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      community [Serious] Experience with grey-market KX-826 (Pyrilutamide)

      in Research/Science  2 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user experienced reduced hair loss using grey-market KX-826 alongside Minoxidil foam, achieving better results with Minoxidil liquid but restricted to foam due to an allergy. Initial side effects included shortness of breath, racing heart, and dizziness, which subsided after the first week.

      community CRISPR treatment for AGA on the horizon after approval for blood disorders

      in Treatment  11 upvotes 2 years ago
      CRISPR treatments for blood disorders have been approved, leading to discussions about its potential for treating hair loss (AGA). A study showed that editing a gene related to DHT sensitivity could lead to hair regrowth, suggesting CRISPR may eventually be used for AGA, but it's expected to be expensive and not soon available.

      community Thinking to start fin

      in Finasteride  4 upvotes 8 years ago
      The conversation discusses starting finasteride for hair loss, addressing concerns about side effects, dosage, and travel with the medication. It suggests taking the pill without overthinking side effects and reassures that carrying it on a plane is generally not an issue.

      community Another personal creatin anecdote

      in Product  8 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user shared their experience with taking 30g of creatine daily, noting no hair loss and improved physical performance, but minimal mental performance benefits. They also use 1.25mg of finasteride every other day.

      community M37, 0.5mg fin EOD, 5% min topical 2x daily, 5 months

      in Progress Pictures  171 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 37-year-old man treated his hair loss with 0.5mg finasteride every other day and 5% minoxidil twice daily for 5 months, reducing finasteride from 1mg due to side effects. His hair improved significantly, with positive changes visible from all angles, and he experienced no more side effects after the dosage adjustment.

      community 6 months 3 mg oral min, 1.25 mg oral fin

      in Progress Pictures  47 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their 6-month progress using 3 mg oral Minoxidil and 1.25 mg oral Finasteride for hair loss. They experienced new hair growth, some facial hair thickening, and no significant side effects.

      community Veradermics VDPHL01: why isn’t anyone talking about it?

      in Treatment  41 upvotes 1 year ago
      Veradermics' new hair loss treatment, VDPHL01, is likely a modified release oral minoxidil, which has received $75 million in funding for clinical trials. Despite skepticism about investing in a known treatment, some believe it could offer improved efficacy and reduced side effects.

      community 3-month progress with fin and min

      in Update  757 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 29-year-old male is experiencing positive hair regrowth after 3 months using oral finasteride (1mg) and topical minoxidil (1ml twice daily), despite side effects like scalp itchiness and dandruff. He plans to continue the treatment long-term and may switch to foam minoxidil to alleviate scalp issues.

      community 6 months on Fin and topical Minox

      in Progress Pictures  50 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user shared progress on hair growth after 6 months using 1.25mg oral finasteride daily, topical minoxidil twice a day, and weekly microneedling. The user reported no side effects and increased confidence.

      community Does anyone get blood tests while taking Finasteride to ensure thing are working appropriately (e.g. DHT is decreasing and estrogen isn't increasing significantly)

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  11 upvotes 8 months ago
      People are discussing the use of finasteride for hair loss and the importance of hormonal blood testing to monitor effects like changes in DHT and estradiol levels. Some users also mention using minoxidil and the potential side effects of estradiol, such as gynecomastia, especially at higher doses.

      community [M21] 2-month result on Min+ Fin topical solution

      in Progress Pictures  15 upvotes 7 months ago
      A 21-year-old male is using a Minoxidil (10%) and Finasteride (0.1%) topical solution with a Keraglo Men tablet for hair loss, experiencing positive results without side effects. He advises another user to prepare questions for a dermatologist visit and discusses potential treatment adjustments.

      community What blood test to do before starting fin?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 1 month ago
      A user is considering starting finasteride for hair thinning but is concerned about side effects like low libido and gynecomastia. They plan to consult a dermatologist and are advised to test DHT, testosterone, and estradiol levels.

      community Started my treatment today. Wish me luck guys.

      in Finasteride  8 upvotes 7 years ago
      A 43-year-old man started treatment for hair loss with finasteride, minoxidil, Qilib rebalance, and Trigain Caffeine shampoo, and is taking vitamin D supplements. He hopes to share positive results after a few months.

      community 3 months progress 7/4 - 10/1

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  69 upvotes 5 years ago
      A user reported improved hair thickness after using 1mg daily of finasteride, minoxidil foam twice daily, vitamin D, and biotin shampoo, and later reduced the finasteride dose to 0.5mg. They plan to provide another update at the 6-month mark.
      M17 regrowth journal

      community M17 regrowth journal

      in Journals / Progress Pictures  144 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 17-year-old is addressing hair loss with finasteride, topical minoxidil, and microneedling. They are considering adding GHK-Cu to their regimen, but others advise caution with finasteride due to age.

      community 1 year of oral fin + (1x) topical min

      in Is this regrowth?  5 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user has been using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil for a year, along with biotin, iron, and vitamin D supplements. They were not always consistent with minoxidil but generally maintained the regimen.

      community Ive managed to beat the gream reaper of balding

      in Minoxidil  497 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their success with minoxidil for hair loss, using 5% liquid Kirkland twice daily and dermarolling monthly, and plans to add finasteride. They saw significant progress after three months and regained confidence.

      community Tretinoin 0.025% cream vs gel ?

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 11 months ago
      The conversation discusses the difficulty of applying tretinoin 0.025% cream on the scalp and considers switching to a gel for easier application. It also mentions that a liquid solution, ideally combined with minoxidil, may be more effective for hair treatment.

      community The ANSM is trying to ban Finasteride

      in Research/Science  110 upvotes 10 months ago
      France is considering reviewing finasteride and dutasteride due to concerns about their safety, but a ban in the EU is unlikely due to regulatory hurdles. Many users express frustration over the potential ban, emphasizing the effectiveness of finasteride for hair loss and criticizing the influence of anecdotal evidence on public health policy.

      community Melatonin a possible tool to help fight AGA hair loss.

      in Research/Science  51 upvotes 5 years ago
      Topical melatonin may help reduce hair loss and increase hair thickness in people with androgenetic alopecia (AGA), with some studies showing positive results. It can be mixed with minoxidil for application, and its effectiveness might be enhanced when used with micro-needling, but results may vary among individuals.

      community 3 years of 1 mg of Finasteride daily

      in Progress Pictures  867 upvotes 5 years ago
      A user who was able to regrow hair loss with 1mg of finasteride daily over 3 years, the effectiveness of finasteride for different races, and potential side effects associated with taking finasteride.

      community Stopping finasteride. Need help

      in General  76 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user plans to stop using finasteride due to side effects but will continue using minoxidil. They are concerned about hair regrowth without finasteride.