A 31-year-old started taking finasteride 1mg daily to address hair loss, hoping for stronger and thicker hair. They have not experienced any side effects so far and shared before pictures for comparison.
The user uses rosemary oil, finasteride, ketoconazole, Minoxidil, and Anagenics RU58841 for hair loss treatment. They hope rosemary oil will improve scalp health.
Ecklonia cava is suggested as an alternative to finasteride and dutasteride for hair growth, potentially offering benefits without their side effects. It is promoted for anti-aging, mood enhancement, and cognitive support.
An 18-year-old experiencing aggressive hair loss is considering whether to obtain a finasteride prescription through an online consult to save money instead of visiting a dermatologist. The user is seeking advice on the cost-effectiveness of these options.
A user tried to advise someone on hair loss treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841, but the person didn't listen. Others supported the effort but noted it's up to the individual to take the advice.
A user is experimenting with creating a DIY oral Dutasteride solution using raw powder, MCT oil, and Vitamin E to reduce costs. Others discuss their experiences with similar methods and the challenges of sourcing and testing Dutasteride.
Switching from ketoconazole to a ciclopirox and zinc pyrithione shampoo significantly reduced hair fall. The user is considering whether to continue using ketoconazole occasionally or combine both shampoos weekly.
RU58841 from rudirect caused more hair shedding and itch, while anageninc's RU58841 improved the situation. Users are concerned about the quality and authenticity of RU58841 from different suppliers, including those from China.
The post expresses frustration over the unavailability of pure topical finasteride in India despite the developed pharma industry. The user seeks advice on making it at home and its effectiveness.
People discuss the high cost of brand name finasteride and dutasteride, suggesting generics as cheaper alternatives. They share prices from various regions, highlighting significant cost differences.
A new brand is seeking 10 U.S.-based individuals aged 25+ experiencing hair loss to test a topical product containing GHK-Cu and Acetyl Tetrapeptide-3. Participants must not be using other treatments like finasteride or minoxidil and will provide feedback and photos.
The user is treating male pattern baldness with oral minoxidil, ketoconazole, derma rolling, rosemary oil, and topical minoxidil, and is considering adding finasteride. They are debating between three finasteride dosing strategies: 1mg daily, 1.25mg every other day, or 1.25mg five days a week, focusing on efficacy, safety, and cost.
The user experienced significant hair shedding after one month of using finasteride 1 mg every other day and minoxidil 2.5 mg daily. They also use ketoconazole shampoo 2% every other day.
Pyrilutamide is an experimental hair loss treatment, with users discussing its availability and cost from sources like Anagen Inc, Actifolic, and MinoxidilMax. Some users express concerns about product authenticity and suggest waiting for further trial results to assess its safety and effectiveness.
Clascoterone 5% topical solution shows promise for treating male-pattern hair loss by blocking DHT at the follicle without systemic absorption, potentially offering fewer side effects than oral treatments like finasteride. While results are promising, long-term safety and effectiveness need further study, and it may serve as a starting point for developing more effective treatments.
Thicair is a product combining microneedling and subdural vitamins for hair loss, containing ingredients like Panax Ginseng Root Extract and Copper Tripeptide-1. Users are skeptical, with one calling it "quackery."
The conversation discusses the potential of GT20029 to stop hair loss and possibly regrow hair, considering the body's regenerative abilities. No specific treatments were mentioned due to the original post being removed.
User shares one-year hair transplant results with 3633 FUE grafts. Responses discuss improved appearance, hairline looking pluggy, and doctor's location in Ottawa, Canada.
A group buy for hair loss treatments including Harmine 19a, TM5614, Abiraterone Acetate, and others. A compound, BMS-202, that can potentially reverse gray hair is also mentioned.
The conversation discusses sourcing pure latanoprost from the gray market for research and making a homemade solution. Concerns about potential dangers and experiences with this method are raised.
CB-03-01 is a topical anti-androgen with low absorption, offering potential as a side-effect-free alternative to Finasteride/Dutasteride for hair loss. It's in stage 2 clinical trials for acne and showing promise for male pattern baldness.
Finasteride and dutasteride are significantly cheaper in India, leading to substantial savings for users. There are discussions on the effectiveness of oral minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss, with concerns about the quality of generic medications.
The user is experiencing hair shedding after using a multipeptide hair growth serum and is concerned about losing baby hair. They are questioning whether they should stop using the serum due to this shedding.
RepliCel has purchased Trichoscience, and they have a video about hair multiplication. The conversation also mentions treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
User 74775446 shares successful hair regrowth results using dermaroller/pen and minoxidil. Others discuss their experiences and concerns about finasteride side effects.
People are discussing the group buy and availability of KX-826 for hair loss treatment, with shipments expected around March-April. There is interest in finding more information and joining future group buys.
A 50-year-old user shared progress after one year on oral finasteride 1mg/day, oral minoxidil 2.5mg/day, and ketoconazole shampoo, with no side effects, but plans to switch to dutasteride 0.5mg/day due to recent hair loss. Other users commented on the visible improvement and discussed the potential impact of switching treatments.
The user shared progress after one year of using Minoxidil, rosemary oil, and dermarolling for hair loss, noting fuller hair despite some scalp exposure. Another user inquired about the dermarolling process and frequency.
The post discusses one year of using finasteride, minoxidil, and dermarolling for hair loss. The user shares progress pictures showing positive results.