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      community How to mix topical cetirizine with minoxidil?

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses combining topical cetirizine with minoxidil for hair loss treatment and inquires about the safety and absorption through the skin, as well as the possibility of adding melatonin.

      community Insane shedding after upping minoxidil dose.

      in Minoxidil  1 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user experienced increased hair loss after increasing their minoxidil dose to 5mg and is considering switching to dutasteride while on testosterone replacement therapy. They are also using finasteride, microneedling, and considering adding Nizoral and caffeine serum to their regimen.

      community Hairloss all over body and head

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 25-year-old experiencing hair thinning all over the body and head, despite using minoxidil and having low vitamin D levels, is advised to seek a second opinion from a dermatologist specializing in hair loss. The likely diagnosis is diffuse alopecia areata, which may require treatment with a JAK inhibitor.

      community Huge gains after catching hair loss it early

      in Progress Pictures  956 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user achieved significant hair regrowth using dutasteride 0.5mg for a year and oral minoxidil 2.5mg for eight months, despite initial shedding. They reported no side effects and preferred oral treatments over topicals.

      community Koshine826 PRO 1% is available

      in Chat  35 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about the availability of Koshine826 PRO 1% for hair loss treatment. The discussion includes Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

      community Shoutout to the mice that tested our Minoxidil

      in Satire  147 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation humorously acknowledges the role of mice in testing Minoxidil for hair loss while also discussing the ethics of animal testing. Some users argue against animal testing, citing cruelty, while others defend its necessity for medical advancements.

      community Zix + Topical Fin : Blood Test Before/After, AMA and suggestions

      in Treatment  49 upvotes 5 years ago
      A user's plan to use Zix and topical finasteride (5AR inhibitors) for hair loss, followed by blood testing before/after. The user has suggested creating a fund to cover part of the cost of their blood tests. Replies to their post discuss the effectiveness of the treatments.

      community Pre Finasteride Treatment, is testing for free DHT necessary?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  5 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation is about whether testing for free DHT is necessary before starting Finasteride for hair loss, despite having other hormone tests available. One person suggests that genetic response to DHT is more important than DHT levels and advises starting Finasteride without the free DHT test.

      community Uncle not on meds vs. uncle on finasteride

      in Progress Pictures  342 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 43-year-old uncle on finasteride for 5 years has more hair than his 53-year-old uncle not on medication. Users discuss the effects and side effects of finasteride, including potential sexual side effects and gynecomastia.

      community Longterm ru58841 users + my experience

      in Treatment  7 upvotes 1 year ago
      RU58841 users report mixed results, with some experiencing no benefits and others noting regrowth but potential side effects. Many prefer finasteride and minoxidil due to better-studied safety profiles.

      community Are we underestimating systemic absorption with homemade/generic Topical Fin? (HPCH vs. PG/Ethanol formulations)

      in Research/Science  4 upvotes 2 months ago
      Topical finasteride may have higher systemic absorption and lower efficacy when using a Propylene Glycol/Ethanol formulation compared to the hydroxypropyl chitosan (HPCH) formulation. The safety profile of topical finasteride relies heavily on the HPCH formulation, and using standard solutions might lead to different pharmacokinetics.

      community Important detail for Oral Minoxidil users

      in Minoxidil  9 upvotes 1 week ago
      Oral minoxidil users should monitor heart health with periodic echocardiograms and cardiologist visits due to potential side effects. While some experience serious side effects, they are rare, and the benefits for hair growth often outweigh the risks.

      community 27M – Minoxidil + alternating growth serums: good idea or overkill?

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 27-year-old male is using minoxidil 5% nightly and alternating between three hair serums during the day, seeking advice on whether this routine is beneficial or overly complicated. Responses suggest simplifying the routine by focusing on minoxidil, possibly increasing its concentration, and considering finasteride or dutasteride instead of multiple serums.

      community Tretinoin with minoxil together.

      in Minoxidil  1 upvotes 4 months ago
      Combining tretinoin with minoxidil may enhance hair growth when minoxidil alone becomes less effective. Apply tretinoin, wait 40 minutes, then apply minoxidil, and avoid sun exposure.

      community Progress- 2 years on fin 1mg/day (27yo)

      in Progress Pictures  464 upvotes 7 months ago
      A user shared their positive experience with finasteride, noting significant hair regrowth over two years without using other treatments. They reported initial brain fog but no other side effects, and others in the conversation expressed encouragement and shared their own experiences with finasteride.

      community Concerns about CosmeRNA safety mechanisms

      in Treatment  3 upvotes 3 years ago
      Concerns about CosmeRNA safety mechanisms and potential side effects. Discussion includes comparisons to Fluridil and questions about nanoparticle specificity and siRNA stability.

      community Sons altering formula, clinically sound or greed?

      in Product  6 upvotes 1 month ago
      A user is concerned about a change in the formula of Sons topical treatment, which now requires fewer sprays but contains less minoxidil. They question if the change is for convenience or if it's a way to charge the same for less product.

      community 1 Year - Post-transplant Results

      in Transplants  28 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 33-year-old male is thrilled with his hair transplant results one year post-procedure, having used 1 mg finasteride and 2.5 mg oral minoxidil daily, which significantly improved his hair density. The transplanted hair is expected to be permanent, but continued use of finasteride is recommended to maintain surrounding native hair.