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      community Question about switching from oral to topical fin

      in Treatments  99 upvotes 6 months ago
      A user experienced hair loss and side effects from oral finasteride, leading them to consider switching to topical finasteride to reduce side effects while maintaining hair. Another user suggested trying dutasteride under medical supervision, noting individual differences in side effects.
      Help me interpret my bloods

      community Help me interpret my bloods

      in General  65 upvotes 1 year ago
      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 Conceived on low dose topical fin (.025%), anyone else?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 3 months ago
      A user expressed concern about using low-dose topical finasteride while conceiving, but was reassured that the risk of affecting a fetus is negligible. The user stopped using finasteride during pregnancy and switched to minoxidil and ketoconazole, while others shared experiences and advice on using these treatments safely.

      community Can oral minoxidil cause significant changes in blood pressure? (deprecated thread)

      in Minoxidil  214 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user is using oral minoxidil and dutasteride for hair loss and observed changes in blood pressure after taking oral minoxidil. They experienced no visible symptoms from topical minoxidil, finasteride, or other treatments and are seeking feedback on whether these blood pressure changes are typical for oral minoxidil users.

      community Stemoxydine- lifelong use? curious.

      in Treatment  5 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses whether stemoxydine needs to be used for life for hair loss treatment. One user suggests that stemoxydine does not require lifelong use and can make hair exit the resting phase faster, but the benefits may be temporary.

      community rudirect ru58841 seems bunk to me

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 1 month ago
      RU58841 from rudirect caused more hair shedding and itch, while anageninc's RU58841 improved the situation. Users are concerned about the quality and authenticity of RU58841 from different suppliers, including those from China.

      community Peptide Therapy -> GHK-CU, ZN-Thumulin, PTD-DBM

      in Research/Science  4 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about the use of peptide therapies for hair loss, specifically GHK-CU, ZN-Thymulin, and PTD-DBM. The user is seeking feedback on the effectiveness of these treatments from those who have tried them.

      community Options - Topical Dut to oral Fin?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  2 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user experienced headaches and brain fog with a topical solution containing Dutasteride, Minoxidil, Tretinoin, Fluocinolone, Latanoprost, and Caffeine. They are considering switching to oral or topical Finasteride to see if it alleviates these side effects.

      community Blood test results and alternatives to oral finasteride

      in Treatment  7 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user experienced erectile dysfunction from oral finasteride and is considering alternatives like topical high-dose finasteride, RU58841, topical Latanoprost, and oral Minoxidil. Blood tests showed changes in testosterone and DHT levels, and the endocrinologist advised stopping finasteride.

      community Minoxidil and seborrheic dermatitis

      in Minoxidil  5 upvotes 6 years ago
      Minoxidil use may worsen seborrheic dermatitis, causing itching and dandruff. Users consider stopping minoxidil or switching to foam to improve scalp condition.

      community Patent for topical resveratrol and melatonin for AGA

       4 upvotes 6 years ago
      The conversation discusses a patent for using topical resveratrol and melatonin to treat androgenetic alopecia (AGA) and also mentions interest in topical sulforaphane as a treatment.

      community How am i suppoused to use RU58841?

      in Technology  5 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user mixed 3g of RU58841 with Kirkland Minoxidil and noticed a gooey precipitate forming. They are seeking advice on what went wrong.

      community Combining topicals together or use them separately

      in Chat  4 upvotes 9 months ago
      Combining Minoxidil with Finasteride or RU58841 may cause interference, irritation, or reduced absorption. It might be better to apply one topical at a time and wait an hour before applying another.

      community From Perfect Hair to This: 2 Years of Chronic TE + Unmasked AGA.

      in Treatment  5 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 25-year-old is experiencing chronic telogen effluvium (TE) and androgenetic alopecia (AGA) after surgery, using finasteride, red light therapy, and supplements, and considering oral minoxidil despite heart concerns. They are unsure whether to start minoxidil before or after an upcoming surgery, which may trigger another hair shed.

      community Still high DHT on finasteride

      in Finasteride  8 upvotes 6 years ago
      A user reports high DHT levels despite taking finasteride and is concerned about inconsistent blood test results. They also take modafinil, vitamin D, and magnesium supplements.

      community Longtime Creatine Users, Good/Bad Experiences?

      in Chat  16 upvotes 9 months ago
      Creatine use is linked to increased hair shedding for some, especially those with DHT sensitivity, but experiences vary. Some users manage hair loss with treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, or dutasteride, while others stop creatine to reduce shedding.

      community P5P supplementation for fin sides.

      in Treatment  7 upvotes 4 years ago
      P5P supplementation helped reverse finasteride side effects, particularly by lowering prolactin levels and restoring sensitivity. The user experienced significant improvement within a day and full recovery in a few days.

      community Alfatradiol causing shedding ?

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced a sudden decrease in hair density after starting alfatradiol while already using finasteride. Another user mentioned that initial shedding can occur with hair loss treatments, but it may not last long.

      community Does anyone homebrew their own minox/ru58841

      in Chat  1 upvotes 2 years ago
      A bodybuilder discusses homebrewing Minoxidil and RU58841 using propylene glycol or MCT. They inquire about the feasibility and potential risks of these methods.

      community Questions about oral Minoxidil (pill and sublingually)

      in Minoxidil  4 upvotes 4 years ago
      Oral minoxidil is considered more convenient and effective than topical or sublingual forms, with users reporting positive results and minimal side effects. Some users experience side effects with oral minoxidil and opt for sublingual or topical methods instead.

      community Horrible dermatologist experience. Should I hop on Min?

      in Chat  7 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user had a bad experience with a dermatologist who prescribed saw palmetto and biotin shampoo for hair loss, which was ineffective. The dermatologist then suggested minoxidil and dismissed the user's interest in finasteride, leading the user to consider seeking a new dermatologist and possibly starting minoxidil in the meantime.