Winlevi (clascoterone 1%) is being discussed as a potential hair loss treatment. Users are considering its use despite concerns about its delivery method.
The conversation discusses the impact of nicotine and caffeine on hair loss. The user has been using finasteride, minoxidil, and nizoral for hair loss treatment and is questioning whether to stop using nicotine products.
The conversation discusses an all-in-one hair loss treatment combining minoxidil, azelaic acid, finasteride, and ketoconazole, aimed at addressing hair loss and scalp dandruff without drying out the hair. The user is considering this product to incorporate ketoconazole into their routine and start using minoxidil.
The user is excited about starting Clascoterone 5% for hair loss, a DHT blocker, and expects better results when combined with Minoxidil. The prescription costs $199 for 30 ml or $353 for 60 ml, and the user plans to cover the cost by driving for Uber.
One study suggests a 0.2% caffeine concentration is nearly as effective as 5% minoxidil for hair loss, while other findings indicate that concentrations between 0.001% and 0.005% are more effective, with 0.001% being the most effective. There is no clear consensus on the optimal caffeine concentration for hair loss treatment.
Exploring different treatments for hair loss, such as cosmeRNA and HMI-115 which are small interference messenger RNA that inhibits the DHT receptor and an antibody that binds to the prolactin (PRL) receptor respectively; and researching mechanism and environment of hyperresponders.
The user regrets not using medication after a failed hair transplant and is now using a combination of minoxidil, finasteride, derma rolling, oils, and ketoconazole shampoo to try to improve hair regrowth. They are seeking feedback on progress and considering further treatment options.
The user has been treating hair loss for 7 months using a combination of pyrilutamide, a topical mix of finasteride and minoxidil, microneedling, a topical mix of GHK-Cu and minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, fish collagen peptides, zinc, and vitamin D3. Another user suggests that continuous small improvements could lead to significant hair regrowth over time.
The user is considering switching from Minoxidil to Nanoxidil due to severe fatigue while continuing with Topical Finasteride and oral Dutasteride. They hope to maintain hair gains without the side effects of Minoxidil.
A user developed a rash after 3 years of using Kirkland minoxidil foam, possibly due to a change in ingredients. They are considering switching to Foligain or Rogaine foam to avoid further issues.
The conversation discusses using 2.5mg minoxidil and 1mg finasteride capsules daily for hair loss, with the addition of Nizoral shampoo for dandruff. It suggests switching to Selsun Blue if Nizoral worsens the condition.
Clascoterone is suggested as an alternative for those who experience side effects from finasteride and dutasteride. It is not widely available yet, but some users are obtaining it from compounding pharmacies or suppliers like Echemi.
The user, Albertgejmr, is happy with their progress in treating hair loss using 15mg oral minoxidil and 0.5mg Dutasteride. Some users express concern about the high dosage and potential side effects.
The conversation is about a user considering joining a clinical study for Clascoterone (Breezula) after experiencing no results with topical finasteride and minoxidil, and side effects from oral finasteride. The user is seeking advice on clinical study participation and experiences.
The conversation discusses GT20029, a drug in Phase II trials that targets androgen receptors with minimal systemic effects, and TDM-105795, a growth stimulant with a different mechanism than minoxidil that may revive papilla stem cells. Both are potential new treatments for hair loss.
The conversation discusses the potential availability of a new hair loss treatment, GT20029, on the grey market, with users suggesting it could be within a year but advising against using grey market products due to safety concerns and complexity of the drug.
The user is using finasteride 1mg daily for one month and ketoconazole three times a week for three months. They are comparing hair progress with photos from December 2025 and March 2026.
Chlorine dioxide was discussed as a potential hair growth treatment, with a method involving spraying it on the scalp and covering it with a cap. Concerns were raised about its safety, comparing it to bleach.
A user is considering switching from regular 5% minoxidil foam to a compounded 5% minoxidil spray with added caffeine, melatonin, and tretinoin for easier application and potentially better results. Another user mentions that tretinoin can enhance minoxidil's effectiveness by converting it to its active form.
The conversation is about hair regrowth progress using a combination of treatments: dutasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, ketoconazole, and monthly microneedling. The user reports that microneedling and topical minoxidil had the most impact on their hairline.
A phase 3 trial for Breezula (clascoterone solution) to treat male pattern hair loss has been listed, with 726 participants and a completion date of January 2025. Other treatments mentioned include Aneira Pharma's combination of minoxidil and latanoprost, Triple Hair's combination of minoxidil, latanoprost, and finasteride, and a new microneedling and LLLT device called StimuSIL.
Clascoterone lotion, being tested in Germany, is as effective as Minoxidil and Finasteride for hair loss but without serious side effects. About 400 men participated in the trials.
A transwoman is struggling with hair loss despite using hormones, dutasteride, and Abiraterone, and is considering making her own treatments due to difficulty accessing them. She has also tried Eucapil and regularly uses Nizoral shampoo.
A user is concerned about a change in the formula of Sons topical treatment, which now requires fewer sprays but contains less minoxidil. They question if the change is for convenience or if it's a way to charge the same for less product.
The user is using 1% ketoconazole shampoo, 5% minoxidil foam, and a multi-peptide hair serum to address hair loss, aiming to improve from Norwood 5 to Norwood 3. They are considering adding topical finasteride if current treatments show progress and plan to use cosmetic products like fibers and DermMatch for appearance enhancement.
CBD in an emu and lanolin oil preparation showed a 100% increase in hair growth, but the effectiveness may partly come from the oils. Users discussed proper CBD dosage, preparation methods, and skepticism about the study's quality.