community High Dose Niacin Update
High dose niacin (1000mg daily) seems to have halted hair loss but did not regrow lost hair. The user plans to continue due to additional benefits like lower stress and higher good cholesterol.
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780-810 / 1000+ resultscommunity please evaluate my potential routine switch
The user is considering switching their hair loss routine from taking finasteride daily to a combination of finasteride six times a week and dutasteride once a week. They are seeking advice on this potential change.
community Still thinning on dut + oral min
A 26-year-old is experiencing worsening hair thinning despite using dutasteride 0.5 mg and oral minoxidil 5 mg, alongside ketoconazole for seborrheic dermatitis. Users suggest patience, as results may take 12–18 months, and consider increasing the dutasteride dosage or consulting a dermatologist.
community Increasing activity of the sult1a1 enzyme via alkalizing agent and tretinoin for better response to topical minoxidil
Increasing the sult1a1 enzyme on the scalp may improve response to topical minoxidil. The user suggests using a baking soda solution, DMSO, and tretinoin to enhance enzyme activity and minoxidil effectiveness.
community 5mg cialis daily to deal with dutasteride
Cialis is used to manage erectile dysfunction caused by finasteride and dutasteride, with mixed results. Some users report improvement, while others consider stopping the medication due to side effects.
community HT / Meds results are reverting, thinning, crazy shedding..
A user experienced significant hair shedding and thinning 10 months post-hair transplant despite using minoxidil and topical finasteride. They are considering switching to oral finasteride or dutasteride and are also dealing with scalp conditions like seborrheic dermatitis.
community 32M, dealing with hair loss since 2010 (AGA + seb derm). Started treatment 11 months ago: Progress was slow but steady. Still shedding 60–80 hairs/day, but density improved.
A 32-year-old male has been dealing with hair loss since 2010 and started treatment 11 months ago. He used dutasteride, finasteride, minoxidil, multivitamins, vitamin D3, PRP, and a laser cap, resulting in improved hair density despite ongoing shedding.
community 7 months progression with dut 0.5 and oral min 2,5
The conversation discusses hair regrowth progress using dutasteride 0.5 mg and oral minoxidil 2.5 mg over seven months. Users debate the effectiveness, with some noting slight improvements and others suggesting alternative treatments like finasteride.
community HUGE: Pyrilutamide seems to be stable for at least 3 weeks into KB solution. So, that means stable with water content and not degradation according to Anageninc! They will keep testing the stability further. Check the video! Many thanks to the guy AlphaMode.
The potential stability of pyrilutamide in a mixture with water, and how it could be used in combination with Minoxidil and Finasteride to treat hair loss.
community Progress pics 8 months Oral min 5mg & 6 months Oral Dut 0,5mg. Am I cooked?
OP has been using oral minoxidil (5mg) and oral dutasteride (0.5mg) but sees little progress and is unsure if they should continue. Other users suggest being consistent, giving it more time, and addressing scalp inflammation.
community Eucapil sale on, I'm giving it a go
Exploring treatment options for male pattern baldness, including minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841, with a focus on Eucapil, a topical agent. The post also discusses research from various sources about the efficacy of these treatments.
community Given that PGE2 is so difficult to get (dont have any group buy and have not found any reliable source), have anyone tried latisse(bimatoprost) for hair growth ?
Latisse (bimatoprost) is discussed as a potential treatment for hair growth due to difficulty obtaining PGE2. Users also mention concerns about sourcing reliable products from China.
community I am having a great response from 0.5mg dutasteride + topical minoxidil(in the night) + topical redensyl (in the morning) + dermarolling (once a week)
A 19-year-old is experiencing hair regrowth using 0.5mg dutasteride, topical minoxidil at night, topical redensyl in the morning, and weekly dermarolling. They have been on the treatment for a month and plan to share monthly updates over the next two years.
community Blood results on micro-dosing topical finasteride (DHT Increased!)
