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      community What's the deal with Zinc and DHT?

      in Chat  49 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses the conflicting information about Zinc's effect on DHT and its role in hair loss. It mentions that Zinc can act as a 5AR inhibitor at high doses but may increase DHT if taken to correct a deficiency, and highlights the importance of nutritional balance for hair health.

      community Check out this insane (hopefully) shed

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  70 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses a significant increase in hair shedding after starting Dutasteride and oral Minoxidil, with users sharing their own experiences of hair shedding and questioning if high shedding indicates future hair growth.

      community Hairline change after 1y3m on fin+min+microneedling

      in Progress Pictures  140 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user "Expliced" shared their progress pictures after using finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling for 1 year and 3 months. Another user mentioned that using a high-definition camera with flash and sharpening the photo can show new hairs appearing sooner.

      community 3.5 months on oral minoxidil - getting frustrated

      in Minoxidil  8 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user switched from topical minoxidil to oral minoxidil and added RU58841 to their hair loss treatment but hasn't seen improvement after several months, causing frustration. They also mentioned using finasteride and are confused about the lack of results despite oral minoxidil's reported high success rate.

      community RT1640 - Gray Hair Reversal Recipe

      in Research/Science  3 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation discusses a hair loss treatment formulation containing cyclosporin, minoxidil, and tacrolimus, and mentions ongoing research on hair color reversal. The treatment showed high efficacy in restoring hair color in trials with 40 to 50 people.

      community Using Antihypertensive drugs for hair loss

      in Chat  6 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation discusses the potential connection between baldness, heart disease, and high blood pressure. Treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, Spironolactone, and Finasteride.

      community Where to find ethanol for RU powder

      in Chat  5 upvotes 4 years ago
      The conversation is about finding ethanol in California for mixing with RU58841 for hair loss treatment. Users suggest alternatives like high-proof alcohol from liquor stores or purchasing lab-grade ethanol online.

      community Serious Oral Minoxidil Side Effects

      in Minoxidil  30 upvotes 4 years ago
      A user experienced severe side effects, including heart-related symptoms, after increasing their oral minoxidil dosage to 5 mg, leading them to stop the medication and seek medical advice. Many users advised against high doses of oral minoxidil, suggesting anxiety as a possible cause, and recommended consulting a doctor or switching to topical treatments.

      community Annurca Nutraceutical and hair

       17 upvotes 8 years ago
      Apple core extract pills, believed to enhance hair density, are discussed as a potential treatment for hair loss. Users express cautious optimism and interest in trying the product, while acknowledging skepticism and the high cost.

      community Day 1 of oral min 5mg with fir and multivitamin

      in Minoxidil  2 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user plans to take oral minoxidil 5mg, topical minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride 0.5mg, and various vitamins for hair loss. A caution was given about the high daily dosage of vitamin D3.

      community Pyrilutamide/KX-826 for women?

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      Pyrilutamide/KX-826 is being considered as a potential treatment for female androgenetic alopecia (AGA), but its high cost and limited data on effectiveness are concerns. Kintor markets it for both men and women.

      community I know I'm lucky enough to reverse and keep my hair

      in Progress Pictures  6 upvotes 2 years ago
      The individual reversed their hair loss using oral dutasteride and topical minoxidil, and experienced side effects including low libido, tiredness, and brain fog. They started treatment at age 26 and have a high-protein diet and exercise regularly.

      community anything to add to my regime?

      in Advice 6 years ago
      The conversation is about a hair loss treatment regimen that includes finasteride, dutasteride, oral minoxidil, Dermapen, quercetin, N-acetyl L-cysteine, biotin, millet seed extract, MSM, OPC, green tea extract, high-dose vitamins B1-B12, boron, and silica. The user is seeking advice on additional treatments.

      community Lost ground on Dut, Min, RU, etc (5 yrs… 2021->2026)

      in Progress Pictures  16 upvotes 6 days ago
      The user has been using a combination of treatments including Dutasteride, Minoxidil, RU58841, ketoconazole shampoo, microneedling, and low-level laser therapy to address hair loss but continues to experience shedding and density loss. Despite high testosterone and iron levels, the user is frustrated with the lack of improvement and is considering adjusting treatment or exploring other options like a hair transplant.

