole occasionally based on scalp oiliness.

      community VDPHL01 phase-2/3 results comparison

      in Research/Science  128 upvotes 2 months ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, focusing on a new slow-release oral minoxidil compared to topical minoxidil and finasteride. The results show that twice-daily dosing of the new treatment is slightly more effective than once-daily, but concerns about cost, side effects, and the accuracy of reported results remain.

      community Is Breezula The Real Deal?

      in Question  19 upvotes 7 years ago
      The conversation is about the effectiveness of Breezula for hair loss, with skepticism expressed due to lack of scientific proof and mixed results from those using Breezula and RU58841. Some are waiting for clinical trial results before trying treatments like Breezula and SM04554.

      community Pyrilutamide vs topical finasteride

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is considering switching to topical finasteride or pyrilutamide to stabilize hair loss before a hair transplant, currently using oral minoxidil and finasteride. Suggestions include sticking to the current regimen as it is already potent, and caution against using pyrilutamide from unreliable sources.

      community cosmeRNA finally now it's pyrilutamide turn

      in Chat  48 upvotes 3 years ago
      Hair loss treatments discussed include cosmeRNA, minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, and pyrilutamide. Users debate effectiveness, side effects, and upcoming treatments, with some expressing skepticism and others optimism.

      community Dutasteride 5mg progress report

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  7 upvotes 3 months ago
      A user reports significant hair shedding and regrowth after increasing their dutasteride dosage to 5mg, alongside using RU58841, minoxidil, and topical finasteride, with no side effects. They recommend high doses of dutasteride, sourced from China, despite concerns about its safety.

      community This true? Sult1a1 enzyme booster 2025

      in Technology  8 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses the potential effectiveness of a Sult1a1 enzyme booster in enhancing the results of minoxidil for hair loss. Users express interest in the booster, hoping it will improve the effectiveness of oral minoxidil, especially for those who struggle with topical application.