The conversation discusses using homemade topical finasteride for hair loss, showing an increase in DHT levels despite treatment. The user applies 0.125mg daily, resulting in 113.4% of previous DHT levels.
community Having Ru58841 mailed to my house
RU58841 can be ordered as a powder and compounded at home, but it should be stored at room temperature to avoid crystallization. Pyraulatmide may follow a similar principle.
community minoxidil brand suggestion for beard in india
A user seeks a minoxidil and tretinoin foam-based product for improving a patchy beard in India. They are unsure about the safety of alcohol-based options for beard use.
community 1 year year update (.5 mg Dut, 2.5 mg OM)
A 27-year-old male experienced significant hair regrowth using 0.5 mg Dutasteride and 2.5 mg Oral Minoxidil daily, with minimal side effects. He noticed improvement in hairline and crown after an initial shedding phase, and he did not use Finasteride prior to this treatment.
community In God We Trust, Topical Fin/Min with existing ADHD issues
A 27-year-old male with ADHD is experiencing hair thinning and is starting a treatment with topical finasteride (0.025%) and minoxidil (5%). He is addressing high prolactin levels and low vitamin D, while managing side effects from ADHD medication.
community I started fin (0.5mg ED) and oral min (2.5mg ED) at 18yo, best decision I've ever made
The user started using finasteride (0.5mg daily) and oral minoxidil (2.5mg daily) at 18, leading to healthier, thicker hair and reduced anxiety about hair loss. They experienced no negative side effects and plan to continue the treatment.
community First time rapid shedding M(30) in last 6-7 months. What to do?
A 30-year-old male experienced rapid hair shedding over 6-7 months due to stress, depression, and nicotine/alcohol use, but has since stopped these habits. He seeks advice on remedies, medications, or diet changes to address hair loss.
community 12 month post op - hair + beard transplant - Turkey istanbul
A user shared their experience with a hair and beard transplant in Istanbul, performed by Dr. Selahattin Tulunay, noting successful results after 12 months. The procedure cost 5000 €, and the user is open to questions about combining procedures or traveling for surgery.
community Dut only 0.5 mg, age 30 to 32,
A user shared their experience using dutasteride for hair loss, noting subtle improvements and thicker hair without significant regrowth. They did not use finasteride or minoxidil, and experienced occasional shedding but no side effects.
community Day 155 of 5mg oral minoxidil + 0,5mg oral dutasteride daily
A user shared progress on hair regrowth using 5mg oral minoxidil and 0.5mg oral dutasteride daily, noting small hair growth and no significant side effects except bushier eyebrows. The conversation includes encouragement, personal experiences with hair loss treatments, and discussions on the effectiveness of microneedling.
community Am I a good candidate for finasteride? (Bloodwork) 18M NW2
An 18-year-old with Norwood 2 hair loss is considering finasteride treatment. Bloodwork shows testosterone and hormone levels mostly within normal ranges, except for low estradiol.
community Help me interpret my bloods
The user is concerned about high prolactin levels and low testosterone levels after stopping finasteride for three weeks. They are considering resuming finasteride but are worried it might further increase prolactin levels.
community If dutesteride and oral minoxidil doesn’t work that’s it right?
A user is experiencing continued hair loss despite using 0.5mg dutasteride and 2.5mg minoxidil, and is seeking advice on why the treatments aren't working and how to address potential androgen receptor sensitivity. Replies suggest getting tested and considering scalp micropigmentation (SMP).
community GT20029. Kintor Pharma’s Product
The conversation discusses GT20029, a compound by Kintor Pharma that degrades androgen receptors and is in trials, with potential as a hair loss cure. Another promising treatment mentioned is an antibody that blocks prolactin and has shown positive results in macaques.
community can someone help me identify these pls
The user is experiencing diffuse thinning and inflammation despite using 2.5mg dutasteride daily, ciclopirox, and ketoconazole shampoos. They are considering treatments like hydroxychloroquine and JAK inhibitors due to suspected scarring alopecia and have faced challenges in obtaining a scalp biopsy.
community 1.5 years on oral 0.5 mg dut and 2.5mg minox
A 23-year-old male has been using oral dutasteride and minoxidil for 1.5 years for temple recession, adding topical minoxidil and tretinoin 5-6 months ago, and recently adjusted thyroid medication and added iron supplements due to deficiencies. He noticed some baby hairs but no significant growth yet, and reports no shedding on dutasteride.
community PP405 Won’t Work: Follicle Is Miniaturized, Fibrosed, And Missing Key Support Cells
PP405 is ineffective for miniaturized, fibrosed hair follicles in androgenetic alopecia. AMP303 may activate hair follicle stem cells, but minoxidil and finasteride are still the main treatments.