Topical finasteride results in plasma levels 100 times lower than oral finasteride, potentially reducing systemic side effects. Users report similar efficacy with fewer side effects, suggesting a preference for topical application.
Fluridil, an antiandrogen that is not widely used or known about due to its expense and lack of availability in the US. It is suggested as a potential alternative for people who don't want to lower their DHT through treatments such as Minoxidil, Finasteride, Nizoral shampoo, and Dermarolling.
Minoxidil combined with tretinoin may improve hair regrowth due to their synergistic effects. Using a gel with 0.025% tretinoin and antibiotics might still be beneficial.
A user lost hair progress due to stress, poor nutrition, and lack of medication while in prison. They are now using a mix of natural oils and micro-needling, and plan to resume RU58841, dutasteride, and minoxidil.
OP used 1mg finasteride for 4 years, then had a hair transplant, and for the past 6 months has been using 0.5mg dutasteride and 2.5mg oral minoxidil twice daily. The treatments resulted in significant hair density and thickness improvement.
The conversation discusses progress with a hair loss treatment regimen that includes once daily topical Finasteride, Pyrilutamide, and WAY-316606. Specific treatments for hair loss are being shared and discussed.
Women experienced severe reactions, including Topical Steroid Withdrawal (TSW), from using Winlevi (Clascoterone 1%) on their faces. Concerns were raised about the potential risks of higher concentrations, especially for hair loss treatment.
A user shared their year-long hair loss treatment using minoxidil, microneedling, and scalp massages, reporting moderate hair growth and stabilization. They suggest starting early with less harmful methods and consider adding finasteride or dutasteride if needed.
The user is taking 0.5mg finasteride and 0.5mg Loniten orally daily, using Eucapil twice weekly, and Minoxidil foam once daily for hair loss. They believe Eucapil effectively stops hair loss despite side effects like breast growth.
The conversation is about disappointment with pyrilutamide's performance as a hair loss treatment, with some users expressing interest in other treatments like Verteporfin, GT20029, and RU58841, while others suggest sticking with established treatments like finasteride or dutasteride.
The user is using 1mg Finasteride daily and ketoconazole shampoo twice weekly for hair regrowth, with noticeable improvement. They are considering adding Minoxidil to their regimen.
The conversation is about creating a topical hair loss treatment with B6, zinc, and azelaic acid, which is claimed to inhibit 90% of scalp DHT. One user is skeptical about the effectiveness of this treatment and its comparison to other treatments without side effects.
The user is using a combination of topical and oral treatments containing Finasteride and Minoxidil, along with supplements like Biotin, Saw Palmetto, and vitamins, to combat hair loss. They are also incorporating lifestyle changes such as a whole foods diet, exercise, and improved sleep to support their regimen.
The user had a hair transplant and is asking when they can resume microneedling their forehead, which they did previously once a week with positive results on their crown. They are currently on a treatment regimen that includes oral finasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and black castor oil for moisturizing.
A user is concerned if a formulation of tretinoin mixed with niacinamide will affect the absorption of minoxidil. They are seeking advice on whether niacinamide will hinder tretinoin's effectiveness.
The user is considering adding Pyrilutamide or Alfatradiol as a topical treatment for hair loss after oral Finasteride and Dutasteride became less effective. Other users suggest Pyrilutamide for its safety profile, while one user shares positive experiences with RU58841 for reducing scalp itch and improving hairline.
Using liposomal solutions with dutasteride, minoxidil, and tretinoin worsened hair loss due to buildup and scalp issues. Consulting a professional and returning to simpler treatments like finasteride and minoxidil improved the situation.
The conversation is about making a solution of RU58841 using propanediol instead of propylene glycol due to skin irritation. The user seeks advice on whether this substitution is acceptable.
The user has been using Dutasteride for five years and noticed slow thinning on the frontal hairline. They tried Fluridil as an additional treatment, which resulted in noticeable hairline thickening after two months.
This conversation is about a user's experience with treating hair loss using minoxidil daily, finasteride 1.25 mg every other day and micro needling once a week, as well as their experiences with the side effects of finasteride. Replies to their post shared similar experiences and advice on switching from topical minoxidil to oral.
A user in Poland created a homemade "oral topical minoxidil" using 2% topical minoxidil, propylene glycol, and vodka due to difficulty obtaining oral minoxidil. They shared a recipe and sought feedback, emphasizing caution and safety in dosing.
Tretinoin may help more minoxidil convert to its active form and could potentially increase its absorption, raising concerns about safety if too much enters the bloodstream. It's unclear if tretinoin affects finasteride absorption.
The conversation is about choosing an anti-androgen for hair loss treatment, with options being alfatradiol and pyrilutamide. Alfatradiol is considered a better choice due to its established use, while pyrilutamide is more experimental.
Using roll-on bottles for applying minoxidil and RU58841 improves application efficiency and reduces product waste. Topical treatments are used continuously, except on microneedling days.
A natural compound called C3A from Aronia Chokeberry can help prevent hair loss by counteracting the effects of DHT. The user has been taking 50 grams of dried organic Aronia Chokeberry daily for 30 days and will update with photos in 60 days.