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      community Effects of 2% vs 5% min for sebderm

      in Minoxidil  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      Switching from 2% liquid minoxidil to 5% foam minoxidil reduced scalp irritation but increased eyebrow flakiness and thinning. The user speculates that propylene glycol in the liquid formulation might have been protecting against seborrheic dermatitis while causing contact dermatitis.

      community Pyrilutamide Phase 3 on its way

      in Treatment  127 upvotes 4 years ago
      Pyrilutamide Phase 3 approved, starting early 2022 with 416 subjects for 24 weeks. Drug potentially better than RU and Breezula, with some users reporting no side effects.

      community Last resort attempt. Studies suggest that finasteride topically actually inhibits up to 52% scalp dht which is smiles to dut 0.5mg daily. This solution contains: fin, min, melatonin and progesterone. Trial started today.

      in Research/Science  7 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation discusses a last-resort hair loss treatment combining topical finasteride, minoxidil, melatonin, and progesterone, with claims that topical finasteride can inhibit up to 52% of scalp DHT. One reply clarifies that progesterone is not an anti-androgen but has anti-androgenic properties because it competes with androgens for receptors.

      community Aminexil. Where to get it?

      in Question  4 upvotes 7 years ago
      The conversation discusses transitioning from topical to oral minoxidil for hair loss treatment and explores the potential use of Aminexil, despite concerns about its effectiveness compared to minoxidil. It highlights the risks and side effects of oral minoxidil, such as potential heart and liver damage, and emphasizes the importance of monitoring blood pressure.

      community Topical 5% minoxidil vs compounded topical spray

      in Minoxidil  3 upvotes 3 days ago
      A user is considering switching from regular 5% minoxidil foam to a compounded 5% minoxidil spray with added caffeine, melatonin, and tretinoin for easier application and potentially better results. Another user mentions that tretinoin can enhance minoxidil's effectiveness by converting it to its active form.

      community Something that helped my Fin sides massively (ED).

       4 upvotes 12 years ago
      Taking 1000mg l-arginine alongside 0.5 mg finasteride every other day helped alleviate erectile dysfunction and possibly increased libido. The user recommends trying l-arginine for those experiencing sexual side effects from finasteride.

      community Optimal Pyrilutamide (KX-826) Mix and application

      in Research/Science  8 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation discusses how to mix pyrilutamide for hair loss treatment, suggesting a mixture of 500mg pyrilutamide with 70% ethanol and 30% propylene glycol, and a potential application dose of 1mL. The user has not personally used pyrilutamide but has researched its preparation and application based on others' experiences.

      community 3-4 Months of consistent use of Hims Fin/Min Spray

      in Progress Pictures  540 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user, Virtual_Force3845, shared their progress pictures after using Hims Fin/Min Spray consistently for 3-4 months. They are excited about the progress and have not experienced any side effects. Other users in the conversation shared their own experiences and asked questions about the treatment.

      community You NEED this if You’re Taking Fin/Dut

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride 10 months ago
      DIM is suggested to help with estrogen metabolism for those on finasteride or dutasteride, potentially reversing side effects like fat gain and mood changes. Some users doubt its effectiveness, recommending lifestyle changes or consulting a doctor instead.

      community Has anyone tried combining Minoxidil with AlphaInfuse?

      in Is this regrowth?  2 upvotes 7 months ago
      The conversation discusses the use of AlphaInfuse, a micro-infusion system with Panax ginseng and Eclipta prostrata extracts, for hair growth and its comparison to Minoxidil. The original poster seeks personal experiences and evidence of its effectiveness.

      community Homemade pyri solution- problems

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user mixed a pyrilutamide solution and noticed undissolved powder at the bottom, questioning if this is normal and how long to wait before applying it. They wished others good luck with their treatments.

      community lost all my gains switching from liquid to foam

       4 upvotes 7 years ago
      Switching from liquid to foam minoxidil led to hair loss for OP, possibly due to a second shedding cycle. OP experienced allergic reactions to propylene glycol in the liquid form, causing dandruff and itchiness, which improved after switching to foam.

      community Tressless When They See Verteporfin Results

      in Transplants  182 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses the potential of Verteporfin, an FDA-approved drug, for hair loss treatment, particularly in combination with microneedling or PRP. Users express hope and curiosity about its application, while some remain cautious due to the need for more extensive testing.
      M30. thoughts onswitching from oral to topical

      community M30. thoughts onswitching from oral to topical

      in General  67 upvotes 4 months ago
      A user is considering switching from oral to topical treatments for hair loss due to side effects like watery semen and erectile dysfunction. They are currently using oral finasteride and minoxidil and are concerned about potential sexual side effects with topical use.

      community Minoxidil, Fin and Cetirizine.

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user started a hair care routine using 0.5mg finasteride daily, 2ml of 5% minoxidil, and 4.5mg of cetirizine topically to address hair loss. They plan to provide updates and are also interested in cetirizine's potential to reduce scalp itching and redness due to its anti-inflammatory properties.