A 23-year-old male started taking biotin and 1 mg of finasteride daily for hair loss. Others wished him luck and advised staying away from negative forum posts about finasteride.
Quitting RU58841 after over two years reduced scalp itching and inflammation, despite concerns about losing hair gains. The user continues using finasteride and oral minoxidil.
User reports 3-month progress using daily 1mg finasteride, 0.5ml minoxidil (2x daily), 0.5ml dutasteride, and derma rolling 0.5mm 1-2 times per week. They see increased density on crown and top of head, slight progress in corners and temples, and recently added cosmerna.
RU58841 stopped scalp itching for the user, providing relief from persistent itchiness associated with hair loss. Some users reported side effects like chest pain, while others found relief with different treatments like mometasone.
IGFBP‐rP1 shows potential for treating androgenic alopecia by influencing hair cycle transitions. Increasing IGF-1 levels may have similar effects to Minoxidil and 5-AR inhibitors in reducing hair loss.
A person experienced hair regrowth over 2.3 months using natural remedies like onion and garlic juice, rosemary and lavender oil, and a 1mm dermaroller twice a week, avoiding pharmaceuticals due to side effects and personal health principles. They reported improved hairline, density, and thickness.
A user shared progress pictures showing hair regrowth after using a homemade oral solution of 1 mg dutasteride and 2.5 mg minoxidil. Commenters noted significant improvement and increased body hair.
User shared 12-month hair loss progress using oral minoxidil, oral dutasteride, and 2% ketoconazole shampoo. They detailed their medication regimen and dosages.
The user is considering mixing 15mg of dutasteride with 60ml of castor oil for mesotherapy (micro-needling) to treat hair loss. They are asking if this method is viable.
RU58841 in glycerin may cause less irritation than in PG form, but its effectiveness might be reduced. Users discuss the potential trade-off between irritation and efficacy.