Clascoterone cream was submitted for review to Health Canada in August 2022, with hopes of approval within 3-6 months. It may potentially enhance finasteride's effects for hair loss treatment.
Topical finasteride affects serum DHT less than oral forms, while dutasteride mesotherapy may impact only the scalp with minimal serum DHT effects. Oral dutasteride once a week is suggested to have few side effects.
A user with mild psoriasis on the scalp is using finasteride, topical minoxidil, and dermarolling for hair loss but plans to stop minoxidil on the crown due to psoriasis aggravation. Suggestions include switching to a lipid-based minoxidil, using Ketoconazole shampoo, or trying oral minoxidil.
The user is using Hims Spray daily, ketoconazole shampoo 1-2 times a week, and dermastamping weekly or biweekly for hair loss treatment. They have seen some progress but are hoping for more results over time.
The user is using a regimen of topical finasteride (.025% concentration), minoxidil, Nutrafol, and vitamin D to address hair loss. They experienced initial side effects but reported improvement over 11 weeks and are considering increasing the dosage.
Using a blunt tip syringe is an effective method for applying liquid topicals like minoxidil and RU58841, especially for those with thick or long hair experiencing diffuse thinning. The user found significant hair regrowth and increased density after using these topicals for less than three months.
The user lost ground on oral finasteride and plans to switch to topical finasteride/minoxidil and microneedling. They are curious if topical treatments are more effective than oral ones.
RU58841 helped reduce scalp itching for some users within a week, while others experienced immediate relief. Some users reported initial irritation from the solution, possibly due to the carrier used.
The user is using Dutasteride, Nizoral, and RU58841 for hair loss and is considering mixing RU58841 with Stemoxydine for better scalp coverage but is concerned about the potential degradation of RU58841 when mixed with a water-based solution. They are seeking advice on the feasibility of this mixture.
The conversation discusses using estradiol mesotherapy to replicate hormone replacement therapy results while minimizing systemic exposure. It also covers the use of Spironolactone cream, which reportedly has no systemic side effects, and the potential risks of using bicalutamide and Spironolactone in men.
A user is considering using ketoconazole shampoo for hair loss and is seeking feedback on its effectiveness. They are asking for before and after photos or success stories.
Dutasteride at 2.5 mg/day reduces scalp DHT by 80%, while 0.5 mg/day reduces it by 50%, with minimal difference in side effects. Users often combine it with finasteride, RU58841, and minoxidil for better hair loss management, though side effects like dry skin and pimples are noted.
The conversation discusses the use of spironolactone, cyproterone acetate, and bicalutamide for hair loss, with concerns about side effects like gynecomastia and depression. Topical spironolactone is considered safe for men and effective when combined with regular treatments.
The user has been using 0.1% topical finasteride and topical minoxidil for hair loss, and has now been prescribed Dutasteride. They also use a derma pen, ketoconazole shampoo, and a mix of oils for treatment.
The user seeks alternatives to Propylene Glycol (PG) for delivering topical finasteride due to scalp irritation. They consider using Propanediol 1,3 and ask for other suggestions.
The conversation discusses the effects of lowering DHT on hair loss and the importance of monitoring DHT levels during treatment. The user suggests that individual responses to DHT and hair loss treatments vary, and expresses a preference for topical treatments over oral medications due to concerns about systemic DHT reduction.
CB 03 01 (Breezula) was tried for hair loss but showed no significant improvement, with issues in dissolving and application. Finasteride and dutasteride remain the most effective treatments, while minoxidil is also used; CB's effectiveness is questioned, and topical alternatives like bicalutamide are considered.
Tazarotene's potential to enhance Minoxidil conversion, similar to Tretinoin, is questioned. Users discuss the lack of information and seek further details.
Mixing topical finasteride with essengen f and stemoxydine creates 0.25mg dose in 2ml. Minoxidil max suggests mixing 8.5ml essengen f with 60ml solvent for 0.25mg dose in 1ml.
The user is asking about the effectiveness of tretinoin 0.025% for hair loss, noting significant beard growth since using it for acne. They are considering adding it to their hair loss treatment regimen.
The conversation discusses using a Hydra Pen to inject topical finasteride and Minoxidil for hair loss treatment. A user reports no side effects after one week of use and plans to share results in two months.
The user discusses using compounded oral minoxidil due to the ineffectiveness and inconvenience of topical minoxidil for diffuse thinning. They question the efficacy of compounded minoxidil compared to original tablet forms and express concerns about the importance of excipients and binders.
Ethosomes are suggested as an effective delivery method for topical finasteride solutions, requiring the addition of a phospholipid like soya lecithins. The user questions why do-it-yourself solutions don't commonly use ethosomes despite their potential benefits.
The user has been using finasteride for 6 months with decent results and recently added topical minoxidil. They are concerned that salicylic acid in their skincare products might reduce minoxidil's effectiveness.
Taking Propecia (finasteride) with olive oil is unnecessary because it is water-soluble and already has high bioavailability. Dutasteride tablets should be taken with something fatty like olive oil to improve absorption.
The conversation discusses hair loss treatment using daily topical minoxidil and finasteride, daily 0.5mm dermarolling before application, and 2% ketoconazole shampoo three times a week. Users believe dermarolling enhances the absorption of the treatments and expect significant improvements over time.
Using topical finasteride with creatine might help reduce hair loss by targeting local DHT while maintaining normal systemic levels, but results are uncertain without testing. Users report mixed experiences with topical treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, RU58841, and minoxidil, with some seeing regrowth and others experiencing side effects.
The user is looking for a place to buy topical adenosine online but finds the Shiseido product on Yesstyle too expensive and inconvenient. No specific treatments were discussed.
Latanoprost for hair loss is available in Canada at Ford's Family Pharmacy in New Brunswick, with up to 0.03% concentration, six times stronger than glaucoma medication Xalatan.