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      community CB-03-01 / Breezula Personal Results

      in Treatment  17 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user shared their experience with CB-03-01 (Breezula/Clascoterone) for hair loss, noting reduced shedding and improved hair appearance but experiencing significant sleep disturbances and low energy due to HPA axis suppression. They decided to stop using it due to these side effects and are waiting for GT20029 as an alternative.

      community Can MPB come and go?

      in Advice  5 upvotes 8 years ago
      Hair loss can stabilize at a certain level and may not be permanent, especially if hormonal. The user experienced hair regrowth after using fish oil and derma rolling, but is hesitant to use Minoxidil or finasteride.

      community stopping RU58841 while using Oral min+dut

      in Chat  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is considering stopping RU58841 due to inconvenience and potential side effects, while continuing with oral minoxidil and dutasteride. Another user shared their experience of stopping RU58841 without significant hair shedding while on dutasteride and minoxidil.

      community Second shed, second shed, Second shed

      in Is this regrowth?  4 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user experienced hair loss after initially seeing positive results from using dutasteride and oral minoxidil. They are concerned about the hair shedding and wonder if stopping a multivitamin contributed to the issue.

      community Dropping RU , not responding..

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user has been using RU58841 for 6 months without noticeable results and is considering dropping it while continuing oral minoxidil, daily dutasteride, and topical minoxidil. Another user suggests visiting a dermatologist to check for other conditions.

      community Tretinoin+Minoxidil heavy shedding. (31M)

      in Treatment  10 upvotes 2 years ago
      A person using Minoxidil, Finasteride, Microneedling, and recently added Tretinoin is experiencing heavy shedding and thinning hair. They suspect Tretinoin has made them respond to Minoxidil and are seeking others with similar experiences.

      community The number of hairs lost when i washed my hair during first minoxidil shed (and the ratio of mature vs miniaturized hair)

      in Minoxidil  89 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user is experiencing a minoxidil shed after six months of use, noting a significant number of miniaturized hairs compared to mature ones, and has been on finasteride 0.5mg daily for two years with positive results. The user meticulously counts and categorizes shed hairs, sparking reactions ranging from amusement to concern over the level of obsession.

      community Trying intermittent Dutasteride (0.5mg every 5-6 days)

      in Basic Questions  165 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 22-year-old male experienced hair regrowth using an intermittent Dutasteride regimen, oral and topical Minoxidil, FolliHair AM/PM, and Salicia KT shampoo. He stopped Dutasteride due to side effects like dry eyes and skin, but noticed increased hair shedding after stopping.

      community Oral Minoxidil stopped my growth?

      in Minoxidil  2 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user switched from topical to oral Minoxidil and is experiencing hair shedding without significant regrowth, despite using Finasteride and Dutasteride. They are considering whether their body isn't responding to oral Minoxidil and are exploring options like dermarolling.

      community Minoxidil its giving me huge water retention

      in Minoxidil  128 upvotes 1 year ago
      Minoxidil caused water retention and gastrointestinal issues for the user, which improved after stopping the medication. The user is now using finasteride and topical minoxidil, experiencing excessive urination and concerns about systemic absorption.

      community Sudden, rapid hair loss

       4 upvotes 11 years ago
      A 33-year-old male experienced sudden, rapid hair loss, possibly due to a reaction to mentholated shampoo and undiluted tea tree oil, with a history of seborrheic dermatitis. He is currently taking finasteride, vitamin D3, a multivitamin, and biotin, and is seeking further medical evaluation.

      community Extreme shedding after ~1 year on 5% topical minoxidil — normal or problem?

      in Minoxidil  4 upvotes 4 months ago
      A 17-year-old using 5% topical minoxidil experienced significant hair shedding after a year, possibly due to a "synchronization shed" and deficiencies in vitamin D and iron. Recommendations include continuing minoxidil, optimizing vitamin D and iron levels, and reducing tretinoin use if scalp irritation occurs.

      community Prolonged shedding over last 15 months

      in Update  2 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user has been experiencing prolonged hair shedding despite using Dutasteride, Minoxidil, and topical Finasteride, with blood tests showing high free testosterone and low SHBG. Suggestions include adjusting Minoxidil dosage, considering topical anti-androgens like RU58841, and addressing metabolic factors to increase SHBG.

      community Anyone lossing Hair wen apply RU/Minox?

      in Minoxidil  3 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user reports losing a significant amount of hair when applying RU58841 and Minoxidil but loses much less hair when massaging or brushing without these treatments. They are concerned about the increased hair loss associated with these products.

      community Ru with gloves because of Systemic absorption?

      in Research/Science  10 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about whether to use gloves when applying 5% RU58841 to avoid systemic absorption and if washing hands with water is sufficient. Users question the concern, noting it is applied to the scalp.

      community Dry flakes from topical fin use

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing white flakes and a greasy look from using a topical solution containing 0.025% finasteride, 8% minoxidil, 0.01% retinoic acid, and 1% hydrocortisone. Suggestions include reducing application frequency, using a brush to clean the scalp, and considering alcohol-free alternatives.