      community Bloodwork reports just came in

      in Update  23 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 21-year-old male suffering from male pattern baldness is using topical finasteride and minoxidil, and oral minoxidil. His bloodwork shows normal DHT levels and slightly high testosterone, leading to discussions about the role of DHT sensitivity in hair loss, the potential impact of finasteride on his DHT levels, and the suggestion to proceed with oral finasteride due to his high testosterone.

      community 16month progress on crazy stack

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  8 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user has been using a strong combination of hair loss treatments for 16 months, including Finasteride, Minoxidil, Dutasteride, and RU-58841, but their hair loss has worsened. They're questioning whether their high testosterone levels or residual scalp DHT are causing further hair loss, with a reply suggesting that even small amounts of DHT can cause hair loss if one is sensitive to it.

      community My Estradiol Level on Finasteride

      in Research/Science  18 upvotes 10 months ago
      Finasteride has no effect on the user's estradiol levels, and body fat may influence aromatization. The user is on testosterone replacement therapy and uses everyday injections to manage high RBC count, with plans to measure DHT, DHEA-S, and pregnenolone levels.

      community 6 months before and after pics: VDPHL01 (oral minoxidil)

      in Progress Pictures  111 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their positive experience with a clinical trial for a new oral medication, VDPHL01, which is a reformulated version of oral minoxidil taken at a high dose of 17mg daily, showing significant hair regrowth after six months. The user noted that this formulation is believed to be more effective and time-released, with fewer side effects compared to regular oral minoxidil.

      community Well here I am 3-4 years later.

      in Update  56 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about someone who has been taking finasteride for hair loss without success, considering switching to dutasteride or giving up treatment. Suggestions include trying dutasteride, microneedling, infrared therapy, multivitamins, and high-concentration topical solutions combining finasteride and dutasteride.

      community Im on 2.5 mg dutasteride, RU, 15 mg Oral Minoxidil, 300 mg Isoflavones, 1800mg NAC, 1000mg Pumpkin Seed Oil, NAD+ and Vipelin

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  23 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user improved their hair loss from a Norwood scale 2.5/3 to 1.5/2 using treatments including 2.5 mg dutasteride, RU58841, 15 mg oral minoxidil, isoflavones, NAC, pumpkin seed oil, NAD+, and Vipelin, but still experiences temple recession. Other users expressed concern over the high dosages of oral minoxidil and dutasteride.

      community My hairgrowth journey from July 10, 2025 to December 22, 2025

      in Progress Pictures  28 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user shared their hair growth journey using minoxidil, finasteride, and ketoconazole shampoo, along with vitamins and serums, reporting significant progress in five months. They emphasized the importance of stress management and plan to add a derma roller, castor oil, and a high-protein diet.

      community How the hell am I still losing hair

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  8 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user has been experiencing sudden and aggressive hair shedding despite using oral dutasteride and topical minoxidil for six years, and recently added topical finasteride without improvement. Possible causes discussed include stress-related hair loss, dietary changes, or high DHT sensitivity, with suggestions to consult a doctor and consider adjusting treatments.

      community Little motivation post for my brothers going through hairloss.

      in Progress Pictures  299 upvotes 6 months ago
      The conversation is about a user sharing their progress with hair loss treatment using 2.5 mg oral finasteride and a 5% minoxidil spray, encouraging others to stay consistent. The user noticed results in mid-August and has not experienced side effects, despite the high dosage of finasteride.

      community Fin and minoxidil has completely restored my hairline

      in Satire  563 upvotes 1 year ago
      Finasteride and minoxidil are humorously discussed as hair loss treatments, with exaggerated suggestions like rectal application and high doses of dutasteride. The conversation is satirical, with users joking about unconventional methods and outcomes.

      community 2 years Fin + Minoxidil Regrowth

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  113 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their two-year progress using 2.5mg finasteride daily and minoxidil twice daily, recently adding topical dutasteride. Another user questioned the high finasteride dosage, noting no benefits over 1mg.

      community Review of my consultation with Dr Zarev

      in Treatment  58 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user had a detailed 3.5-hour consultation with Dr. Zarev for hair loss treatment, praising his meticulous approach and innovative techniques, and was prescribed topical finasteride and minoxidil. Other users agreed on Zarev's expertise, noting his long waiting list and the high quality of his work, with one surgery per week and a focus on individual patient care.