A 7-month progress report of using finasteride and minoxidil, as well as keto dieting and derma stamping; the discussion also touched on RU58841 and its potential side effects.
The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. The user seeks input from medical professionals and scientists on these treatments.
The user has been on finasteride for over two years, experiencing early hair regrowth, acne, and scalp sensitivity, but now faces thinning hair and questions about dosage and long-term effectiveness. They also used retinal to help with acne and are seeking advice on whether to adjust their finasteride dose.
RU58841, an anti-androgenic compound, showed early promise for treating alopecia but faced challenges after its patent in 1997. Despite advancing to Phase II trials, safety concerns and financial struggles led Aventis to abandon its development. Proskelia, which later merged into ProStrakan, couldn't prioritize the drug, leading to its eventual stagnation and failure to reach the market.
33 y/o male used topical fin/min and dermaroll biweekly, resulting in increased hair density and significant regrowth. He got the solution from Hims and also used a DermaPen for microneedling.
User started oral finasteride 0.33mg daily and later made a topical solution with cetirizine and stemoxydine. They experienced hair growth progress after 8-9 months and discussed factors affecting their results.
KX-826/pyrilutamide is undergoing an additional one-year safety and efficacy trial in China after a six-month study. Some participants speculate on the reasons for the extended trial and discuss the potential of other treatments.
The conversation discusses the effectiveness of finasteride and microneedling for treating hair loss. The linked article is seen as an advertisement for these treatments.
Eucapill 2% used for 1 month reduced shedding from 200 to 10/20 hairs daily with no side effects. Finasteride caused side effects like ED and watery semen.
Minoxidil may inhibit collagen synthesis at high concentrations, with anecdotal reports of skin aging but limited research. Dermatologists and other specialists show little interest in studying minoxidil's side effects.
A user shared progress pictures showing significant hair regrowth after using 1mg finasteride and weekly microneedling for about 2.5 to 3 months. The user reported no side effects and maintained good health and mood.
The conversation is about using topical finasteride for hair loss and concerns about its application, side effects, and practicality. Users suggest switching to oral finasteride for convenience, despite potential side effects.
The user experienced severe scalp itching and hair loss while on dutasteride, which they linked to caffeine and masturbation. They plan to cut out both to see if their hair density improves.
The discussion is about a hair loss drug called pyrilutamide. Users discuss its efficacy, safety, and expected market release around 2025-2026, with some expressing concerns about the authenticity of current market offerings.
A Phase II clinical trial for TDM-105795 has started recruiting in the US, and it might be a promising treatment for hair loss. Many hair loss drugs, including this one, originate from China.
The user has been using oral finasteride and minoxidil but is experiencing hair loss again, so they are adding micro-needling and topical dutasteride. They are seeking advice on balancing oral finasteride with topical dutasteride.
User questions credibility of a hair loss "cure" found by a non-expert and warns against wasting money on unproven supplements. Others discuss trying natural extracts and the importance of researching the enzyme 3ADH for potential hair growth benefits.
Osteopontin, a protein involved in hair growth on moles, may help with hair loss. However, it is also linked to Alzheimer's, cancer, and bone development, so caution is advised.
The conversation discusses using a 0.1% topical finasteride solution twice daily after experiencing brain fog from oral finasteride. A user suggests trying the solution once daily for a few months if concerned.
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.
Excess sebum rich in cholesterol and triglycerides can lead to hair loss through inflammation, with treatments like Ciclopirox shampoo, Benzoyl Peroxide shampoo, and Clindamycin gel recommended for managing conditions like seborrheic dermatitis and folliculitis. Pioglitazone is suggested for Lichen Planopilaris, while Omega-3s and reducing processed foods may improve sebum quality, though genetic factors play a significant role.
Pregnancy can temporarily reverse hair loss in women, but attempts to mimic pregnancy hormones with treatments like contraceptive pills, spironolactone, estradiol, progesterone, finasteride, and minoxidil have been ineffective. The discussion highlights the need for research into the hormonal mechanisms of pregnancy that affect hair regrowth.
The user is treating male pattern baldness with oral minoxidil, ketoconazole, derma rolling, rosemary oil, and topical minoxidil, and is considering adding finasteride. They are debating between three finasteride dosing strategies: 1mg daily, 1.25mg every other day, or 1.25mg five days a week, focusing on efficacy, safety, and cost.
Increasing the finasteride dosage from 1mg every other day to 1mg daily can cause increased shedding, which is normal as hair follicles adjust. Shedding may stabilize in a few weeks to months, and sticking with the new dosage could lead to better long-term results.
A 29-year-old male on 1 mg Finasteride for 3 months has experienced a significant increase in testosterone and estradiol levels, with no major side effects except slightly oilier skin and increased emotional sensitivity. The user is concerned about these hormonal changes and seeks advice, as their general practitioner is not knowledgeable about the issue.
The user experienced sexual side effects after starting finasteride and later switched to dutasteride, noticing hormonal changes. They are considering using P5P and possibly aromatase inhibitors to manage high prolactin and estradiol levels.
A user has been experiencing hair loss for 4 years, with treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and various supplements proving ineffective. They were diagnosed with fibrosing alopecia in a pattern distribution, a condition that may require a combination of anti-inflammatory and hair growth treatments.
The user has been using oral finasteride for 15 months and oral minoxidil for 6 months, and developed alopecia areata, for which a dermatologist prescribed calcipotriol/betamethasone. The treatment is helping, but the user is experiencing another shedding phase and is concerned about the effects of the steroid cream and the cause of hair loss.