The conversation discusses using ecklonia cava as a natural alternative to finasteride for hair loss. Users share their experiences and opinions on its effectiveness.
A user beginning to take Pyrilutamide as a treatment for their hair loss, and other users sharing their experiences with the drug or similar treatments such as Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841.
The conversation discusses the use of 12.5mg cyproterone every other day for hair loss. There's a concern about reducing testosterone potentially increasing DHT and negatively affecting hair.
PP405 is a new hair loss treatment in phase 2 trials that may promote hair growth by increasing lactate production and activating hair follicle stem cells. It could potentially replace hormone-disrupting treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride.
Potential treatments for hair loss, specifically the combination of liquid minoxidil and pyrilutamide, with some suggesting that adding finasteride may be beneficial.
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.
A user is quitting ketoconazole shampoo, believing it worsened their hair condition, and plans to use clarifying, keratin, and pH balanced moisturizing shampoos instead. Another user suggests using conditioner after ketoconazole to prevent dryness.
Combining 0.5 mg oral finasteride with topical finasteride and minoxidil during an Enclomiphene cycle may help manage increased DHT levels. Monitoring for side effects is advised.
Caffeine may promote hair growth and potentially inhibit 5-α-reductase activity in hair follicles, but its effectiveness and systemic impact remain unclear. Users discuss using topical caffeine solutions, with some experiencing no side effects compared to finasteride.
Discussing and researching different treatments for hair loss, including RU58841, Dutasteride, Spironolactone, Retin-A, Stemoxydine (Neogenic), Copper peptides, Superoxide Dismutase, NANO, and Eucapil.
Clascoterone is a topical treatment for androgenetic alopecia, showing modest to moderate hair regrowth, and may be available by 2027-2028. It is considered safer than finasteride, with discussions on its effectiveness compared to RU58841 and pyrilutamide.
The user discusses a galenic hair lotion containing progesterone, estradiol, cyproterone, hydrocortisone butyrate, and cetirizine pheniramine, which has effectively stopped their hair loss over two years. They are curious about the compatibility of finasteride with the lotion's components and note that their trichologist has successfully used minoxidil and finasteride in similar treatments for others.
P-1075 is a more potent hair growth agent than Minoxidil, but it poses significant heart risks, making it unsafe for use. Despite promising results in macaques, concerns about its cardiotoxicity in rats have halted its development.
The conversation discusses alternative hair loss treatments beyond the commonly used Minoxidil and Finasteride. One user is trying diclofenac gel, caffeine + antioxidant serum, finasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, and has stopped using Minoxidil due to ineffectiveness, while another user has adopted lifestyle changes like exercise, diet, stress reduction, and topical caffeine, along with scalp massages and microneedling.
The user visited a trichologist due to ineffective topical finasteride treatment for hair loss. The trichologist recommended a new regimen including a two-month course of locoidon (cortisone 0.1%), followed by a solution containing minoxidil, hydrocortisone butirrate, estrone, progesterone, tocopherol acetate, trichosol, and transcutol.
The user has been using oral minoxidil and dutasteride for hair loss without success and is considering adding topical 17α-estradiol, Pyrilutamide, Clascoterone, or cetirizine. They have confirmed low serum DHT levels and are exploring additional treatments due to genetic sensitivity to DHT and prostaglandin D2.
Azelaic acid is discussed as a DHT inhibitor with no reported sexual side effects, but its effectiveness and absorption as a topical treatment are questioned. The user is interested in azelaic acid due to concerns about finasteride affecting penile health.
Tae147 has shared results of using pyrilutamide, a 5% concentration topical solution applied twice daily, in combination with minoxidil, to reduce scalp itchiness and hair shedding. Other users have shared their experiences with the treatment, as well as questions about its availability on the market.
Minoxidil is harmful to pets, especially cats, if they contact it. Users recommend switching to oral minoxidil or taking precautions like washing hands and using head coverings to prevent exposure.
A user experienced significant hair regrowth from Xeljanz after severe alopecia but can no longer afford it. They are seeking ways to obtain the medication despite its high cost and potential side effects.
The conversation is about compounding topical cyclosporine for hair loss, suggesting it needs an oil base like castor oil. The user seeks tips or tricks for the process.
Fluridil and pyrilutamide are equally effective in stabilizing hair loss, with no regrowth observed. The user also uses dutasteride and minoxidil in their treatment.
A user is experiencing scalp flaking from a finasteride/minoxidil topical solution and considers using salicylic acid shampoo to remove propylene glycol residue. Another user suggests trying a leave-in conditioner to address dryness and flaking.
Caffeine may interfere with oral minoxidil because caffeine increases blood pressure while minoxidil lowers it. Users discuss potential interactions and effects on hair loss treatment.
The conversation discusses concerns about the efficacy of pyrilutamide if left in a mailbox for several hours. It also mentions treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 for hair loss.
Low oxytocin levels in hair are linked to reduced empathy and may affect hair growth. Cinnamic acid can promote hair growth by activating oxytocin receptors.
The user started using Pyrilutamide 5% for hair loss and has not experienced side effects after two days. They previously had side effects from Fluridil and topical Minoxidil 5%, and their hair continued thinning with topical Spironolactone.
The conversation is about finding a source for topical valproic acid for hair regrowth. The user mentions PP405 and the unavailability of products from certain suppliers.