Dutasteride and finasteride can cause watery ejaculate, which may persist for some users. Zinc supplements or switching to topical treatments are suggested to alleviate this side effect.
The user has been using finasteride for six years and minoxidil for three years with no noticeable hair regrowth. Suggestions include switching to dutasteride, considering a hair transplant, and trying microneedling.
A user has been experiencing hair loss since 2013 and has tried various treatments including finasteride, minoxidil, fluridil, pantostin, stemoxydine, microneedling, and Nizoral. They reported improvement after adding antiandrogens and other treatments in July of the previous year but stopped finasteride due to erectile dysfunction.
The user is trying alternative hair loss treatments like caffeineshampoo and dermarolling before considering minoxidil or other advanced treatments, and has noticed an increase in vellus hairs and some strong terminal hairs after two months of daily caffeineshampoo use. They plan to continue the treatment and document progress.
Mixing charcoal, Ketoconazole, and caffeinated shampoo is questioned for potential interaction, specifically if charcoal inactivates other ingredients. Charcoal is used for seborrheic dermatitis, while caffeine is thought to improve scalp blood flow.
One study suggests a 0.2% caffeine concentration is nearly as effective as 5% minoxidil for hair loss, while other findings indicate that concentrations between 0.001% and 0.005% are more effective, with 0.001% being the most effective. There is no clear consensus on the optimal caffeine concentration for hair loss treatment.
The conversation discusses hair loss shampoos, highlighting those containing caffeine and adenosine. It also mentions treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
OP used finasteride, topical minoxidil, microneedling, and caffeineshampoo for hair loss. After 4 months, they saw progress with new, lighter-colored hairs.
The post discusses an 18-month hair regrowth journey using finasteride and minoxidil, along with natural supplements and caffeineshampoo, showing new hair growth around the hairline. The individual has also scheduled a hair transplant for the end of the month.
The conversation discusses a hair loss treatment involving a hair transplant of approximately 2500 grafts to the frontal area, daily use of finasteride, twice-daily topical minoxidil, and daily caffeineshampoo since the hair transplant procedure. One person is skeptical about the improvement in the crown area with just finasteride and minoxidil.
The user shared progress on hair loss treatment between September and November using oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, dermarolling, a LaserComb, caffeineshampoo, Nizoral, scalp massages, and both oral and topical biotin. The conversation discusses the effectiveness of these treatments.
Caffeine ointment was mentioned as being as effective as Minoxidil for hair loss treatment without the side effects. Caffeine is also found in some shampoos.
The conversation discusses whether topical caffeine is effective for hair loss, with some users questioning its role due to its vasoconstrictive and vasodilative properties, while another suggests that temporary vasoconstriction might be beneficial by promoting angiogenesis. Specific treatments mentioned include caffeineshampoo, which one user believes is ineffective.
The conversation is about finding effective hair loss shampoos with active ingredients like ketoconazole, caffeine, saw palmetto, or zinc pyrithione. The user seeks recommendations on effective products, side effects, scalp sensitivity, and usage frequency.
The conversation is about finding a suitable daily shampoo for thin, low-volume hair while using treatments like oral finasteride and minoxidil with caffeine and tretinoin. Recommendations include L’Oréal Ever Pure, baby shampoo, and Waterman’s Grow Me, with some users suggesting ketoconazole for scalp health.
Users discuss their preferred daily shampoos for hair loss, mentioning products like Nizoral, rosemary shampoo, caffeineshampoo, and biotin shampoo. Some also use shampoos containing minoxidil and ketoconazole.
A user is experiencing an itchy scalp after using a shampoo containing biotin, saw palmetto, and caffeine, and is questioning if it's due to the shampoo or balding. They are seeking feedback on others' experiences with similar shampoos.
The user plans to treat hair loss with topical minoxidil mixed with caffeine and melatonin, keto shampoo, and oral saw palmetto. They aim to stimulate hair growth, block DHT, and prolong the growth phase without using finasteride or dutasteride.
A 20-year-old has been using 1mg of dutasteride daily, caffeineshampoo, Nizoral shampoo 2-4 times a week, and pumpkin seed pills for hair growth, noticing regrowth since October. Initial shedding occurred, but improvements are felt, especially at the back of the hair.
The conversation is about a user considering Dr. Groot shampoo for hair loss while already using oral minoxidil, finasteride (transitioning to dutasteride), and birth control. The user is curious about the potential benefits of caffeine in the shampoo for pattern baldness.
The conversation discusses the effectiveness of Urbanman Australia Hair Growth shampoo, which contains rosemary and castor oils, but likely in low concentrations. The shampoo may improve scalp condition but is not expected to significantly impact hair growth; it also contains caffeine and has antibacterial, antifungal, and antidandruff properties.
The user has been using topical 5% Minoxidil, 0.1% Finasteride, dermastamping, 2% ketoconazole, and a DHT-blocking shampoo with saw palmetto, caffeine, biotin, and argan oil for hair loss. Despite some baby hair growth on one side, the user is experiencing continued hairline recession and shedding, leading to distress.
The user experienced significant hair improvement after four months using oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, and a daily caffeineshampoo, with no side effects. The discussion includes varying opinions on the effectiveness and side effects of finasteride.
The user is using caffeineshampoo with baicapil, microneedling, massage, and procapil lotion for hair loss. Replies suggest the user is balding and recommend finasteride.
The user shared their hair loss treatment routine, which includes caffeineshampoo, The Ordinary Hair Serum, red light therapy, topical finasteride, topical minoxidil, Nizoral shampoo, and dermarolling. They previously used oral finasteride but stopped due to travel, resulting in rapid hair loss.
A user is taking 1mg oral finasteride daily and using a Korean caffeine scalp shampoo for hair loss, reporting positive growth after one month without side effects. Another user suggests waiting six months for more noticeable results.
A 43-year-old man started treatment for hair loss with finasteride, minoxidil, Qilib rebalance, and Trigain Caffeineshampoo, and is taking vitamin D supplements. He hopes to share positive results after a few months.
A user shared their experience with hair loss treatments, including RU58841, ketoconazole shampoo, caffeineshampoo, and topical finasteride. They found RU58841 effective for diffuse thinning but experienced severe hair loss after stopping it; topical finasteride worked well for a receding hairline but caused side effects. They also use a charcoal shampoo and practice scalp massages.