Minoxidil and finasteride are being considered for hairloss due to seborrheic dermatitis and male pattern baldness. The user is also using ketoconazole and zinc pyrithione shampoo.
Hairloss can be influenced by chronic low-level allergies, and treatments like fexofenadine or topical cetirizine may help with regrowth. The user avoids finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil, and has tried Regenera Activa and PRF sessions.
The user shared their hairloss treatment routine, which includes caffeine shampoo, 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 hairloss.
27-year-old female experiences aggressive hair thinning and hirsutism despite normal testosterone levels. Spironolactone and 2% minoxidil were ineffective; high DHEA sulfate levels may be the cause.
The user discusses a galenic hair lotion containing progesterone, estradiol, cyproterone, hydrocortisone butyrate, and cetirizine pheniramine, which has effectively stopped their hairloss 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.
A user is experiencing hairloss at NW 5 and is using finasteride, which is causing side effects like dry eyes and loss of libido. They are considering continuing with minoxidil and finasteride or opting for a hair transplant, feeling depressed about their situation.
A 25-year-old shares progress on hair regrowth using finasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, Alpecin caffeine shampoo, and topical minoxidil, noting improved hair health but persistent temple thinning. They consider switching to oral minoxidil, adding microneedling, and possibly a hair transplant after one year.
The user is experiencing hairloss despite using Dutasteride and plans to try RU58841, considering adding Oral Minoxidil. They express frustration with diffuse thinning and seek advice on managing hairloss.
A user shared their 10-month hairloss treatment progress using 1mg Fin, 2.5mg oral Min, Keto shampoo, dermastamping, and recently added Dut. Replies noted the user had great hair before and after treatment.
The user experienced side effects from finasteride and found improved mood and performance with DHT, but it worsened hairloss. They are considering options like TRT, HCG, and topical treatments like Saw Palmetto, but struggle with balancing hair preservation and functionality.
The conversation discusses using cetirizine (Zyrtec) topically to relieve scalp itch associated with hairloss and suggests it may also benefit androgenetic alopecia (AGA). One person found relief from scalp itch after three months on finasteride, noting the itch was linked to areas where hair was lost.
The conversation discusses using Pyrilutamide 1% as a potential treatment for hairloss, with some users combining it with minoxidil and finasteride. Experiences vary, with some reporting shedding and no progress, while others remain hopeful for future results.
A user has been taking finasteride for 5 months with no improvement in diffuse hairloss and suspects high levels of prolactin, cortisol, progesterone, and DHEAS, as well as iron, might be contributing to the issue. They are also taking vitamin D to address a deficiency.
The user shared their successful hair regrowth using oral finasteride, minoxidil foam, a custom topical solution, ketoconazole shampoo, and microneedling, resulting in significant improvement at the crown. However, they experienced hairline recession after switching to a topical solution with finasteride and minoxidil, raising concerns about its effectiveness.
Female with PCOS experiences receding and thinning hair, wants dutasteride instead of spironolactone. Discusses desire to reduce DHT without losing libido.
AMP-303 and AMP-601 are new hairloss treatments targeting dermal papilla cells, with AMP-303 showing early efficacy in transitioning vellus hairs to terminal hairs after one injection. Further clinical trials are planned, and these treatments are seen as promising due to their biologic approach and less frequent application compared to daily treatments.
The user has been using finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841 for hairloss but is experiencing worsening hair density despite treatment. They are frustrated and confused as their hairline remains unchanged, but the overall hair thickness has decreased significantly.
Clascoterone, an acne treatment that blocks DHT, is being developed for scalp use against hairloss. The conversation also mentions Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 as treatments.
The conversation discusses the safety and effectiveness of a hairloss drug, GT20029, and the possibility of infrequent application, with users hoping for once-daily use and speculating on the drug's duration of effect on the scalp. Specific treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
The user started losing hair at 20 and began using minoxidil. After seeing further hairloss, they switched to finasteride, causing more hair shedding. They are now using minoxidil, finasteride (topical and oral), microneedling, and ketoconazole shampoo for recovery.
Hairloss treatments discussed include microneedling, minoxidil, tretinoin, finasteride, dutasteride, pumpkin seeds, saw palmetto, and scalp massage. The consensus is that finasteride or dutasteride is necessary for significant regrowth, while other methods may only slow hairloss.
A 21-year-old man shared his 2.5-year experience with hairloss treatments, including 1mg Propecia (finasteride) nightly, 12.5% Minoxidil once daily, 2% Nizoral shampoo 2-4 times a week, and later 5% Minoxidil once daily. He experienced minor side effects like watery semen and itchy scalp, and while he's seen fluctuations in hair growth, he's generally happy with the results and is considering experimental treatments like CB-03-01 and RU58841.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth using a regimen of 1 mg finasteride daily, minoxidil twice daily, ketoconazole shampoo weekly, dermastamping weekly, and tretinoin. They reported no side effects and emphasized the importance of committing to the treatment.
The user shared progress after two months of using finasteride, serioxyl, and NOOANCE casque Pro for alopecia. They are documenting their hairloss treatment journey.
The user experienced continued hairloss and scalp itch despite using finasteride and switching to dutasteride. They sought advice on managing these issues, with suggestions including adjusting medication frequency and trying different shampoos.
The conversation is about hairloss and the possibility of maintaining a full head of hair while using anabolic steroids. Some users believe that having good hair genes and taking hairloss protocols can help prevent hairloss while on steroids.
The user stopped using Alfatradiol after 4 months due to no hair improvement and side effects like dry scalp and gallbladder pain. They are considering trying topilutamide, which is suggested as an alternative.
A 42-year-old male experienced hair regrowth using a topical treatment of finasteride, ketoconazole, and minoxidil, noticing increased hair density and reduced hairloss over a year. He plans to switch to oral finasteride and continue using topical minoxidil, with a dermatologist's guidance.