Starting with 5 mg of oral minoxidil for faster initial results, then reducing to 2.5 mg to maintain progress. The user seeks opinions on this approach.
The post and conversation are about skepticism towards a new hair loss treatment containing 2-deoxy-D-ribose, copper peptides, and exosomes, with concerns about the legitimacy of the product and its website. The treatment's effectiveness and authenticity are questioned due to lack of testing and transparency.
User fought hair loss with Derminator microneedling, topical and oral minoxidil, and a 2000 FUE hair transplant. Derminator was a game changer, preventing further loss.
The user started a hair loss treatment with dutasteride, minoxidil, and dermarolling, experiencing some regrowth and satisfaction with progress. They also use nizoral shampoo and rosemary oil, and have not experienced significant side effects.
A user shared their 7-month progress using 1mg daily Dutasteride and 2.5-5mg daily oral Minoxidil for diffuse unpatterned alopecia, showing significant hair regrowth with reduced shedding and no side effects. They experienced a severe initial shed but now have visual improvement, despite hair still being thinner than before.
The user is using a hair regrowth protocol including dutasteride, topical and oral minoxidil, dermarolling, ketoconazole shampoo, and tretinoin, but is experiencing slow progress and seeks advice for faster regrowth. Suggestions include quitting smoking, adjusting the regimen, and considering additional treatments like topical finasteride or RU58841.
A user started taking 0.5 mg dutasteride and 1 mg minoxidil for hair loss but is concerned about experiencing erectile dysfunction. They are unsure if the issue is due to the medication or excessive masturbation and are considering stopping the pills.
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.
A user successfully reversed hair loss over 17 months using 0.5mg dutasteride and 5mg oral minoxidil daily, noting significant improvement without a transplant. Minor side effects like headaches and testicular discomfort were reported but resolved quickly.
The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically comparing Dr. Pen and Derminator for hair growth. The user is seeking advice on affordable options due to a low income.
A study that outlines the full model for androgenic alopecia (AGA) which links DHT to cellular senescence in dermal papilla cells, and suggests black chokeberry as a source of cyanidin 3-O-arabinoside polyphenol with potential anti-oxidant properties that could reverse this process. The post encourages reaching out to experts in anti-aging and longevity to research treatments involving the polyphenol.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth after starting oral minoxidil (2.5mg) and dutasteride (0.5mg) daily, and is considering resuming microneedling at home with a dermapen. They are concerned about potential risks of microneedling, such as scarring, and are seeking advice on needle length and frequency.
The user's hair appears to have improved, looking thicker and healthier, especially around the temples, after using topical minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, and tretinoin. Most participants agree the last picture shows significant improvement, though one disagrees.
A user discusses their hair loss journey, starting with 5% minoxidil and nizoral, and now using DualGen-15 Plus with 15% minoxidil and 0.1% finasteride. They also use biotin, pumpkin seed oil, Pura D'or Professional shampoo, and derma rolling, noting some shedding and side effects.
The user is considering using 2 vials of Fluridil every other day instead of 1 vial daily for better scalp coverage. They are questioning if this method would be as effective.
A 22-year-old is using dutasteride 0.5mg daily, oral minoxidil 2.5mg, biotin 5mg, and microneedling for hair loss. They also use a shampoo with saw palmetto and green coffee but are unsure of its effectiveness due to its high cost.
The conversation is about recommending a biotin supplement that includes saw palmetto and possibly copper for hair loss. The user is seeking suggestions for these specific ingredients.
Pelage Pharmaceuticals' PP405 aims to treat hair loss by reactivating dormant hair follicle stem cells, showing promising results in early trials. The company plans to present their findings at the American Academy of Dermatology Annual Meeting in 2026.
The user shared their 6-month progress using oral dutasteride and minoxidil for hair loss, noting improvements without significant side effects. They currently use 0.5mg oral dutasteride, 5mg oral minoxidil, 5% topical minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo twice a week.
A 33-year-old male has been using topical dutasteride and minoxidil twice daily, along with a 0.25 mm derma roller every five days, and is experiencing hair shedding but seeing progress. Some users suspect a hair transplant, while others praise the results.
A user is using 2.5 mg minoxidil for beard growth and considering increasing the dose to 5 mg for more body hair gains, despite experiencing a bald spot on the scalp. Another user questions the desire for more body hair, suggesting it's not appealing.
User shared before and after photos of hair regrowth using Dutasteride 5x a week for 19 months. They experienced significant improvement and thanked others for their support.
The user underwent a biopsy two years ago and was diagnosed with keratosis pilaris, leading to hair issues. They tried treatments including Minoxidil, betamethasone, lymecycline, topical Accutane, and dutasteride, as well as diet changes, without improvement in hair thickness or skin dryness.
A 21-year-old male diagnosed with telogen effluvium and male pattern baldness started taking finasteride, which initially slowed hair shedding and slightly thickened hair. The doctor recommended iron and vitamin D supplements, and the user is considering minoxidil but wants to stabilize shedding first.
DUPA is considered more treatable than FAPD, as FAPD involves scarring that prevents hair regrowth. The user has started treatment with oral dutasteride and minoxidil, hoping for better results than previous treatments.
A 35-year-old experienced slow but noticeable hair density improvement over 5 months using 0.5 mg oral dutasteride, 2.5 mg oral minoxidil, and 5 mg oral biotin daily. Initial shedding and acne were side effects, but overall satisfaction was reported.
The user shared progress pictures after 8 months of using oral minoxidil, initially finasteride, and then switching to dutasteride 3 times a week. They experienced some shedding but noticed healthier hair and are considering increasing the dutasteride dosage.
The user is experiencing hair loss despite using 0.5 mg dutasteride and 2.5 mg oral minoxidil daily. They are considering increasing the dutasteride dosage or maintaining the current routine.
A 20-year-old is using minoxidil and dutasteride for hair regrowth and is questioning if recent changes are due to regrowth or lighting. Users suggest the changes are due to minoxidil and advise not to worry about hair shedding from dutasteride.
ET-02 showed significant hair growth in five weeks, outperforming minoxidil, with a non-hormonal mechanism that avoids side effects of treatments like finasteride. A phase 2 trial is planned to further assess ET-02's efficacy and safety.