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      community HLT Megathread on HMI-115 (key takeaways in comments)

      in Research/Science  39 upvotes 3 years ago
      HMI-115, a newly discovered hair loss treatment that could potentially be effective for those with diffuse thinning and telogen effluvium. It is based on prolactin receptor antagonist signaling and has already undergone Phase I trials in women, with potential commercialization by 2027.

      community Reducing Fibrosis in Hair Loss: Topical Pirfenidone

      in Research/Science  58 upvotes 2 months ago
      Topical pirfenidone is highlighted as an effective anti-inflammatory and anti-fibrotic treatment for hair loss, particularly in addressing perifollicular fibrosis, which may enhance the effectiveness of standard treatments like finasteride and minoxidil. The user also uses calcipotriol, MCT oil, ciclopirox shampoo, and benzoyl peroxide shampoo as part of their regimen.

      community Would you choose a hair system over going bald?

      in Chat  412 upvotes 2 months ago
      Some prefer hair systems for better appearance and confidence, while others find them costly and inauthentic. Alternatives like minoxidil, finasteride, and hair transplants are also considered.

      community I am having Success with RU58841 and 1mm Derma Roller

      in Microneedling  19 upvotes 4 years ago
      A user reported success with RU58841 and a 1mm derma roller for hair regrowth, noting significant improvement in hair density and reduced scalp visibility. They also mentioned using minoxidil and black castor oil in the past, with mixed results.

      community (25Y) Oral minoxidil 10 months Oral fin 7 months & other things

      in Progress Pictures  49 upvotes 2 years ago
      A person treated their diffuse alopecia with oral minoxidil (10mg daily), oral finasteride (reduced to 0.25mg daily due to side effects), castor oil, vitamins, and ashwagandha, and plans a hair transplant in Turkey. They stopped using topical minoxidil, have seen improved hair density, but are still experiencing hair loss.

      community 16 days. Topical Min 5% once a day • derma roller 0.25mm every day, 1mm once a week • Foligain Trioxidil shampoo (I let it rest for 10 minutes) • mix of supplements

      in Progress Pictures  102 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about a user's hair regrowth progress using topical Minoxidil 5%, a derma roller, Foligain Trioxidil shampoo, and various supplements like zinc, selenium, magnesium, B6, B7, saw palmetto, and D3 + K2. The user is seeking finasteride but faces prescription challenges in Italy.

      community 8 years of hair loss, turning 30 next month

      in Progress Pictures  151 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user has been dealing with hair loss for 10 years, worsened by psoriasis, and uses minoxidil and finasteride. They seek advice on managing psoriasis and hair loss, with suggestions to see a dermatologist, try different shampoos, and be patient.

      community Life after minoxidil? Has anyone stopped

      in Update  147 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user stopped using minoxidil after 10-12 years due to severe side effects like fluctuating blood pressure and chest pain, resulting in significant hair loss. Other users shared similar experiences, emphasizing health over hair and suggesting alternatives like finasteride, nanoxidil, and rosemary oil.

      community 50 years old 4.5 months on Fin

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  28 upvotes 4 years ago
      A 50-year-old user shared their positive experience with hair regrowth using finasteride, minoxidil, biotin, pumpkin seed oil, derma rolling, biotin shampoo, and Nizoral. They reported significant improvement in hair density and regrowth, especially in the crown and mid-scalp areas, with no side effects.

      community 1 year regime. Stabilizing a bit

      in Progress Pictures  81 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 30-year-old man using minoxidil for hair loss is seeing stabilization but no significant regrowth. He is hesitant about finasteride due to potential side effects and is seeking alternative methods to promote hair growth.

      community Accrochez vous à votre traitement !

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user resumed taking 5mg oral minoxidil and 0.5mg dutasteride daily, with vitamins, and noticed hair regrowth. They switched from finasteride to dutasteride due to side effects and prefer oral minoxidil over topical for convenience and effectiveness.

      community 3 months update on 3mg Dutasteride

      in Chat  98 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user saw no significant changes in hair loss after three months on 3mg Dutasteride, having previously used Finasteride and 0.5mg Dutasteride. They plan to continue the high dose for a year despite concerns about side effects and diminishing returns.

      community ORAL MIN ,DERMAROLLING AND RU58841 PROGRESS 3 months (18,M)

      in Progress Pictures  80 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation is about an 18-year-old's progress with hair regrowth using oral Minoxidil, dermarolling, and RU58841 over three months, starting treatment after beginning to lose hair at 16. Participants are impressed with the improvement and encourage continued treatment.

      community Carrier for homemade topical Finasteride

      in Chat  4 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about making topical finasteride using stemoxydine as a carrier. The user is considering buying Redken Cerafill Hair Re-Densifying Treatment (Stemoxydine) 90ml for this purpose.

      community Leaving the fight. Got buzzed.

      in Shaved/buzzed  271 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conclusion of the conversation is that the user has decided to embrace their hair loss and has buzzed their head. They plan to continue their current hair loss treatments until they run out of stock. They also mention having dandruff and will continue medication for that.

      community Update: going nuclear! (Switch to dut)

      in Update  13 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user had a hair transplant in March 2025 and has been using finasteride since 2023, which halted hair loss but didn't fully restore density. They plan to use dutasteride twice weekly, finasteride five times a week, and saw palmetto to improve hair thickness.

      community My dermatologist won’t prescribe me Fin

      in Treatment  81 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 23-year-old Italian man in Switzerland is experiencing hair loss and cannot get a prescription for Finasteride, only Minoxidil. He seeks advice on obtaining Finasteride through online pharmacies or by consulting different doctors.

      community Kintor long term safety phase 3

      in Research/Science  66 upvotes 1 year ago
      Kintor's phase III trial for pyri (KX-826) showed promising safety and efficacy results, with no drug-related sexual dysfunction reported. Users discussed their experiences with pyri, Minoxidil, Dutasteride, and concerns about the validity of the study results.

      community Dutasteride actually has different half lives depending on dose

      in Research/Science  37 upvotes 1 year ago
      Dutasteride's half-life varies with dosage, and lower doses can be effective with fewer side effects compared to finasteride. Some users report different side effects with dutasteride and finasteride, and extreme dosages of dutasteride are unnecessary and potentially harmful.