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      community I was very very very very very very very very wrong

      in Ketoconazole  48 upvotes 7 months ago
      Nizoral, a ketoconazole shampoo, can cause scalp dryness and hair shedding if overused. Users discuss alternatives like Selsun Blue, finasteride, and dutasteride for managing hair loss and seborrheic dermatitis.

      community How long do you keep ru-58841 on?

      in Product  1 upvotes 8 months ago
      The conversation discusses the application of RU58841 for hair loss, with the user applying 1.75 mg at 5% concentration for half an hour daily. The user mentions managing seborrheic dermatitis while using this treatment.

      community Hairline regrowth but massive diffuse shedding

      in Chat  1 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user is experiencing diffuse shedding but also hairline regrowth after starting finasteride, switching to dutasteride, and using oral minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and RU58841. Other users advise patience, suggesting that the treatments need more time to show results and caution against using too many medications simultaneously.

      community Do you know any alternative to Minoxidil ?

      in Minoxidil  2 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user experienced side effects from oral minoxidil and is seeking alternatives like Stemoxydine, Aminexil, and Redensyl + Procapil. They have been using finasteride for four years and are considering other treatments due to concerns about side effects.

      community Seeking Advice After Frustrating Dermatologist Visits: Min/Fin vs Supplements

      in General  119 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user is frustrated with dermatologists who dismiss Minoxidil and finasteride as unsafe, instead recommending mustard oil, PRP, zinc supplements, and hair products. The user feels these suggestions are ineffective and is considering starting Minoxidil and finasteride despite the dermatologists' advice.

      community Topical - Lantoprost .01%, MIN 10% DUT .05%, Hydrocortisone 1% Progrestron .025%

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 10 months ago
      A user was prescribed a topical treatment for hair loss including Latanoprost, Minoxidil, Dutasteride, Hydrocortisone, and Progesterone, after using an oral Minoxidil and Finasteride combo without significant results. Concerns were raised about the long-term use of hydrocortisone, with suggestions to consult a doctor regularly.

      community Topical Min 5% - Keto 2% shampoo 2x week - Tretnoin 0.025% - 6 Months update

      in Is this regrowth?  13 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user is experiencing hair loss and has been using topical Minoxidil 5%, Keto 2% shampoo, and Tretinoin 0.025% for six months, with plans to start topical Finasteride 0.1% soon. They are advised to focus on DHT blockers like Finasteride and consider additional tests and supplements to address potential deficiencies and scalp health.

      community 18M Unsure About Topical vs. Oral Fin After Shedding, Started Feb 2024

      in General  117 upvotes 11 months ago
      An 18-year-old is experiencing hair loss and has been using topical minoxidil consistently for over a year, with some improvement in hair density. They tried switching to a combination of topical finasteride and minoxidil but experienced possible side effects, so they returned to using only minoxidil, along with biotin and dermarolling, and are seeking advice on whether finasteride might still be effective for them.
      25M I need help

      community 25M I need help

      in General  54 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using oral finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss but is considering switching back to topical minoxidil due to persistent scalp issues. Another user suggests an anti-inflammation regimen and oral dutasteride.

      community Topical 5% Min - 2% Keto shampoo - 4 months update - 26M out

      in Is this regrowth?  10 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 26-year-old male experiencing hair loss since 2020 is using topical 5% Minoxidil and 2% Ketoconazole shampoo for four months, still experiencing significant shedding. He is considering cutting his hair short and has not yet started DHT blockers like Finasteride or Dutasteride.

      community Anyone have multi week sheds from ru?

      in Chat  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced increased hair shedding after using RU58841, despite initial improvements in scalp condition and appearance. They are considering stopping RU58841 to see if shedding decreases.

      community Any way to help Dutasteride depression?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses the user's experience with depression after starting Dutasteride for hair loss, considering whether to lower the dose or try supplements like nootropics. Another user suggests that stopping Dutasteride might not resolve the depression and warns against attributing all issues to the medication.

      community What ketoconazole shampoo do you use?

      in Ketoconazole  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      Users discuss ketoconazole shampoos for hair loss, mentioning Nizoral, selsun blue, and alternatives like prescription strength options and compounded lotions to reduce dryness. Some users suggest using finasteride and minoxidil instead, questioning the cost-benefit of ketoconazole.

      community for those whose hair loss started with accutane

      in Chat  18 upvotes 1 year ago
      Accutane use led to hair loss and seborrheic dermatitis for many, with treatments like dutasteride, minoxidil, and Nutrafol being used to manage symptoms. Some users reported improvement, while others experienced persistent issues or side effects from treatments like finasteride.

      community 22M - Doctor Said Hair Loss From Stress, Minoxidil Helped But Now It’s Back Worse. What Now?

      in General  117 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 22-year-old experiencing hair loss, initially attributed to stress, found temporary relief with minoxidil but faced increased shedding after stopping and restarting the treatment. The advice given suggests the hair loss may be due to androgenic alopecia rather than stress, recommending consistent use of minoxidil and considering finasteride, with a suggestion to seek a second opinion from another dermatologist.

      community Any good Trichologist/Dermatologist in Belgium?

      in General  37 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is seeking a knowledgeable trichologist or dermatologist in Belgium for a thorough scalp examination due to diffuse thinning and a previous diagnosis of male pattern baldness. They are interested in procedures like a trichogram and scalp biopsy.

      community Dutasteride accelerated my hairloss, no shed tho

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride 1 year ago
      A user experienced worsening hair recession after adding 0.5 mg daily dutasteride to their regimen of topical minoxidil and finasteride, despite no initial shedding. They plan to continue monitoring the situation, as others suggest it may be too early to see results and recommend blood tests to check DHT levels.

      community can saw palmetto help me even a little bit (17m)

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 17-year-old is considering using saw palmetto for hair loss until they can get finasteride, while currently using minoxidil and ketoconazole. Users suggest that saw palmetto is weak, and recommend continuing minoxidil and ketoconazole until finasteride is available.

      community Fin+Tret+Min 4 month progress pics

      in Progress Pictures  8 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about hair loss treatment progress using a combination of 0.1% finasteride, 0.025% tretinoin solution, and 2.5mg oral minoxidil. Users express positive reactions and hope for similar results.