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      community I had claude create a protocol only using fda approved drugs.

      in Research/Science  4 upvotes 5 months ago
      A new hair loss protocol using FDA-approved topical treatments targets eight pathways, potentially improving results by 60-75% compared to the standard 40-50% from oral minoxidil and finasteride. The protocol includes minoxidil, finasteride, tacrolimus, cetirizine, bimatoprost, lithium gluconate, losartan, melatonin, NAC, caffeine, and tretinoin, with a monthly cost of $35-50 in Mexico and $80-150 in the US.

      community 3month progress Oral Fin. Topical Min

      in Is this regrowth?  37 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user is experiencing hair regrowth after using oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, biotin, multivitamins, vitamin D, and dutasteride. They also use ketoconazole shampoo and Revita density shampoo to manage flakes and improve hair thickness.

      community Do we have to be junkies? That's funny

      in Research/Science  12 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses using finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, cialis, and metformin to protect hair and health. Some users caution against self-prescribing these drugs due to potential risks and complications.

      community MinoxiBoost - SULT1A1 Enzyme booster journey

      in Minoxidil  7 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user has tried topical Minoxidil and oral Minoxidil for beard and scalp hair growth with minimal results, and has been on Finasteride for 7 months with stabilized scalp hair but no facial hair improvement. They are considering using a SULT1A1 enzyme booster to enhance results and are questioning its effectiveness without concurrent topical Minoxidil application.

      community 1 year on fin. No results. I give up.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  43 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user who has been taking finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling for one year with no results, and the replies discuss other treatments, including dutasteride, which is feared due to potential side effects.

      community One year later here are my results

      in Progress Pictures  207 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair growth after using oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, and microneedling weekly for a year. They initially had low libido but resolved it by taking finasteride at night.

      community Why Hair Loss Needs Proper Diagnosis (Dermatologist Insight)

      in Treatment  66 upvotes 4 months ago
      Hair loss requires proper diagnosis as it can have various causes, and treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride are often used. Many people express frustration with dermatologists and turn to self-research and alternative sources for treatment.

      community 1 year of dut 0.5mg and minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  172 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user shared impressive hair regrowth results after one year of using dutasteride 0.5 mg, oral minoxidil 2.5 mg, and weekly dermastamping. They experienced no negative side effects and plan to stop using topical minoxidil soon.

      community 7 years of maintenance without finasteride

      in Progress Pictures  17 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user maintained their hair for 7 years using alfatradiol, fluridil (later switched to pyrilutamide), minoxidil 5%, and Nizoral shampoo without finasteride due to side effects. Despite some family history of hair loss, the user believes their hair loss is not aggressive.

      community Crown slowly coming back from the dead

      in Is this regrowth?  399 upvotes 8 months ago
      A user shared their hair regrowth journey using a comprehensive treatment plan including oral minoxidil, oral dutasteride, topical minoxidil, Nizoral shampoo, microneedling, and various supplements. They reported noticeable improvement in their crown area after 4.5 months, with only minor side effects like forehead pimples.

      community Crown recovery - November 2024 to now. Crazy!

      in Progress Pictures  2117 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 29-year-old shared their hair recovery progress using a liposomal topical finasteride/minoxidil solution, LLLT helmet, and vitamins, noting that transplants were only on the hairline. They highlighted the effectiveness of their regimen and addressed skepticism with photos.

      community Lowering dose of Oral Minoxidil?

      in Minoxidil  108 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user plans to lower their oral minoxidil dose from 5 mg to 2.5 mg to reduce side effects like puffiness and hypertrichosis, while also using finasteride and accutane. They are considering caffeine serums for puffiness and discussing dietary changes or switching to topical minoxidil to address bloating.

      community Crown progress Nov 2024 to March 2025. Full recovery possible?

      in Progress Pictures  279 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 29-year-old is using liposomal topical finasteride/minoxidil and low-level light therapy (LLLT) to improve hair growth, showing significant progress in crown recovery. The user prefers liposomal topicals to avoid side effects from oral finasteride and uses the iRestore Essential device for LLLT.

      community 14 months into fin + min and my hair is way worse than before

      in Chat  22 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced worsening hair loss despite using finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling. Suggestions included reducing microneedling frequency, switching to oral minoxidil, adding tretinoin, and considering dutasteride.

      community Are they going to Ban Finasteride in the EU ?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  68 upvotes 1 year ago
      There is concern about a potential ban on finasteride in the EU, but many believe it is unlikely unless serious side effects are found. Users rely on finasteride for hair loss and other health benefits, and a petition has been created to oppose any restrictions.

      community Seb derm is eating my hair?!?!

      in Chat  41 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 22-year-old male is experiencing hair loss due to seborrheic dermatitis, not male pattern baldness, and is seeking advice. Suggestions include using Nizoral, sulfate-free and ketoconazole shampoos, cutting hair short, using cold water, avoiding picking scabs, and trying selenium sulfide shampoo or finasteride.

      community 3 months dutasteride 0.5 mg only

      in Progress Pictures  89 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user's progress after three months of taking dutasteride 0.5 mg to treat their hair loss; other users suggested cutting the frizzy hair and adding minoxidil, while others cautioned against it.

      community 5 Months Finasteride + Minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  676 upvotes 3 years ago
      This user has achieved impressive results after 5 months of using Finasteride and Minoxidil, which appear to have stopped hair loss and stimulated new growth. They have also incorporated derma pen treatments and supplements such as Zinc picolinate and DMAE into their regimen.

      community Just started ru58841, ask me anything.

      in Research/Science  14 upvotes 5 months ago
      The conversation discusses a hair loss treatment regimen including oral dutasteride, oral minoxidil, tadalafil, and the recent addition of RU58841. The user shares experiences with these treatments, noting significant hair regrowth and stabilization, and discusses the cost and preparation of RU58841.

      community Finasteride only - 2 years progress

      in Progress Pictures  284 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user experienced positive hair regrowth using finasteride for two years, with no side effects, and recently added minoxidil foam to address temple volume. Other users shared similar experiences with finasteride, noting varying results and some concerns about side effects, but overall satisfaction with hair maintenance.

      community Something not talked about in the hair transplant industry

      in Transplants  111 upvotes 8 months ago
      Hair transplant success largely depends on individual biology, with many patients needing multiple procedures to achieve satisfactory density. Even top surgeons can't guarantee results, and many people use additional treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride.