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      community Topical Minoxodil vs Oral Minoxodil

      in Minoxidil  92 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user has been using topical minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss but is considering switching to oral minoxidil due to the inconvenience of topical application. Another user cautions that switching forms may cause shedding and that oral minoxidil may have different side effects and results.

      community Epidemic of brand names working wildly different, if at all.

       6 upvotes 6 years ago
      The conversation discusses the variability in effectiveness of medications, including finasteride, and questions whether different manufacturers impact results. The user suggests sharing successful brands to help others identify effective options.

      community 4.5 month of oral min+finasteride

      in Progress Pictures  81 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user experienced thicker hair after 4.5 months using oral finasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, biotin, magnesium, zinc, vitamin D, iodine, and head massages. They also noticed improved muscle gains at the gym, possibly linked to finasteride.

      community Head itch even though I use keto shampoo

      in Ketoconazole  3 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experiences scalp itchiness despite using ketoconazole shampoo and is also taking oral finasteride and minoxidil. Suggestions include trying different shampoos like Head & Shoulders, using salicylic acid products, considering allergies, and consulting a dermatologist for alternatives like Ciclopirox.

      community 6 month progress daily oral fin 1mg, oral min 1.25mg, and topical min

      in Progress Pictures  564 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 35-year-old reported significant hair regrowth after six months of using daily oral finasteride (1mg), oral minoxidil (1.25mg), and topical minoxidil, with no major side effects except increased hair growth in unwanted areas. Noticeable improvements were seen around four months after starting finasteride.

      community Diy dutesteride please help MCT oil or PG?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 7 months ago
      A user is making their own dutasteride solution using MCT oil but is concerned about its effectiveness and bioavailability. They are considering using propylene glycol or adding ethanol for better results, while others suggest the current dosage might be excessive.

      community 3 Months on “Phoenix” 2-in-1 pill (1mg fin + 3mg min oral)

      in Product  1 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user is taking a 2-in-1 pill containing 1mg finasteride and 3mg minoxidil daily, noticing some hair thickening and new hair growth but minimal progress at the back of the head. They are considering adding topical minoxidil or increasing dosage and are unsure if they should change their routine or wait for more results.

      community Took a month break from oral minox, wondering the logistics

      in Minoxidil  1 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 20-year-old stopped oral minoxidil (3mg) for a month due to health concerns and lack of significant results, while continuing topical minoxidil (7%) with tretinoin and finasteride (1mg). They experienced placebo side effects and are considering resuming oral minoxidil, seeking advice on potential setbacks.

      community 2 months of Oral .5 Fin 2.5 Min - Let me know your thoughts!

      in Is this regrowth?  160 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing positive hair regrowth after two months of using oral finasteride (0.5 mg) and minoxidil (2.5 mg) and is considering a hair transplant. They are seeking advice on surgeons closer to the U.S. and discussing potential side effects and alternative treatments.

      community Oral 5mg minoxidil and 1mg finastride

      in Product  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about using 5mg oral minoxidil, 1mg oral finasteride, and Keto shampoo for hair loss, with additional supplements like Biotin, multivitamins, and Vitamin D3 with K2. Suggestions include possibly switching to 2.5mg dutasteride instead of finasteride.

      community DUPA / APHK discussion ( Diffuse unpatterned alopecia / Acquired Progressive Hair Kinkering )

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 7 years ago
      The user discusses their experience with diffuse unpatterned alopecia and acquired progressive hair kinkering, noting improvements with treatments including biotin, pantothenic acid, finasteride, ketoconazole, and zinc pyrithione shampoo. They report thicker, healthier hair and improved scalp condition, attributing success mainly to biotin, pantothenic acid, and finasteride.

      community Thoughts on this procyanidin B2 supplement?

      in Product  5 upvotes 3 years ago
      User found 15% procyanidin B2 supplement and asks if it's legit. Recommended dosage is 400-600mg daily, similar to study, and user wonders if it's effective for hair loss.

      community Is this "Hair growth complex" pill from sons anything?

      in Product  27 upvotes 6 months ago
      The conversation discusses the effectiveness of a "Hair growth complex" pill, with skepticism about its ingredients like saw palmetto and anagain. Users suggest saw palmetto may help slightly with DHT-related hair loss, but it's less effective than finasteride or dutasteride.

      community Physician here AMA – 30M oral Fin 1-1.25 mg daily

      in Update  47 upvotes 3 years ago
      Hair loss treatments, specifically the use of finasteride, microneedling and potentially oral minoxidil. People discussed their experiences with finasteride, its effects on sexual behaviors, as well as potential solutions such as tadalafil or using other growth factor signal peptides for hope in curing male pattern baldness.

      community Question about switching from oral to topical fin

      in Treatments  99 upvotes 6 months ago
      A user experienced hair loss and side effects from oral finasteride, leading them to consider switching to topical finasteride to reduce side effects while maintaining hair. Another user suggested trying dutasteride under medical supervision, noting individual differences in side effects.

      community JXL082 is not PP405 and Everychem followed the wrong lead

      in Research/Science  43 upvotes 10 months ago
      JXL082 is not the same as PP405, leading to a halt in sales and a plan to synthesize the real PP405. There is skepticism about the safety and effectiveness of JXL082 and PP405, with concerns about patent issues and the long-term impact on hair growth.

      community making a clascoterone lotion from powder

      in Technology  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user is considering making a 2% clascoterone lotion from powder due to unavailability in their location. They plan to mix clascoterone powder with retinol lotion and use literature to determine the correct dosage.

      community Looking for Affordable KX 826 Powder

      in Technology  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about finding an affordable source for KX 826 powder for hair loss treatment. One user mentions using it alongside dutasteride and minoxidil.

      community A year on a new protocol: Oral Min and Dut

      in Treatment  30 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user followed a hair loss treatment using 2.5mg oral Minoxidil and 0.5mg oral Dutasteride daily. They initially tried a homemade topical Dutasteride but switched to capsules, achieving impressive results.

      community Topical Finasteride - Affordable options

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  4 upvotes 6 years ago
      The conversation discusses affordable options for topical Finasteride, including products like Morr F, 82F, and Essengen 6 Plus, with concerns about availability and cost. The user is seeking effective and convenient solutions, considering options like compounding pharmacies and homemade solutions.