The user experienced significant hair regrowth after switching from finasteride and minoxidil to dutasteride. They believe dutasteride is highly effective for treating hair loss.
A quercetin-encapsulated and polydopamine-integrated nanosystem (PDA@QLipo) shows promise for treating androgenetic alopecia by reshaping the perifollicular microenvironment, outperforming minoxidil in hair regeneration. The nanosystem promotes cell proliferation, hair follicle renewal, and recovery by scavenging reactive oxygen species and enhancing neovascularity.
A user is trying to regrow hair using a natural approach without Minoxidil or finasteride, focusing on micro-needling, red light therapy, and various oils and serums. Other users suggest that medical treatments are more effective for male pattern baldness.
The conversation is about the potential cost of GT20029 if FDA approved, with estimates around $150/month. Comparisons are made between GT20029, finasteride, and their mechanisms and side effects.
Some men are bald because they are unaware of hair loss treatments like Minoxidil (Min) and Finasteride (Fin), while others choose not to use them due to potential side effects, cost, or personal preference. Treatments like Min and Fin are discussed, with varying results and opinions on their effectiveness and side effects.
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.
People are sharing their experiences of keeping a hidden folder on their phones with photos documenting their hair loss. Some users discuss the emotional impact, while one mentions using dutasteride and oral minoxidil without noticeable change.
A 19-year-old is using hair tonic capsules, Minoxidil 5% lotion, an unidentified hair lotion, and Nizoral shampoo for male pattern hair loss. Commenters suggest focusing on known treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride and advise knowing the contents of the products used.
A user shared their experience with Minoxidil 5%, reporting hair regrowth during use but significant hair loss after stopping. They resumed treatment and regained hair, noting that discontinuation leads to rapid hair loss and that scalp dryness was managed with oil.
Finasteride and Minoxidil effectively regrow hair but cause sexual side effects. The user is considering a Korean FUE hair transplant and is researching clinics and costs.
A user started taking finasteride three months ago to treat hair loss and unexpectedly cleared their acne, which they had been struggling with since age 12. The conversation includes others sharing their experiences with finasteride, its effects on acne and hair loss, and mentions a related treatment, clascoterone, for acne and hair loss.
A user has been on finasteride for over a year with minimal hair regrowth and is considering stopping it, despite no side effects. They are also planning a hair transplant and seeking additional hair growth treatments, while managing high testosterone and scalp issues like dandruff and oiliness.
The conversation is about a person's one-year progress using Minoxidil and five months on Finasteride 1.25mg daily for hair loss, with noticeable improvement after switching brands and adding Finasteride. Some users commented on the unchanged position of a toothpaste tube in the progress photos, while others discussed their own hair regrowth experiences with similar treatments.
The user has been using finasteride for 6.5 months, topical minoxidil for about 4 months, and occasionally microneedling to treat hair loss, and is asking if the progress shown is appropriate for that time. Commenters are congratulating the user on the visible improvement.
A user considering switching from finasteride to dutasteride for hair loss is seeking advice on how to get a prescription, with suggestions to ask their primary care physician or consult a dermatologist, and mentions of telehealth options for obtaining the prescription.
TDM-105795 showed promising hair growth results, with higher efficacy than placebo and minimal side effects. It activates dormant hair follicle stem cells and may maintain gains without immediate loss, unlike minoxidil.
The conversation is about seeking updates on new hair loss treatments, specifically mentioning scube3 and GT20029, with one person mentioning HMI_115 as showing promising results.
Microneedling and tretinoin may need to be continued indefinitely to maintain minoxidil's effectiveness for hair loss. The user is aware that stopping minoxidil will result in losing its benefits.
A 21-year-old used minoxidil, finasteride, avocado oil, peppermint oil, and a derma stamp to treat hair loss and saw significant improvement in 9 weeks. He also used a DHT blocking shampoo and got a haircut to enhance the appearance of hair growth.
A user shared their 14-month progress using Pyrilutamide and Minoxidil for hair loss, noting improvement and no side effects with these treatments, unlike their negative experiences with Finasteride and RU58841. They emphasized the importance of consistent application for seeing results.
The conversation discusses the less impressive results of Pyrilutamide (kx-836) in phase 3 compared to phase 2, with a suggestion that a longer study might show more significant results. One user reports personal success with Pyrilutamide, experiencing no further hair loss and gradual regrowth.
The conversation is about the interest in testing verteporfin, potentially with a dermaroller, for hair loss treatment. There is frustration over the lack of group buys for promising treatments compared to past efforts with less evidence.
The conversation is about a 23-year-old male's seven-month progress in treating hair loss using 1mg finasteride daily and minoxidil, which he added after 4/5 months. The responses are positive, praising his noticeable improvement and encouraging him to continue the treatment.
The conversation discusses a five-year study on dutasteride, a medication for male hair loss. The study found that 89.9% of patients saw improvement or prevention of hair loss progression, with varying success rates based on different balding patterns. Side effects were mostly sexual and decreased over time. Dutasteride was concluded to be a long-term, safe, and effective treatment for male hair loss.
The conversation discusses whether hair gained from using Pyrilutamide or RU58841 can be maintained with dutasteride if the former treatments are discontinued. The user prefers oral minoxidil for its effectiveness and convenience over topical applications.
The user is considering adding an anti-androgen, RU58841, to their current hair loss treatment routine due to receding hair. They are also contemplating waiting for Breezula or Pyrilutamide to become more affordable.
A user experiencing significant hair loss started using Dutasteride, a drug typically used for prostate issues, and noticed a positive change in hair thickness and volume after 5 months. Other users in the conversation also shared their experiences and observations with Dutasteride, with one mentioning additional use of oral Minoxidil.
The user has been using topical minoxidil and finasteride for six months and is seeing some hair regrowth. Other users suggest not to stop using the products as gains could disappear quickly, and some people respond better to topical treatments than pills.
The conversation discusses the potential benefits of sublingual minoxidil for hair loss treatment. It suggests that sublingual minoxidil, which bypasses the liver, may have fewer side effects, greater bioavailability, and could be more effective than oral minoxidil.
A user shared their experience with hair loss treatments Minoxidil and Finasteride. They saw improvement but stopped using them, leading to significant hair loss, and are now considering restarting the treatments.