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120-150 / 1000+ resultscommunity Minoxidil its giving me huge water retention
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 Experiencing Shedding 1 Month After Switching to 2.5mg Oral Minoxidil from Topical
The user switched from topical to oral minoxidil to improve hair regrowth but experienced significant shedding after one month. They are considering continuing oral minoxidil for six months before deciding whether to switch back to topical if no improvements occur.
community Finasteride and minoxidil 1.5 years, sudden shed What should I do?
Hair loss discussion involved Finasteride, Minoxidil, and RU58841. User experienced sudden shedding after 1.5 years of Finasteride and Minoxidil use, seeking advice.
community Mucuna pruriens, dopamine and prolactin. Natural route with oils.
The post discusses using Mucuna pruriens, essential oils, and dermarolling for hair loss treatment. The user also mentions pausing testosterone-boosting herbs due to side effects like acne and hair loss.
community Double jaw surgery induced intense shed, pyrilutamide stopped it in its tracks
After jaw surgery caused intense hair shedding and scalp itch, using pyrilutamide significantly reduced these symptoms. It's suggested to test pyrilutamide for authenticity before use, despite positive personal experience with the product from MV Supplements.
community Sudden, rapid hair loss
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 Possible explaination for Finasteride Reflex Hyperandrogenicity
The user has been using finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss but experienced worsening temple recession. They suspect they might be more sensitive to testosterone and are considering trying RU58841 or CB 03 01 as additional treatments.
community Extreme shedding after ~1 year on 5% topical minoxidil — normal or problem?
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
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?
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?
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
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.
community DLQ01: A Better "Minoxidil" PGF2a synthetic analogue.
DLQ01, a prostaglandin F2α analog, shows promise for hair growth by directly stimulating PGE2/PGF receptors without needing conversion, and can be combined with minoxidil and retinoids like tretinoin for enhanced effectiveness. Minoxidil's efficacy may be reduced by COX-1 inhibitors, but using prostaglandin analogs like Latanoprost or Bimatoprost can help maintain its effectiveness.
community Adding an emollient to Minoxidil to avoid the dryness
Minoxidil causes dryness, and adding an emollient might help. The foam version is suggested to reduce dryness.
community Weird response to microneedling
Microneedling can cause sneezing and eye tearing due to nerve stimulation, particularly near the temples and forehead. Some users find it lessens over time, while others prefer using finasteride and minoxidil for hair growth.
community Heavy shedding after adding tretinoin (.01%) to minoxidil - 2.5 months
After adding tretinoin to minoxidil for hair loss treatment, the user experienced increased shedding and no visible regrowth, despite also using microneedling and ketoconazole shampoo. The user cannot take finasteride due to side effects and is seeking advice on whether to continue with the current routine or modify the use of tretinoin.
community The Empire (Itch) Strikes Back
A 22-year-old male using 0.5mg Dutasteride and 2.5mg oral Minoxidil daily for 5.5 months reports increased shedding and scalp itching. He also experienced acne and is concerned about whether the shedding is normal and if daily hair washing for seborrheic dermatitis is causing dryness.
community May to today (dut 0.5mg everyday 3.5 months). Is it normal for my sensitive areas to miniaturize crazy?
The user is experiencing increased hair miniaturization despite using oral minoxidil, dutasteride, and microneedling. They are considering reintroducing finasteride and adjusting dutasteride dosage.
community Dut mesotherapy shed or not working
The user experienced initial success with topical minoxidil and dutasteride mesotherapy but is now losing more hair and unsure if it's due to shedding or ineffective treatment. They are considering whether to try a different approach.
community Should I Switch to Oral Minoxidil While Continuing Dutasteride? Need Advice on Next Steps After Accelerated Shedding
The user is experiencing increased hair shedding and is considering switching from a topical solution containing minoxidil, finasteride, and tretinoin to oral minoxidil while continuing oral dutasteride. They are seeking advice on whether to make this switch or wait for the shedding to stabilize, and are concerned about potential side effects of oral minoxidil.
community Minoxidil liquid gives me flakes /has anyone tried PG-free liquid with a scalp applicator?
community Breezula disappearing like my hair follicles.
Breezula's development has stalled, leaving users disappointed. The conversation includes skepticism about its approval and effectiveness.
community Acne breakout caused by oral minoxidil?
Switching from topical to oral minoxidil caused acne breakouts, leading the user to revert to topical use. Finasteride was also used, but acne was suspected to be linked to oral minoxidil.
community Feeling the 2nd, perhaps 1st, Dutasteride shed, might shave, might thug it out.
The user is experiencing increased hair shedding after 6 months of using Dutasteride and oral minoxidil, despite previous regrowth and satisfaction with the results. They are considering shaving their head again and discuss the effectiveness of their treatment routine, which includes Dutasteride, oral minoxidil, and Nizoral, while also addressing concerns about side effects like erectile dysfunction and body composition changes.
community Could 0.1% of retinol be a good replacement for 0.01% tretinoin in combination with minoxidil?
The conversation discusses using 0.1% retinol as a potential substitute for 0.01% tretinoin with minoxidil for hair loss treatment. It mentions that tretinoin is not easily available in some countries, and retinol might be less effective but less harsh on the scalp.
community Shedding long hair after 8 months of no shedding (oral dut .5mg+ oral min 2.5)
A user experienced significant hair shedding after 8 months of using oral dutasteride (0.5 mg), minoxidil (2.5 mg), and biotin (5 mg) daily. They are concerned about the effectiveness of the treatment and possible resistance to dutasteride.
community 5mg min 0.5mg dut - temple regrowth but ravaged crown? 28M
A 28-year-old male is experiencing temple regrowth but crown thinning while using 5mg minoxidil and 0.5mg dutasteride. The shedding phase is seen as a positive sign of treatment effectiveness, with expectations of noticeable improvements around 6 to 12 months.
community Quitting minoxidil after 1.2 years of hair transplant
The user experienced side effects like dull skin and eye bags from minoxidil after a hair transplant and is considering alternatives like redensyl. They stopped using finasteride due to side effects and are concerned about maintaining hair without minoxidil.
community [M23] AWESOME progress on DUT Mesotherapy until I ruined everything
A user shared their progress with hair loss treatment using Dutasteride Mesotherapy but mentioned they ruined their progress. Another user commented that Minoxidil caused shedding, which should regrow in three months.