Creatine does not significantly affect hairloss when taking finasteride. Some users report no change, while others believe it may accelerate hairloss if predisposed to male pattern baldness.
A user's experience with hairloss treatments, including Finasteride, Minoxidil, Nizoral Shampoo, Rosemary Oil, Vitamin D, Biotin, Vitamin C, Zinc and Dermarolling, that have not been successful over the past 14 months. Other users gave advice on how to cope with the issue, such as exercising, changing mindset, and shaving their head.
The user shared their experience with hairloss and treatment using Dutasteride, which improved their hair thickness without side effects. They advise others to take the pill if they care about their hair and regret not starting treatment sooner.
Some men are bald because they are unaware of hairloss treatments like Minoxidil (Min) and Finasteride (Fin), while others choose not to use them due to potential side effects, cost, or personal preference. Treatments like Min and Fin are discussed, with varying results and opinions on their effectiveness and side effects.
The conversation discusses the lack of updates on GT20029 for hairloss treatment, with some users noting recent reports indicating ongoing data collection. There are mentions of other treatments like Pyrilutamide and Minoxidil.
GHK-Cu and AHK-Cu peptides show limited success for hairloss, with skepticism about their effectiveness and concerns about misleading claims. Users report better results when combined with treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, and other methods.
Minoxidil and finasteride work through different mechanisms; minoxidil-dependent hair requires continued use to maintain growth, while finasteride prevents further hairloss but cannot sustain minoxidil gains alone. Current treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and others need indefinite use, as no permanent solution exists yet.
People are discussing the potential of a new hairloss treatment, pp405, and its approval timeline, comparing it to existing treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride. There is skepticism about its effectiveness and concerns about the time it will take for approval and availability, especially in Europe.
People discuss whether it's appropriate to suggest hairloss treatments like finasteride or minoxidil to others, especially young individuals. Opinions vary, with some advocating for sharing information and others cautioning against unsolicited advice due to potential side effects and personal sensitivities.
ET-02 is seen as promising for addressing hairloss and graying, but PP405 is more advanced in development and has better publicity. Some users plan to use both treatments alongside minoxidil and dutasteride.
Concerns about the potential high cost of new hairloss treatments, pp405 and gt20029, were discussed, with some users willing to pay a premium if they are effective. Alternatives like finasteride and minoxidil are mentioned as current, more affordable options, and there is speculation about future generic versions and black market availability.
Deoxyribose sugar gel is discussed as a potential hairloss treatment, but it lacks human trials and credible evidence. Users express skepticism and humor about its effectiveness compared to established treatments like minoxidil and finasteride.
The conversation discusses creating a personalized topical treatment for hairloss, with ingredients like finasteride, minoxidil, tretinoin, melatonin, caffeine, and others. Users share their ideal formulations, including combinations of minoxidil, finasteride, tretinoin, adenosine, and other compounds, while also discussing the importance of managing inflammation.
Dutasteride is favored over finasteride by some for better hairloss reversal, improved skin, and fewer side effects, though individual responses vary. It may also help with dandruff and eczema but has a slightly higher risk of gynecomastia.
The conversation discusses increasing dutasteride dosage to 2.5mg for hairloss treatment, with suggestions to take multiple 0.5mg pills due to the unavailability of 2.5mg tablets in the US. Users also mention using ketoconazole and express skepticism about the effectiveness and safety of high doses.
GT20029 is a topical treatment that degrades androgen receptors to prevent hair thinning and loss, potentially offering fewer side effects than systemic treatments like finasteride. Concerns include its impact on hair texture and potential systemic effects, with market availability speculated in 3 to 5 years.
Androgenetic alopecia is caused by DHT affecting hair growth. Finasteride and minoxidil are used to manage hairloss by blocking DHT and promoting hair growth.
The conversation concludes that over-the-counter DHT blockers, like Saw Palmetto, are largely ineffective for hairloss. Finasteride and Minoxidil are recommended as more effective treatments.
A user shared their one-year progress using finasteride 1mg for hairloss, reporting no side effects, reduced shedding, and a thicker hairline. Other users discussed their experiences, asked questions about side effects, and noted the visible improvements in hair density and health.
The conversation is about using finasteride and KX826 for hairloss treatment. The original poster is using 0.25 mg of finasteride every other day due to side effects at a higher dose.
A user shared their experience with finasteride for hairloss, noting it slowed but didn't stop their hairloss, and they quit after 1.5 years. Suggestions included trying dutasteride, adding minoxidil, and maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
A 21-year-old user shared progress pictures showing hairloss treatment results after using finasteride for a year and minoxidil for 6-7 months. Despite some improvement, the user is unhappy with hair density and hairline.
A user is seeking alternatives to finasteride for hairloss during a planned break for family planning reasons. They inquire about pyrilutamide, cosmern, and other potential future treatments.
Silicone scalp massagers are claimed to slow or reverse hairloss and improve hair regrowth, with users reporting reduced shedding and scalp tension. Some users also mention using them alongside treatments like minoxidil and finasteride for better results.
The conversation is about disappointment with pyrilutamide's performance as a hairloss treatment, with some users expressing interest in other treatments like Verteporfin, GT20029, and RU58841, while others suggest sticking with established treatments like finasteride or dutasteride.
The post discusses a user's experience with hairloss treatments, specifically topical finasteride, minoxidil, and micro-needling, and their plan to switch to oral versions and add Dutasteride. The conversation includes various responses, with some users sharing their own experiences and side effects, and others expressing desire for a more permanent hairloss solution.
User suggests rotating scalp 180 degrees to address hairloss. Others discuss sanity, ethics, and similar procedures like scalp reduction and hair transplants.
TurboMoe has been using 1mg finasteride and 2mL minoxidil daily for 6 months to reverse his frontal hairloss, with good results. He previously used finasteride in his 20's but stopped before having children due to low sperm count; he stayed off it until his last child was born.
A user's 14 month experience with Dutasteride for hairloss and other users discussing their experiences with Dutasteride, Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841.