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300-330 / 1000+ resultscommunity Ru58841 made my hair worse
RU58841 worsened hair condition, causing thinning and unusual patterns. The user stopped using it two months ago but hasn't seen recovery, and there's speculation about androgen receptor upregulation.
community I solved my scalp inflammation
A user solved their 15-year scalp inflammation and related hair loss using Selenium Sulfide shampoo (Selsun Blue), noticing improvement after the first use and resolution after three uses. Others found relief with Ketoconazole shampoo, which also helps with hair loss.
community Am I losing my mind or should I be concerned
The user switched from topical to oral finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss and experienced swelling and sensitivity in the left chest area. They are concerned about these symptoms but noticed improvement after skipping a dose.
community Oral Castor Oil Experience?
community Anybody have any remedies for an irritated scalp with treatment?
The user is experiencing scalp irritation after increasing their finasteride and minoxidil dosage with tretinoin and is considering reducing application frequency. They seek advice on managing the irritation.
community Is tazarotene potentially better than tretinoin in combination with topical minoxidil?
Tazarotene may be more effective than tretinoin when combined with topical minoxidil for hair loss due to its selective binding to RAR-beta and gamma, though it can cause irritation. Tazarotene's potency can lead to indirect inflammatory reactions despite potentially causing less irritation than tretinoin.
community Question about clascoterone acne cream
Clascoterone cream can be used on the scalp, but it may not be effective due to its dosage. AR antagonists like clascoterone are generally less effective than 5AR inhibitors for hair loss.
community Completed my Clascoterone study, updating as promised, no change
The user completed a Clascoterone study with no observable changes in hair loss and plans to try microneedling and Minoxidil next. They will microneedle weekly and apply Minoxidil twice daily, except on the night of microneedling, and compare results after six months.
community Redness and flaking from topical minoxidil
Topical minoxidil with tretinoin is causing redness, stinging, and flaking on the scalp. Reducing application frequency and using anti-dandruff shampoo may help alleviate symptoms over time.
community Can gains from stemoxydine be permanently kept with 5AR inhibitors?
Stemoxydine's effects on hair growth are uncertain and not well-studied, with users reporting mixed results and concerns about maintaining gains. Some users combine it with 5AR inhibitors like Dutasteride, but results vary, and conditions like lichen planopilaris complicate treatment.
community Beeezula off label (winlevi compounded)
User seeks availability of Breezula and its delayed trials. Asks for success with similar topical antiandrogens like fluridil.
community 21 y/o. MPB. Having an itchy/burning scalp no matter what I do or try. Any advice please? Thanks.
A 21-year-old experiencing itchy and burning scalp with hair loss was diagnosed with MPB and scalp inflammation. They were prescribed Ketoconazole, Prednisone, Clindamycin, and Finasteride, and are considering trying antihistamines, dietary changes, and "nopoo" to alleviate symptoms.
community 9 months fin daily, inconsistent topical min, microneedling 1x per week
community Still losing ground after 10 months dut + minox
community 5 months fin + minox + dermaroller progress
The user reports significant hair regrowth using finasteride, topical minoxidil, and dermarolling twice a week, despite poor photo quality. Another user shares their experience with oral minoxidil and finasteride, noting ongoing shedding and considering additional treatments.
community Completely defeated after trying so hard with topical finasteride.
A user who has tried multiple treatments for hair loss, including oral and topical finasteride and liposomal finasteride, but experienced severe side effects in each case; the user is considering trying RU58841 or aromatise inhibitors as alternatives.
community Question on topical fin for people who did not respond well to oral fin
The conversation discusses switching from oral to topical finasteride due to side effects like nipple soreness. The user seeks advice on diluting and applying topical finasteride to minimize adverse effects.
community What routines helped you reduce dry scalp, flaking, and irritation?
community Did someone make his own Xyon Gel liposomal with Pyrilutamide ?
Creating a liposomal gel with Pyrilutamide for hair loss to reduce systemic effects, similar to Xyon's gel. The discussion includes concerns about ingredient sourcing and the benefits of targeted topical treatments.
community Anyone heard of or have experience using baricitinib?
The conversation is about baricitinib, a medicine that can help with hair loss, and why it isn't more popular or widely discussed. No specific experiences with the treatment were shared.
community 7.5 Month Progress Topical/Oral Minoxidil
The user experienced hair loss after Covid and started using topical minoxidil, then switched to oral minoxidil, along with Nizoral shampoo, ketoconazole shampoo, clobetasol propionate, and clindamycin ointment, which significantly reduced hair loss and scalp issues. Other users suggested trying finasteride for better results.
community Non responsive diffuse thinning
The user has been experiencing diffuse hair thinning despite using finasteride, minoxidil, dermarolling, clobetasol cream, and PRP sessions. They seek advice on additional treatments and are advised to check vitamin D, iron, and thyroid levels.
community FCE 28260: A Forgotten 5α-Reductase Inhibitor
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.
community Alpha plus from Anagenica - 25%CB???
A user ordered Alpha Plus from Anagenica, expecting it to contain specific percentages of Fin, Estradiol, Minoxidil, and CB0301. However, the received product's label showed different percentages, including a surprising 25% CB, leading the user to question its safety and accuracy.
community Regrowth with only Nizoral and Lifestyle Changes; focusing on scalp health & nervous system
The user reported subtle hair regrowth by focusing on scalp health and lifestyle changes, using Nizoral shampoo and methods to reduce inflammation and cortisol, without using finasteride, minoxidil, or other common treatments. Opinions in the conversation varied, with some skeptical of the results and others acknowledging the potential benefits of addressing scalp health and inflammation.
community Protac degradation of the androgen receptor in mice shows good efficacy and no systemic drug could be found
The efficacy of degrading the androgen receptor through dermal application in DP cells, a delivery system for topical drugs that involves dissolving microneedles, and rosemary oil as an alternative anti-androgen.
community Oral Min and Fin saving my life (23yrs old diffuse thinner)
community 3 months with .5 dut and 5mg minox (both oral)
community 5 year recovery while using steroids
The user shared their 5-year hair recovery journey using finasteride, RU58841, dutasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling, noting mixed progress but overall improvement. They regret not starting treatment earlier and recently received positive health feedback from their doctor.