The conversation is about using topical melatonin for hair retention and its potential effectiveness alongside minoxidil. The user explicitly does not want advice about finasteride.
The user stopped using topical minoxidil and finasteride after 2.5 months and switched to oral finasteride, 1mg daily, and did microneedling 1.5mm seven times. They experienced occasional sleep issues and watery semen as side effects, which stopped after discontinuing the topical treatment.
The user left their 2.5 mg pills at home and is considering using 5% topical minoxidil as a substitute. They also inquire about where to obtain over-the-counter minoxidil pills.
User reports hair loss improvement with twice-weekly 0.25mg Fin, twice-weekly Min, weekly 0.5mm microneedling, and daily massages. Unconventional regimen contradicts typical advice but may reduce side effects.
Men with early male pattern baldness (MPB) may have hormonal abnormalities similar to those in women with PCOS. Specific treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841.
The conversation discusses the delay in the release of a new hair loss treatment, Pyrilutamide, and speculates on potential safety concerns as a reason for the delay. It also mentions GT20029 as another future treatment option, with a release at least five years away, and touches on the avoidance of research chemicals due to uncertainty about their authenticity.
The user started using Hims Finasteride and Minoxidil topical in July 2023, added daily microneedling in November, and switched to chewable Finasteride and Minoxidil in January with increased microneedling frequency. They observed hair regrowth, suggesting diffuse thinning may be easier to treat.
BPC-157 may promote hair growth by increasing angiogenesis, similar to how Minoxidil works, though no direct research confirms this yet. Users report combining BPC-157 with Minoxidil and finasteride for better results, but concerns about long-term safety exist.
The user shared progress on hair regrowth using a topical minoxidil/finasteride spray, dermarolling weekly, and a product similar to pp405. They reported some regrowth with no side effects from the new product.
The conversation discusses hair loss treatment options, focusing on finasteride and its potential effects on gynecomastia. The user is considering finasteride while managing hormone levels with supplements like boron, vitamin D, zinc, magnesium, and P5P, and is advised to consult an endocrinologist for further evaluation.
A phase 3 trial for Breezula (clascoterone solution) to treat male pattern hair loss has been listed, with 726 participants and a completion date of January 2025. Other treatments mentioned include Aneira Pharma's combination of minoxidil and latanoprost, Triple Hair's combination of minoxidil, latanoprost, and finasteride, and a new microneedling and LLLT device called StimuSIL.
Follicum discovered that their drug FOL-005 increased hair count by 12 hairs per cm2 in patients with less than 255 hairs per cm2 and is planning a phase 2b trial. They are currently fundraising for the trial, and the drug may also be effective for women.
A user is considering using a dermapen with liquid solutions like minoxidil for hair loss as a cost-effective alternative to mesotherapy. They seek advice on the effectiveness and experience with such devices.
The conversation is about hair loss treatments. The user considers using a foam with Saw palmetto, caffeine, and EGCG, but another user suggests just using finasteride.
The user shared their 6-month progress using 0.25 mg finasteride, topical minoxidil, and dermastamping, noting good results but experiencing increased sleepiness. Another user suggested minoxidil might be causing the sleepiness, and the original poster considered adjusting their treatment.
PP405 is a potential hair loss treatment showing promising early results, with hopes for market release by 2028, but skepticism remains due to inconclusive data and past disappointments with similar products. Current treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride have side effects, leading some to anticipate PP405 as a safer alternative, though its effectiveness compared to placebo is debated.
People are discussing ordering pyrilutamide for hair loss treatment in the US. The treatment is from Kintor's subsidiary company and is available on Amazon.
A 39-year-old user has been using topical 0.3% finasteride with 6% minoxidil for almost 7 months without seeing significant improvement in hair regrowth. They are considering switching to a gel with higher minoxidil concentration, adding retinoic acid, or trying topical dutasteride, while others suggest returning to 5% minoxidil foam, adding oral finasteride, or exploring microneedling and lifestyle changes.
A user is using a topical spray containing Finasteride 1% and Minoxidil 5% along with other ingredients like glycerin and aqua, questioning if these are effective carrier agents. They apply it once daily and use a separate 5% Minoxidil solution at night.
The user experienced an elevated heart rate from using topical Minoxidil and discontinued its use. They found that adding a daily protein shake helped with telogen effluvium.
User shared positive results after 4 months using 1.25mg finasteride, topical minoxidil, daily biotin, and weekly dermarolling. They expressed gratitude to another user for the advice.
The conversation discusses the possibility of creating liposomal topical finasteride at home or at a local pharmacy, questioning if it is an expensive or proprietary technology. It also mentions making topical finasteride using alcohol and propylene glycol.
User experienced hair regrowth and no side effects after 10 weeks on 0.25mg finasteride daily, along with biotin, collagen, micro-needling, and hair oil. They stopped minoxidil due to inconvenience and noticed initial shedding but now see more fullness.
The user has been using a topical solution of minoxidil 5% and finasteride 0.025% daily, along with dermastamping every two weeks and ketoconazole shampoo twice a week for four months. The treatment is for hair loss.
A user shared their 3-month hair growth progress using 1mg oral finasteride, 5% topical minoxidil, and microneedling with a 1.5 mm dermaroller twice weekly. The user received positive feedback and expressed a desire for thicker hair in the future.
A 32-year-old male used 1.25mg oral finasteride daily and 1ml topical minoxidil twice daily for 24 weeks, experiencing improved skin and hair growth with initial side effects that resolved after three weeks. He plans to try dermastamping to address a stubborn cowlick area.
The conversation is about seeking information on GT20029 from Kintor Pharmaceutical as a potential hair loss cure and inquiring about experiences with CosmeaRNA.
The conversation discusses confusion over the dosage calculation of a topical solution containing 0.25% finasteride, 5% minoxidil, and 0.001% tretinoin. The user considers switching to a 0.025% finasteride solution to enhance the effects of tretinoin and minoxidil.
Switching from alcohol-based to aqua-based minoxidil is discussed, specifically Cosmofix Minofix 5%. Users share experiences and opinions on the effectiveness and side effects of the switch.
The conversation discusses two methods for making topical finasteride: using ethanol and propylene glycol or mixing it with topical minoxidil. The focus is on solubility and absorption, with a suggestion to crush pills finely and possibly mix with minoxidil at a slightly elevated temperature.