Kintor Pharmaceutical's Phase 2 results with the drug Pyrilutamide, a potential alternative to 5-ARI drugs like Finasteride and Dutasteride but without the side effects. It could be used in combination with other topical treatments such as Minoxidil. The safety of the drug has been demonstrated in 6 months of use, however there are still questions about long term efficacy and systemic absorption.
A user's progress with treating their hair loss, which consists of using Dutasteride, RU58841, Stemoxydine and Tretinoin 0.05% over the past three months.
The conversation provides a guide on using finasteride for hair loss, suggesting to start with a quarter of a 1mg pill daily after ensuring estradiol levels are within a specific range, and potentially increasing the dose if no side effects occur. It also recommends supplements like DIM, Calcium d-glucarate, and Zinc to manage high estradiol levels and side effects from finasteride.
The user experiences scalp inflammation, especially when oily, despite using treatments like dutasteride, oral minoxidil, RU58841, and nizoral. They recently started cetirizine and are considering benzoyl peroxide wash for relief.
Treatments for hair loss, including the use of minoxidil and microneedling; as well as discussing the potential of using finasteride or a ketoconazole shampoo.
Experiencing continual nonstop hair loss despite using dutasteride for 9 months, and the possible causes behind it being discussed such as nutritional deficiencies, elevated cortisol, vitamin D deficiency or other problems. Other solutions such as minoxidil and finasteride have been suggested.
A user who is using a combination of oral and topical treatments, including finasteride, minoxidil, pyrilutamide, dutasteride, microneedling, and ketoconazole shampoo in order to combat hair loss. Another user gave the original poster a word of warning about overusing the ketoconazole shampoo.
A user's progress with hair loss treatments over the past two years, including finasteride, minoxodil and dermarolling. Replies included speculations about whether or not this was the result of a hair transplant. The user confirmed that it was just meds.
A user's hairline recovery after severe hair loss, which was treated with Dutasteride and Minoxidil; other users offered their opinions on the severity of the hair loss.
A potential new treatment for hair loss, Pyrilutamide, and the discussion of whether or not people should still be taking traditional treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride with it.
A person's progress after 9 months of using finasteride, micro-needling and minoxidil for hair loss; people offering encouragement that the progress so far has been good and will continue.
Hair loss discussion includes using fluridil (eucapil), minoxidil, and finasteride. One person takes 1 vial of fluridil daily and 1mg of finasteride every other day for effective treatment with minimal side effects.
User wants to make homemade topical finasteride to minimize side effects and asks about using glycerin, stirring time, storage, and alternative solvents. Another user's comment is unclear.
Hair loss treatment using 1mg Fin, 1mg Min, weekly dermarolling, and daily stemoxydine. Advice given: continue for 6 months and consider adding ketoconazole shampoo.
A user is experiencing worsening hair loss despite using dutasteride, oral minoxidil, ketoconazole, and dermarolling. They are advised to reduce dermarolling frequency and depth to avoid damaging hair follicles.
User experienced hair regrowth with minoxidil and dermarolling for 3 months. Routine includes applying 1ml minoxidil nightly and dermarolling with 0.5mm needles twice a week.
Zinc supplements can make existing hair thicker and fuller but do not cure or slow hair loss. Long-term zinc use requires copper supplementation to avoid deficiencies.
N-Acetyl-Cysteine (NAC) was found to improve hair parameters in men with early-onset androgenetic alopecia, showing increased terminal hair count and decreased vellus hair count, with good tolerability. NAC, used alone or with minoxidil, may help due to its antioxidant properties, though its effectiveness can vary among individuals.
User shared 3 months progress using Fin (oral) and Min (foam) for hair loss. Others suggested adding derma rolling and discussed dosages and experiences.
User experienced bad reaction to minoxidil and asks if anyone tried stemoxydine alone for hair loss. They consider trying stemoxydine with low dose topical finasteride after testing stemoxydine on a small area.
Hair loss treatment with Fin/Min/Niz/Microneedling showed great results in 100 days. User suggests adding topical rosemary oil and oral castor oil for extra benefits.
The user experienced severe side effects from finasteride, including depression and anxiety, but recovered with DHT injections, sleep medication, and Ayurvedic treatments. They now maintain hair health with minoxidil, PRP therapy, and a good diet, advising against self-diagnosis and recommending consulting a doctor.
Hair loss is linked to the loss of stem cells in hair follicles, and potential treatments include gene editing and microneedling. Discussions also mention using Minoxidil, finasteride, and dermarolling to improve hair growth.
The conversation discusses a new 0.3% tretinoin topical launched by MinoxidilMax for mixing with other solutions, with some users expressing concern about potential skin irritation compared to lower concentrations. MinoxidilMax has also released other products like topical Dutasteride and RU58841.
30-year-old uses 1 mg finasteride daily, minoxidil 2x a day, Nizoral shampoo, derma roller 2x a week, and conditioner for 7-month progress. Significant improvement seen after 5 months, with no side effects.
The conversation discusses concerns about potential side effects, specifically gynecomastia, from taking 1mg of finasteride every other day for hair loss. Bloodwork results were shared, but more information was requested to provide advice.