The user experienced sideeffects from various hair loss treatments, including RU58841, finasteride, and dutasteride. They are uncertain about what treatment to try next.
A user shared progress on treating female pattern baldness with a topical solution containing Minoxidil, Dutasteride, Tretinoin, Ketoconazole, and Hydrocortisone, along with supplements like Collagen Peptides, NAC, Vitamin C, and Keratin. Another user commented on the impressive results, noting the use of topical Dutasteride.
The conversation discusses using hormones like pregnenolone and tongkat ali to counteract sexual sideeffects from hair loss medications such as finasteride, dutasteride, ketoconazole, and minoxidil. The user stopped the other medications but continues using minoxidil while seeking advice on maintaining libido.
Selenium sulfide shampoo helped with a sore scalp but may cause hair root damage. Users experienced hair loss with selenium sulfide and ketoconazole, suggesting reducing use if hair loss occurs.
A user shared progress pictures showing significant hair regrowth after using a topical solution containing 5% Minoxidil, Finasteride, Redensyl, and Procapyl. The user reported no sideeffects and applies the solution twice daily.
A user questions if a topical compound with finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, retinoic acid, caffeine, and triamcinolone is excessive for hair loss treatment. Another user shares their experience using topical finasteride without issues and notes that alternating finasteride and dutasteride is common.
A user discusses mild/moderate hair loss and considers switching from oral to topical finasteride due to past endocrine issues. They seek feedback on topical finasteride's effectiveness and reputable sources, with replies suggesting Minoxidilmax products as effective alternatives.
PP405 is moving to late-stage trials, showing potential for hair regrowth, with 31% of male patients experiencing a 20% increase in hair density. Veradermics is developing an oral minoxidil version, and there is interest in combining treatments for better results.
The user is using Finasteride gel and considering adding Redensyl to their routine, along with weekly microneedling, but is hesitant to use Minoxidil due to its initial shedding phase. They seek advice on the safety and ideal routine for combining these treatments.
A peptide-based delivery system for finasteride shows promise in reducing systemic sideeffects while maintaining hair growth effectiveness. Combining this with other treatments like minoxidil and RU58841 could enhance results with lower systemic absorption.
The user experienced hair loss after switching to daily microneedling and stopping tretinoin, while continuing oral finasteride, minoxidil, and other treatments. The consensus suggests daily microneedling is excessive and harmful, recommending less frequent sessions to allow healing.
Saw palmetto, a 5-alpha reductase inhibitor, caused unexpected sideeffects like breast changes and altered semen consistency, which resolved after stopping its use. Concerns about similar sideeffects with finasteride or dutasteride were expressed, and another user reported low libido and depression from saw palmetto.
Ketoconazole shampoo does not significantly reduce systemic or scalp DHT levels and is considered a mild topical antiandrogen. Users discuss its use for scalp health rather than DHT reduction, with some preferring alternatives like dutasteride over finasteride due to perceived sideeffects.
The user has been using topical finasteride (0.1%) and minoxidil (5%) for over 8 months, experiencing significant hair shedding and loss of density, and is considering switching to topical dutasteride. They are hesitant to switch due to potential shedding but plan to wait until the 12-month mark before making a decision.
The conversation is about adding a topical anti-androgen to a hair loss treatment regimen that includes dutasteride and oral minoxidil. The user is considering topical finasteride or dutasteride, Nizoral shampoo, KX-826, and topical spironolactone, while avoiding RU58841 due to safety concerns.
The user asks if finasteride can be used with the topical steroid betamethasone dipropionate to reduce hair loss and scalp inflammation. The discussion revolves around combining these treatments for better results.
Topical finasteride results in plasma levels 100 times lower than oral finasteride, potentially reducing systemic sideeffects. Users report similar efficacy with fewer sideeffects, suggesting a preference for topical application.
Minoxidil 5% topical solution may cause eyesight problems, with some users experiencing blurred vision. The discussion also mentions finasteride's potential sideeffects, including erectile dysfunction, with varied personal experiences.
User found hair loss stabilization without sideeffects using a topical solution of 0.008% Finasteride, 2% RU, and Stemoxydine. Other treatments like Eucapil, Fluridil, RU-monotherapy, and Pyrilutamide didn't work for them.
The user is considering switching from topical minoxidil to a combined oral treatment of finasteride and minoxidil for better consistency but is concerned about potential sideeffects like shedding, dizziness, and swelling. Another user advises that oral minoxidil should only be used under medical supervision with regular health checks and suggests using reputable brands like Pfizer's Loniten.
The user has been using finasteride 1mg daily, oral minoxidil 5mg daily, and microneedling weekly, experiencing initial sideeffects like ball pain and weaker erections, which resolved over time. They reported improved hair density after 7 months and recommend adding derma stamping to the routine for better results.
A user shared a 10-month hair loss treatment update using oral dutasteride, topical minoxidil, topical finasteride, microneedling, biotin, and saw palmetto. Replies praised the progress and suggested additional treatments like tretinoin and RU58841.
The conversation is about finding a source for sterile dutasteride for mesotherapy to avoid sideeffects from oral 5AR blockers. The user is currently using microneedling and 0.01% topical dutasteride and plans to use transplants.
A user shared their positive experience with a hair loss treatment regimen including Dutasteride, Minoxidil, RU58841, Nizoral, microneedling, and supplements, reporting no sideeffects and some hair regrowth. They encouraged others not to fear these treatments, as they are generally safe.
The user discusses a galenic hair lotion containing progesterone, estradiol, cyproterone, hydrocortisone butyrate, and cetirizine pheniramine, which has effectively stopped their hair loss 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.
The user experienced significant hair improvement using daily dutasteride (0.5mg) and oral minoxidil (5mg), along with ketoconazole shampoo twice a week. They reported no significant sideeffects, except for mild hypertrichosis, and plan to continue the regimen for a few years before reducing the dosage.
A user experienced increased hair density loss after 4 months on dutasteride combined with finasteride. They are also using topical dutasteride with azelaic acid and alfatradiol but cannot tolerate antiandrogens like RU58841 due to headaches.
A user is starting a topical finasteride treatment for diffuse patterned alopecia, having previously used minoxidil without success. They are cautious about sideeffects and have chosen topical over oral finasteride, while also using Nizoral and biotin in their routine.