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      Compunded Oral Minoxidil, As Efficient As Tablet Variants?

      community Compunded Oral Minoxidil, As Efficient As Tablet Variants?

      in Minoxidil  146 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user discusses using compounded oral minoxidil due to the ineffectiveness and inconvenience of topical minoxidil for diffuse thinning. They question the efficacy of compounded minoxidil compared to original tablet forms and express concerns about the importance of excipients and binders.

      community is Oleanic acid a DHT blocker ?

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user is experiencing hair thinning and is using a peptide with oleanic acid as a DHT blocker, along with minoxidil, while waiting for topical finasteride. They plan to use a combination of minoxidil, finasteride, dermastamp, ketoconazole, and scalp massages, but are advised to stick to proven treatments like finasteride and minoxidil.

      community Topical Dutasteride - Non-Hormonal, Side Effect Free 5ARI

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  26 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses the effectiveness and skepticism around topical dutasteride for hair loss, with mentions of combining it with other treatments like minoxidil and oral medications. Some users doubt its efficacy due to lack of independent studies and potential conflicts of interest.

      community Recommend stemoxydine as an adjunct therapy

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user has been using finasteride, minoxidil, retinoid, and occasional microneedling for hair loss with good results. They recently added stemoxydine, which improved their hair further, and suggest trying it, especially in the EU where it's easily available.

      community Side effects of topical azelaic acid?

      in Research/Science  4 upvotes 5 years ago
      Azelaic acid is considered a strong DHT inhibitor with no reported sexual side effects, making it a potential alternative for those who cannot use finasteride. It can be used with minoxidil, but may cause skin irritation.

      community Latanoprost- an effective medication

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 1 month ago
      Latanoprost is discussed as a potential hair loss treatment, noted for its synergy with minoxidil and 5-AR inhibitors, but concerns include its effectiveness on scalp hair, cost, and potential skin darkening. Some users express interest in trying latanoprost or bimatoprost despite limited real-world evidence.

      community What is worth dissolving in topical minoxidil solution?

      in Treatment  3 upvotes 1 year ago
      Switching from minoxidil foam to topical solution and considering adding caffeine, melatonin, or cetirizine. Currently using 2.5mg oral minoxidil and 1mg oral finasteride, planning to ask for 0.5mg oral dutasteride and 5mg oral minoxidil.

      community Is this hierarchy of topical anti androgens accurate?

      in Ketoconazole  6 upvotes 3 years ago
      User on fin, minox, and ketoconazole seeks to add another topical anti-androgen. Hierarchy of effectiveness: 1. RU55841, 2. Fluridil - Eucapil, 3. CB-03-01 - Breezula, 4. Ketoconazole; alfatradiol suggested as addition.

      community A Technical Question About Pyrilutamide

      in Research/Science  5 upvotes 2 years ago
      Pyrilutamide is believed to be more effective than RU58841 and 1 mg finasteride in treating hair loss, with no systemic hormonal effects and the potential to block more than 31% of scalp DHT. It may also antagonize scalp testosterone due to its action as an androgen receptor antagonist.

      community RU and cetosomal minoxidil topical

      in Minoxidil  1 upvotes 2 months ago
      Mixing RU58841 with cetosomal minoxidil is discussed due to scalp irritation from ethanol PG vehicles. A mixture of the two turned bright pink when left to dry.

      community Effects of 2% vs 5% min for sebderm

      in Minoxidil  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      Switching from 2% liquid minoxidil to 5% foam minoxidil reduced scalp irritation but increased eyebrow flakiness and thinning. The user speculates that propylene glycol in the liquid formulation might have been protecting against seborrheic dermatitis while causing contact dermatitis.

      community Is Stemoxydine a DHT blocker.?

      in Product  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      Stemoxydine is not a DHT blocker; it works independently to stimulate hair growth. Users discussed its function and clarified it does not block DHT.

      community Korea launches 1st OTC hair loss drug

      in Treatment  31 upvotes 4 years ago
      Korea launched its first OTC oral hair loss drug, dexpanthenol B5. Users discuss its anti-oxidative and anti-inflammatory effects but note a lack of efficacy studies.

      community Do antihistamines help with hair loss

      in Treatment  3 upvotes 7 months ago
      A user experienced hair loss and texture changes, tried minoxidil and finasteride, and considered antihistamines like Cetirizine for potential histamine issues. They reported improved alertness but continued shedding.

      community If I can’t tolerate 5ari, should I try Pyrilutamide 1%?

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation is about considering pyrilutamide 1% as an alternative treatment for hair loss due to intolerance to 5-alpha reductase inhibitors. Some users suggest it might be effective, while others view it as a temporary solution.

      community Temple revival. Dropping Oral min.

      in Chat  4 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user experienced negative side effects from oral minoxidil, including cardiac issues and excessive sweating, and decided to switch to topical minoxidil while using other treatments like RU58841, Setipiprant, Azelaic acid, and latanoprost. Another user suggested splitting the oral minoxidil dose to reduce side effects.

      community Pyrilutamide ,the molecule’s true nature

      in Research  302 upvotes 1 year ago
      Pyrilutamide is a selective AR antagonist with a high binding affinity, making it effective in competing with DHT for androgen receptors. The 1% concentration is more effective than the 0.5%, but the latter may suffice for mild hair loss; the drug is considered a good option for those avoiding 5AR blockers due to side effects.

      community Efficacy and Systemic DHT Suppression of Topical Finasteride vs Dutasteride

      in General  122 upvotes 11 months ago
      Topical dutasteride may have limited absorption due to its higher molecular mass compared to finasteride, potentially affecting its efficacy in suppressing DHT locally. Microneedling might enhance dutasteride absorption, possibly offering stronger local DHT suppression with fewer systemic effects.