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      community Any male on topical spironolactone?

      in Research/Science  7 upvotes 4 months ago
      Topical spironolactone is discussed for hair loss treatment, with mentions of DIY solutions and dermatologist compounding. Users inquire about regrowth and sourcing the treatment.

      community My dermatologist won’t prescribe me Fin

      in Treatment  81 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 23-year-old Italian man in Switzerland is experiencing hair loss and cannot get a prescription for Finasteride, only Minoxidil. He seeks advice on obtaining Finasteride through online pharmacies or by consulting different doctors.

      community My dermatologist uses oral minox and dutasteride

      in Minoxidil  65 upvotes 3 years ago
      Treatments for hair loss and the potential side effects. The user discussed their doctor's advice to take 1.25 mg oral minoxidil and .5 mg dutasteride daily, with a warning that those with heart conditions should not take oral minoxidil. Other users shared their experiences, including taking finasteride and noting the possible overkill of the dosage prescribed by Jirons1's dermatologist.

      community 9+ months progress pics and regimen details

      in Progress Pictures  13 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user shared a 9+ month hair loss treatment progress with 1mg finasteride in the morning, 2.5mg oral minoxidil at night, and vitamin A spray at night, noting the importance of seeing a dermatologist early as their cousin started treatment too late for it to be effective.

      community ISO a topical without minoxidil

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  3 upvotes 4 months ago
      A user seeks a topical hair loss treatment without minoxidil, considering options like finasteride, dutasteride, caffeine, tretinoin, or prostaglandin analogues. Recommendations include products like Strut, Maximus, Zeuss, and custom formulas from compounding pharmacies.

      community Bloodflow? Does it affect hair growth?

      in Question  23 upvotes 6 years ago
      Hair loss is primarily caused by genetic sensitivity to DHT, not lifestyle factors like diet or exercise. Treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride can help, but it's important to consult a dermatologist to determine the best approach for individual cases.

      community Excited! Just got prescribed Clascoterone 5%

      in Treatment  25 upvotes 1 week ago
      The user is excited about starting Clascoterone 5% for hair loss, a DHT blocker, and expects better results when combined with Minoxidil. The prescription costs $199 for 30 ml or $353 for 60 ml, and the user plans to cover the cost by driving for Uber.

      community Pyrludimide (KX-826) or Breezula (clascoterone)

      in Treatment  9 upvotes 1 month ago
      The conversation is about hair loss treatments, specifically Pyrludimide (KX-826) and Breezula (clascoterone), with the user unable to tolerate finasteride and dutasteride. The user plans to use these treatments alongside minoxidil, considering the efficacy and availability of each option.

      community Halted my hair loss with topical liposomal finasteride 0.01%

      in Treatment  22 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user halted hair loss using 0.01% topical liposomal finasteride daily, with no side effects or regrowth, and recently added 5% minoxidil and low-level laser therapy. They recommend this conservative approach for those hesitant about finasteride.

      community Finasteride , creatine and muscle growth

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  28 upvotes 1 year ago
      Finasteride does not significantly affect muscle gains and can slightly increase testosterone levels. Creatine is generally considered safe to use with finasteride, though some believe it may increase DHT levels, potentially affecting hair loss.

      community Topical Finasteride: 130 Day Update

      in Finasteride  8 upvotes 6 years ago
      The user tried a home-brew topical finasteride regimen for 120 days with initial benefits but no long-term improvement, leading to continued hair shedding. They switched to oral finasteride, experiencing mild testicle discomfort but no changes in libido or erections, and plan to continue this regimen for 120 days.

      community Topical Finasteride Minoxidil: Experience/Price/Research

       3 upvotes 7 years ago
      Topical finasteride combined with minoxidil is used for hair loss treatment, with some users experiencing fewer side effects compared to oral finasteride. Morr-F, a topical solution, shows better results than minoxidil alone, with minimal adverse effects reported.

      community Musely Classic Formula vs other options

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 4 months ago
      The conversation discusses using Musely's classic formula for hair loss, which includes minoxidil, dutasteride, tretinoin, ketoconazole, and hydrocortisone. Concerns are raised about hydrocortisone and the high concentration of dutasteride, with a preference for using research-backed concentrations without hydrocortisone.

      community Topical finasteride in liposomal formulation

      in Finasteride  5 upvotes 6 years ago
      Topical finasteride in a liposomal formulation reduces systemic absorption compared to ethanol solutions. The user is seeking sources for such products, noting that popular options like morr-f are not liposomal.

      community Anyone else seeing benefits from ketoconaze?

      in Ketoconazole  2 upvotes 10 months ago
      Ketoconazole shampoo helps with dandruff and may support hair health, but users report mixed results for hair regrowth. Some users find better results with separate prescriptions of minoxidil and finasteride rather than using Hims' combined chews.

      community Latanoprost from the gray market?

      in Chat  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses sourcing pure latanoprost from the gray market for research and making a homemade solution. Concerns about potential dangers and experiences with this method are raised.

      community Topical tretinoin increases minoxidil absorption by 3x. Thoughts?

      in Minoxidil  37 upvotes 7 years ago
      Topical tretinoin can increase the absorption of minoxidil by three times, which may enhance its effectiveness for hair loss treatment. Tretinoin causes increased skin turnover, making the skin more permeable and potentially improving minoxidil's efficacy.

      community Does anyone compound their own fin topicals?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride 6 years ago
      The conversation is about a person considering making their own topical finasteride to avoid side effects from oral use. They discuss potential methods and ingredients, including cayenne pepper extract, rosemary, and coconut oil, and seek advice on effectiveness and alternatives like light therapy or dermarolling.