A 31-year-old man shared his hair growth progress from July 2024 to March 2026 using oral finasteride (1mg) and minoxidil (2.5mg), with no significant side effects. He is considering switching treatments but is advised to continue with the current regimen due to its effectiveness.
The user is discussing their hair loss treatment progress, using topical Minoxidil, oral Finasteride, derma stamping, and Ketoconazole shampoo. Some replies express skepticism about the results, while others show support or comment on the presentation of the progress pictures.
User reports 6-month progress using Fin, Min, Nizoral, and Dermaroll for hair loss. Others comment on visible improvement and suggest waiting up to 2 years for full effects.
The user is using ketoconazole shampoo, organic vinegar, iced aloe vera gel, and sulfur soap to address hair loss, avoiding minoxidil and finasteride unless necessary. Some users see improvement, while others suggest adding finasteride for better results.
A user shared their positive hair regrowth results after 4 months using topical minoxidil, a 0.5 dermastamp once a week, and ketoconazole shampoo. Some responses suggest adding finasteride to maintain results, while others praise the effectiveness of the treatments used.
A user shared progress pictures after 6 months of using oral finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole, and occasional derma rolling for hair loss. Another user complimented the hair improvement but suggested a different hairstyle.
A user shared progress photos showing hair regrowth using 5% minoxidil foam, microneedling, and 2% ketoconazole. They also started taking multivitamins and are considering adding finasteride.
A Phase 1 update for the HMI 115 clinical trial, which involves 16 participants and is expected to end in July 2023; as well as changes to the recruitment process, including treatment protocols with Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841.
The user is 4 months into using a treatment with 5mg Dutasteride and 1.25mg Minoxidil daily, along with vitamin K2 and weekly dermastamping. They report some hairline improvement but no noticeable change in the crown area yet.
User achieved hair regrowth in 4.5 months using Fin, Min, Nizoral, vitamins, dermarolling, and cold water washes. Cold water washes improved scalp health, but unsure if significant contributor to regrowth.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth in six months using 1.25mg oral finasteride and topical Kirkland minoxidil once a day. Others suggested additional treatments like dermastamping and alternative products, while some noted varying responses and potential side effects.
The user experienced severe scalp issues and hair loss after using ketoconazole shampoo, which worsened despite various treatments. They seek advice on restoring scalp health, suspecting an allergic reaction or imbalance caused by the shampoo.
The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, mentioning minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, VDPHL, GT20029, and follicle cloning as potential solutions. It also reveals that the discussion about PP405 was an April Fool's joke.
A user shared progress pictures after 50 days of using a compound with 10% minoxidil, 0.1% finasteride, and biotin, expressing satisfaction with the results. Another user commented positively on the progress.
A 23-year-old has been using minoxidil for 1.6 years, finasteride for 1 year, and ketoconazole shampoo, along with biotin, to treat hair loss. They noticed baby hairs and a fuller hairline but seek further improvement, especially in the temple areas, and are considering adding rosemary oil and a dermastamp.
The user has been using oral finasteride daily, topical minoxidil twice a day, tretinoin once a week, and 2% ketoconazole twice a week since February 5th. They shared progress pictures showing hair improvement over two and a half months.
The conversation discusses the safety and use of ketoconazole shampoo for hair loss, with mentions of zinc pyrithione and selenium sulfide. Users debate the safety of these ingredients, particularly zinc pyrithione, and share opinions on regulatory differences between Europe and the US.
A Korean laser helmet increases hair growth by 44% compared to a placebo. Users discuss its cost-effectiveness, clinical support, and compare it to treatments like finasteride and minoxidil, focusing on wavelength and energy density.
A 46-year-old shared their successful hair regrowth journey using topical minoxidil, oral finasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, oral minoxidil, and head massages with lavender and peppermint oil, with noticeable improvement and no significant side effects except for darker eyelashes. They encourage others to try these treatments.
Pyrilutamide (KX-826) is discussed as an anti-androgen treatment for hair loss, with mixed user experiences. Some users report no results, while others find it mildly effective.
A 24-year-old is struggling with hair loss despite using treatments like dutasteride, oral minoxidil, RU58841, and considering a hair transplant. They are advised to continue medication, possibly increase dosages, and explore additional treatments like tretinoin and tacrolimus.
FCE 28260 (PNU 156765), an under-explored 5α-reductase inhibitor, showcases promising results in research by Giudici et al., outperforming well-known treatments like Finasteride in reducing the conversion of testosterone to DHT. Its superior efficacy, demonstrated through lower IC50 values in both natural and human recombinant enzyme studies, suggests it could offer more effective management of DHT-related conditions. Additionally, its lower molecular weight hints at better potential for topical application, potentially offering advantages in treating conditions such as androgenic alopecia. Despite its potential, it has not advanced in development, possibly due to financial limitations, leaving its therapeutic prospects and side effect profile largely unexplored.
There is no new information on pp405, with data collection expected to finish by the end of 2025. Users are discussing the timeline for data analysis and completion of Pelage Pharmaceuticals' phase 2 study.
The user is seeing positive results in hair growth using a combination of topical minoxidil, finasteride, microneedling, and keto shampoo. They also use a red light panel for collagen rebuilding and are happy with the progress.
A user shared their 1.5-month progress using a routine of topical finasteride and minoxidil gel, minoxidil foam, microneedling, keto shampoo, and a multivitamin. They reported noticeable hair regrowth for the first time in a decade.
A 25-year-old is experiencing hair thinning despite using 0.5mg oral dutasteride, 0.3% topical finasteride, and 6% topical minoxidil daily for a year. They are considering increasing dutasteride dosage and exploring other treatments like microneedling and KX 826, while seeking further medical opinions on their condition.
The conversation is about the anticipation and uncertainty regarding the release of GT20029 Phase 2 results for hair loss treatment. Users express hope for its effectiveness and minimal side effects compared to other treatments like Pyri and HMI115.