Mixing ground finasteride pills with Minoxidil for topical use, with concerns about effectiveness and side effects. Users suggest using professionally formulated topical finasteride instead.
The user is considering two hair loss treatments: Minoxidilmax Maxogen-x, which contains Minoxidil, Finasteride, Azelaic Acid, ABN Complex, Retinoic Acid, Fluocinolone, and Caffeine, and Morr-F, which contains only Minoxidil and Finasteride. They are asking for others' experiences with these brands.
A 52-year-old man has been using 5% Minoxidil twice daily for 30 days to treat hair loss, alongside 2.5mg Finasteride, which he reduced from 5mg despite his doctor's advice. He has a history of hair loss due to testosterone treatment and hopes to see improvement in the crown area of his scalp.
The user switched from finasteride to 0.5mg oral dutasteride and added 2.5mg oral minoxidil, along with occasional microneedling, to improve hair regrowth. They reported no side effects and are hopeful for continued progress, especially in the temple area.
After 8 months of using topical finasteride, hair miniaturization continues, raising concerns about its effectiveness. Microneedling is suggested as a possible complementary treatment.
The user, Salty-Peace-577, shared their 5-month update on using 0.5mg oral finasteride and 2.5mg oral minoxidil for hair loss. They experienced significant hair growth, particularly in their eyebrows, and shared their regimen and tips for hair growth. Some users in the conversation also discussed the side effects they experienced with different dosages of the medications.
A physician experienced hair thickening and new growth using microneedling and minoxidil, but stopped using topical finasteride due to side effects like reduced libido and erectile dysfunction. The physician plans to continue with microneedling and minoxidil, considering finasteride nonessential for cosmetic purposes.
Pyrilutamide is seen as effective for maintaining hair without regrowth, while Minoxidil is known for growing new hair but causes shedding of old hairs. There is a question if using Pyrilutamide would inhibit the hair regrowth effects of Minoxidil.
A user started taking Musely men's bloom hair pill, which contains minoxidil, dutasteride, and vitamins, and noticed a stop in hair shedding after switching from other hair loss treatments like hims and Keeps. They are questioning the effectiveness of the Musely pill due to its lower dosage of active ingredients and are curious about others' experiences with the product.
A user is using Minoxidil, finasteride, saw palmetto, and Minimalist RCP serum to address hair thinning, with some success but concerns about the long-term benefits of Minimalist. They plan to continue Minoxidil and finasteride for another year before considering a hair transplant.
A 21-year-old male is starting treatment for hair loss with 1mg Finasteride daily and 5% Minoxidil foam twice a day, along with other hair care products and supplements. He plans to document his progress monthly and is concerned about potential side effects from Finasteride.
The user added P5P (vitamin B6) to their shampoo to reduce scalp itch, which improved significantly. They have been using finasteride for hair loss but are exploring additional treatments like topical antiandrogens and prolactin inhibitors.
A user shared their 10-week progress using Minoxidil and 1mg Finasteride daily, reporting no side effects and increased sex drive. Replies praised the noticeable improvement in hair thickness and hairline definition.
A 42-year-old user shared positive results from using oral and topical Minoxidil, Finasteride, and weekly dermarolling for hair regrowth over three months. The community responded positively, noting significant progress and discussing treatment details and concerns.
The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, including minoxidil, finasteride, biotin, folic acid, zinc, micro-needling, niacin, and cipaxil, with the user preparing for a hair transplant. The user experiences side effects with topical finasteride and is hesitant to try oral dutasteride.
Pyrilutamide is seen as a last hope for those who can't take finasteride, with promising results reported. However, there's uncertainty about the quality and consistency of Pyrilutamide from black market sources.
Hair loss discussion mentions HMI-115 efficacy in 3 months after Phase II study. Users discuss treatment effectiveness and mention massive regrowth in previously bald areas.
A 42-year-old man's two-month hair loss treatment progress using topical finasteride, oral minoxidil, microneedling, and keto shampoo. He noticed improvements, including new hair growth, despite minor side effects like mild ache and increased libido initially.
User shared 18-month progress using 1 mg finasteride daily and varying doses of oral minoxidil. Minoxidil caused side effects managed with taurine, dandelion root, sauna, and collagen.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth using 5% topical minoxidil and 1mg finasteride daily, despite multiple shedding phases, and emphasizes the importance of starting treatment early and maintaining consistency. They advise against obsessing over online forums during shedding periods and recommend checking for scalp conditions like seborrheic dermatitis and ensuring proper nutrition.
PP-405, a potential hair loss treatment, shows promise in stimulating dormant hair follicles and may help with various hair loss types. Current treatments like Minoxidil are still recommended as PP-405 is in early trials and may take years to become available.
The safety of combining alfatradiol and fluridil with finasteride as a potential treatment for male pattern baldness, which is approved in the European Union. Other treatments such as minoxidil and RU58841 were also discussed.
A 27-year-old male has been using minoxidil for five months with no improvement and is considering adding finasteride to address potential DHT interference. He is seeking advice on whether finasteride might enhance minoxidil's effectiveness or if he should consider other options like a hair transplant.
The user has been on a comprehensive hair loss treatment regimen for four years, including Dutasteride, topical and oral Minoxidil, and various other treatments, but has seen little progress and is considering a hair transplant. Despite trying multiple therapies, including PRP and exosome injections, the user is still experiencing hair thinning and is hesitant about trying peptides due to potential cancer risks.
PP405 shows promising results for hair growth, potentially outperforming finasteride without side effects like erectile dysfunction. Users discuss using treatments like minoxidil, pyrilutamide, nizoral, and alfatradiol while waiting for PP405's availability.
A user shared progress pictures showing hair improvement after using Minoxidil Foam, Nizoral Shampoo, and microneedling. They plan to add finasteride in a few months.
PP405 is a new hair loss treatment showing early promise with a 20% hair density increase, but skepticism exists due to past failures of similar treatments like Pyrilutamide, RU58841, and Bimatoprost. Users debate its potential effectiveness, with some hopeful due to Google's involvement, while others urge caution without more evidence.
A 22-year-old male with male pattern baldness wants to use minoxidil and finasteride but can't find topical finasteride. He is considering natural DHT blockers like saw palmetto and caffeine and seeks advice on their effectiveness.
User shared progress pictures after 5 months using 5 mg oral minoxidil, a topical formula with 8% minoxidil, 0.1% finasteride, and 0.01% tretinoin, and a 1.5 mm Dermapen every other week. The conversation discusses the effectiveness of this regimen for hair loss.
A user wants to dilute a melatonin sublingual spray to 0.0033% for use as a topical hair loss treatment. They ask if distilled water can be used for dilution and how much is needed for stability over months.