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      community Pyrilutamide application questions

      in Treatment  3 upvotes 3 years ago
      Sprocketshead asks if pyrilutamide can be applied with minoxidil, and inquires about its consistency and odor. They want to know if it's more high maintenance than topical minoxidil.

      community Minoxidil 5% with 0.01% tretinoin

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      Minoxidil 5% combined with 0.01% tretinoin may be as effective as using minoxidil twice daily. Users discuss switching to oral minoxidil for consistency, with concerns about side effects.

      community Oral minoxidil can causes age skin?

      in Minoxidil  8 upvotes 3 years ago
      Oral minoxidil may cause skin aging, such as dark circles. To counteract aging, use tretinoin at night and broad-spectrum sunscreen during the day.

      community Hydrocortisone helps with itch

       4 upvotes 8 years ago
      Hydrocortisone helps relieve scalp itchiness, possibly caused by minoxidil. Users discuss its effectiveness for managing this side effect.

      community The Oral Minoxidil hype, use your head .

      in Minoxidil  7 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation is about the risks and uncertainties of using oral Minoxidil for hair loss, emphasizing that topical Minoxidil may be just as effective. It also mentions alternative treatments like micro-needling and retinol.

      community What is the consensus on topical tretinoin mono therapy?

      in Research/Science 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses the effectiveness of topical tretinoin as a monotherapy for hair loss, with users suggesting it may not be as effective as minoxidil or finasteride. The original poster is considering other options like a phenol peel and is concerned about the risks of derma rolling.

      community Adding Oral Min for evening the odds

      in Minoxidil  7 upvotes 1 month ago
      The conversation discusses switching from topical to oral Minoxidil for hair loss treatment, with the expectation of better results due to systemic delivery. The user has been using Finasteride, topical Minoxidil, and dermastamping, maintaining hair but seeking more regrowth.

      community A scary individual report of RU58841.

      in Research/Science  33 upvotes 1 year ago
      RU58841 caused severe side effects like heart palpitations and shortness of breath, leading the user to stop using it. Minoxidil and finasteride were effective without side effects, while RU58841's safety and effectiveness remain uncertain.

      community Can Micro Needling be harmful in long term?

      in Microneedling  10 upvotes 11 months ago
      The conversation discusses the use of microneedling for hair loss, with concerns about potential long-term effects like fibrosis and scarring. Users share experiences and opinions on combining microneedling with treatments like minoxidil and finasteride, but there is uncertainty about the long-term safety and efficacy.

      community Oral Minoxidil Changes to Vellus Hair

      in Is this regrowth?  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      A person in their early 30s has been using finasteride for about 10 years and recently started oral minoxidil, vitamin chewables, and dermarolling to address hair loss. They noticed pigmented vellus hairs and potential regrowth, questioning if oral minoxidil is more effective than topical due to enzyme differences.

      community Month 2.5 redo. Topical fin/min microneedling once a week.

      in Progress Pictures  18 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user who initially had positive results with oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, and microneedling for hair loss, but experienced side effects like fog and depression. After stopping and losing progress, they restarted with topical treatments and microneedling, reporting good results and no side effects.

      community switched from topical to oral minoxidil (topical mixed with water) 3 months ago and aside from being much easier i’ve also had much more density overall. My results aren’t even finished yet!

      in Progress Pictures 3 years ago
      This user discussed using oral minoxidil as a hair loss treatment, and was cautioned against mixing topical minoxidil with water and drinking it due to potential side effects and risks. Other users shared their concerns about the dangers of self-prescribing medications without consulting a doctor.

      community 5 months of oral minoxidil and oral dutasteride.

      in Progress Pictures  157 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses the positive effects of taking 5 mg oral minoxidil and 0.5 mg oral dutasteride every other day for hair loss, with one user reporting thicker beard and eyebrows and improved appearance. Another user expresses frustration about not being able to access the treatment in Germany, while a different user mentions experiencing no side effects.

      community Should I drop topical minoxidil?

      in Minoxidil 7 months ago
      The user is considering stopping topical minoxidil due to health risks and inconvenience, while continuing oral minoxidil, dutasteride, and vitamins. Others suggest that oral minoxidil carries more risk, and results from treatments may take 3-6 months to appear.

      community Considering Quitting Topical Min

      in Treatment 9 months ago
      The user is considering stopping topical minoxidil due to lack of improvement in hair growth and is exploring alternatives like oral minoxidil, topical finasteride, and tretinoin. They are hesitant about oral finasteride and dutasteride, and are open to trying oral minoxidil if available, despite concerns about potential heart-related side effects.

      community Reasons why Topical worked but Oral Minoxidil didn’t?

      in Minoxidil  16 upvotes 2 years ago
      Some people find topical minoxidil effective for hair loss, but oral minoxidil doesn't work for them, possibly due to absorption issues. Others have had better results with oral minoxidil, suggesting individual responses vary.

      community 1.5 Months on Finasteride and Oral minoxidil

      in Is this regrowth?  60 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user has been using 1.25mg Finasteride, 5mg Oral Minoxidil, Ketoconazole shampoo, and dermastamping for 1.5 months, noticing thicker hair and less scalp visibility, though changes are more noticeable in photos than in real life. They experienced no side effects from Finasteride but had initial chest discomfort with Oral Minoxidil, which resolved, and they plan to continue updating on their progress.

      community 5mg Oral Minoxidil - No Effects

      in Minoxidil  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user reported no effects after 2 months of taking 5mg oral minoxidil, with no shedding or regrowth. They are seeking advice on whether this is normal and if they should be discouraged.

      community Tretinoin and Minoxidil effectiveness

      in Research/Science  10 upvotes 9 months ago
      Tretinoin may enhance minoxidil absorption, potentially improving hair regrowth when combined with microneedling. Users discuss various treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, and microneedling, with mixed results and concerns about side effects and scarring.

      community Trichosol, polyethylene glycol, and DMSO

      in Minoxidil  3 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user experiences irritation from alcohols in minoxidil and is considering alternatives like trichosol mixed with polyethylene glycol or DMSO. They seek advice on the best nonirritating option.