community 4 1/2 months .5 DUT & 5 mg Oral Min
User discusses 4.5 months of using 0.5 DUT & 5 mg Oral Min for hair loss. They share progress pictures and discuss styling options and shedding experiences.
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community One-sided diffuse thinning - what should I do?
The user is experiencing one-sided diffuse thinning and has been using finasteride and liquid minoxidil for 4-5 years with minimal results. They are considering whether to save for a hair transplant or address scalp sensitivity and irritation first.
community What can I expect from dut? Diffuse thinner
The conversation is about someone who has been using finasteride and minoxidil for over three years without satisfactory results for hair thinning. They have started using dutasteride and added RU58841 seven months ago but have not seen improvements yet.
community Switch now or wait until later
The conversation discusses whether to switch from Finasteride to Dutasteride for hair loss treatment. Some suggest switching to Dutasteride now due to its effectiveness, while others recommend waiting to see how Finasteride performs, especially if there are no side effects.
community Don't be inconsistent with Minoxidil, you will lose progress fast. My new plan for future.
Inconsistent minoxidil use led to hair loss, prompting a plan to resume consistent application with derma stamping, red light therapy, and DHT blockers like clascoterone or RU58841. The user avoids finasteride and dutasteride due to past side effects.
community Following the recent IPO and the positive Phase 3 clinical data for VDPHL01 (extended-release oral minoxidil), what is the projected timeline for the FDA submission and the subsequent commercial availability on the market?
Veradermics' extended-release oral minoxidil is expected to be commercially available in 2027-2028, while another company, Minx, may release a similar product sooner. VDPHL01 is considered more clinically validated compared to Minx.
community Before and after PP405 from phase 2a after applying it for just 4 weeks
PP405 shows some hair growth after 4 weeks, but results are debated and expectations should be tempered. Some users compare it to minoxidil or finasteride, questioning its effectiveness and commercialization timeline.
community The amazing fast pace of PP405.
PP405 is a new hair loss treatment advancing quickly in trials, generating excitement and skepticism about its effectiveness and marketing claims. Some see it as a potential alternative to minoxidil and finasteride, but concerns about long-term effects and the need for DHT blockers persist.
community Fluridil downregulates androgen receptor expression?
Fluridil may decrease the number of androgen receptors in hair follicles by up to 95%. This suggests a different action mechanism from other non-steroidal antiandrogens like RU58841, indicating they might be used together.
community Should I switch from fin to dut after 3 months or is that too soon?
The conversation suggests considering switching from finasteride to dutasteride for hair loss, with one person stating dutasteride is superior and another advising to wait at least 6 months before making a change. A third person asks for more details, implying it might be too soon to switch.
community 2 year progress with Dut after a decade of Fin
A user shared their hair loss journey, using finasteride since age 18 and adding dutasteride at 30, which halted hair loss and promoted regrowth. They take finasteride daily and dutasteride three times a week, experiencing reduced libido and drier skin as side effects.
community Pyrilutamide is working but not strong enough, how long should i wait for noticeable results?
User discusses Pyrilutamide's effectiveness for hair loss, needing more time for results. Others suggest waiting 6-12 months and ask about side effects.
community Using fin/min/dut and getting HT in December of 2024
The user is using finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride for hair loss, but stopped dutasteride due to side effects. They plan to have a hair transplant in December 2024 at Vanity Hospital in Istanbul, aiming for at least 4500 grafts.
community Whats happening with Fluridil these days? Any higher concentrations easily available yet?
Hair loss discussion focused on Fluridil treatment. Availability of higher concentrations questioned.
community Pelage have presented only phase 2a. The rest of phase 2 for PP405 will be presented at a later medical meeting
PP405's phase 2a trial results were presented, focusing on safety and pharmacokinetics, with a future meeting planned to share the full dataset. The trial includes a randomized controlled portion and an open-label extension, with no indication of phase 2B completion.
community Throwing Fluridil (Eucapil) into the mix.
A user named "tresslessinseattle" receiving a mysterious package of Eucapil hair loss treatment, which they are considering in combination with Minoxidil and Finasteride treatments to boost the regrowth they have been seeing.
community What is fluridil binding affinity?
Fluridil is hard to obtain and only available in Slovakia and Czechia, with no systemic side effects but possibly limited effectiveness compared to finasteride. The original poster is using finasteride and minoxidil without success and is considering trying fluridil despite its cost.
community Haircafe slams pp405 presentation. Are results really that bad?
PP405 shows promise in activating dormant hair follicles and increasing hair counts but lacks detailed efficacy data compared to minoxidil and finasteride. Opinions are mixed, with some optimism and skepticism about its effectiveness.
community Swapping from Fluridil to Pyrilutimide?
The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, with the main focus on using Fluridil and considering switching to Pyrilutamide. Other treatments mentioned include minoxidil, topical finasteride, nizoral shampoo, and saw palmetto supplements, with advice to stick with Fluridil for at least six months before considering alternatives.
community Losing ground on dut, daily for 5 months after fin and min for a year.
The user experienced increased hair thinning after switching from finasteride and minoxidil to dutasteride, despite some users suggesting it might be a temporary shedding phase. The user is considering using RU58841 but is unsure about its safety.
community Switching from finasteride to dutasteride
Switching from finasteride to dutasteride may stop further hair loss, but noticeable thickness gains can take over six months. Minoxidil can increase hair density, and microneedling may enhance its effectiveness.
community Advice on Eucapil (fluridil) after minoxidil foam
User asks if applying Eucapil (fluridil) after minoxidil foam is possible. Seeks advice from others with experience.
community 1700 grafts + fin min 1.5 year apart. I wish i started fin earlier.
A user shared their experience with hair loss, using finasteride and minoxidil, and eventually undergoing a hair transplant of 1800 grafts. They regret not starting finasteride earlier and mention that despite the transplant, their scalp is still visible under strong light.
community Almost 5 months of progress min+dut
The conversation is about a user's hair loss treatment progress using minoxidil, dutasteride, and microneedling. The user noticed progress after 2-3 months but feels the progress has slowed recently.
community Anyone experienced that progress suddenly slowing down? Crown seems to be no change from 4 and 5th month
The user is using oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, and microneedling for hair loss. Progress has slowed, with the crown showing little change, but the hairline is improving with more thin baby hairs.
community 12 months of diffuse shedding on fin, unsure how to proceed
A user experienced 12 months of hair shedding on finasteride and is unsure about continuing, increasing the dose, or switching to dutasteride. Suggestions include adding minoxidil, adjusting finasteride dosage, and checking for deficiencies.
community The likely cost of HMI-115, when it comes out
A new potential hair loss treatment called HMI-115, and the cost of this treatment which may be expensive due to production costs but could be competitive with other treatments such as hair transplants.
community Do you get a shedding phase when you change from fin to dut?
A user is considering switching from finasteride to dutasteride due to unsatisfactory results and is concerned about experiencing another shedding phase. Another user recently made the switch and will update on their experience.
community Man i thought progress was linear but im back to shedding right before a vacation.
The user is experiencing hair shedding despite using finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling, and is concerned about the non-linear progress. Other users share similar experiences, suggesting shedding is normal and cyclical, with some recommending less frequent microneedling.
community Finasteride losing effectiveness after 4.5 good years?
Finasteride may be losing effectiveness for the user after 4.5 years, possibly due to intense workouts or a synchronized hair shedding cycle. Suggestions include switching to Dutasteride or continuing with Finasteride while considering a hair transplant for hairline density.