The conversation is about using topical melatonin or zix for hair loss without affecting hormones. The user is seeking advice on which treatment is more effective.
A 22-year-old male shared his one-year progress using dutasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo for hair regrowth, showing significant improvement. Users discussed the effectiveness of these treatments, with some confusion about ketamine, and shared their own experiences and questions about dosages and side effects.
The user experienced hair thinning despite using finasteride and switched to a ketoconazole shampoo without sulfates to address scalp itching and dandruff. They hope this will stop further hair thinning.
A 58-year-old uses finasteride for hair loss and has tried various shampoos, finding Equate T-gel effective for controlling itching. Nizoral was previously effective but no longer works, and DermaKB hasn't been used long enough to assess its effectiveness.
Concerns about the authenticity of a Nizoral shampoo labeled "made in Canada" but shipped from China. Users suggest sticking to red ketoconazole from a pharmacy.
A user purchased an expensive hair loss treatment called Follicopeptide, which many others in the conversation believe to be a scam, suggesting instead the use of proven treatments like minoxidil and finasteride. Some users report positive effects from Follicopeptide, but skepticism remains high due to lack of transparency about its ingredients and the company's credibility.
Using 2% ketoconazole daily can dry out the scalp; 1-2 times a week is recommended. Combining ketoconazole with treatments like minoxidil, alfatradiol, and fluridil can help manage hair loss effectively.
The conversation discusses the hair loss treatment Breezula by Cassiopea, which had a successful Phase II trial and is expected to start Phase III by the end of the year. Users are curious about the timeline for availability and note that it performs slightly better than finasteride at 6 months, slightly worse at 12 months, with the benefit of having no side effects.
The user experienced hair regrowth and reduced dandruff using ketoconazole shampoo mixed with peppermint oil, without side effects. Minoxidil caused unwanted facial hair, and finasteride had side effects, so they avoided these treatments.
A dermatologist prescribed 2% ketoconazole shampoo for hair loss, advising against continuous use beyond 6 weeks. Users discussed potentially using the 1% version regularly, with a recommendation of 1 or 2 times a week.
Actifollic selling Pyrilutamide as a treatment for hair loss, with people debating its efficacy compared to Minoxidil and Finasteride in combination with RU58841.
The user is using finasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo for hair loss and stopped derma stamping to prepare for a future hair transplant. They are considering adding tretinoin to their treatment.
The user is considering adding Stemoxydine to their hair loss regimen, as they already use topical finasteride with rosemary and cannot use Minoxidil. They are seeking feedback on Stemoxydine and Alphatradiol, and another user mentions 2-deoxy-d-ribose as a potential option.
A 57-year-old man with male pattern hair loss and insulin resistance experienced hair regrowth and weight loss after using tirzepatide, without other hair treatments. Dysregulated glucose metabolism is linked to hair loss, with tirzepatide potentially improving hair density by normalizing insulin resistance.
A new topical treatment, TH07, combining finasteride, latanoprost, and minoxidil, is entering phase III trials with promising early results. Some users express skepticism, noting the treatment uses existing products.
A user is considering mixing Stemoxydine, RU-58841, Alfatradiol, and Tretinoin into a single topical solution for hair loss. They are concerned about potential interactions that could reduce the effectiveness of these ingredients.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth using 5 mg daily oral minoxidil and ketoconazole shampoo, improving from Norwood 3 to Norwood 2. They recommend starting treatment early, noting reduced shedding and stable results.
The user is considering increasing their dutasteride dose and trying clascoterone or RU58841 for hair loss stabilization. They have used finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride, with some success but recent setbacks.
Pyrilutamide, a new drug being tested to combat hair loss that has been found to perform comparably or better than finasteride and dutasteride in the initial 6 months of treatment with minimal reported side effects.
The user "Venom7337" shared their progress with hair loss, mentioning the treatments they used: Dutasteride, Minoxidil, and Ketoconazole shampoo. They hope to see further improvement in hair density and hairline.
Kirkland Minoxidil 5% Foam is either sold out or very expensive, leading to frustration over limited options without propylene glycol. Alternatives like Rogaine and Foligain are discussed, with varying prices and ingredient differences.
The user received trichotest results indicating finasteride is ineffective for them, and they plan to use dutasteride mesotherapy and add cetirizine to minoxidil. They seek advice on incorporating dutasteride into their regimen.
The user is considering using Minoxidil and Tretinoin to manage hair loss while waiting for Breezula/PP405, as they cannot tolerate dutasteride or finasteride. They hope these treatments will help retain hair despite ongoing loss.
Researching the release of phase 2 trials for pyrilutamide, a potential hair loss treatment, and discussing other treatments such as Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841.
The user cannot handle Minoxidil and is looking for an alternative to dilute topical finasteride. They are considering using Alpecin liquid as a solution.
The conversation discusses using a TCA 35% chemical peel on the scalp to potentially improve hair growth by addressing fibrosis and enhancing the effectiveness of topical treatments. The user also mentions trying microneedling and other methods like topical metformin and dutasteride for hair regrowth.
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 user's experience with the hair loss treatment Pyrilutamide KX-826, which has resulted in some side effects and shedding. The conversation also includes advice for baseline pictures and trying treatments for at least 6 months.
The conversation is about a user obtaining a compounded treatment for hair loss, including 0.1% latanoprost, 0.2% melatonin, and 1% cetirizine. The user also uses 2.5 mg dutasteride, 5 mg minoxidil, and RU58841 daily, and is at Norwood 2.