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      community Crystals in Minoxidil bottle

      in General  89 upvotes 11 months ago
      Minoxidil bottle developed crystals, possibly due to air exposure, but the trichologist advised not to worry. The user questions the advice, noting the lack of recommendations for finasteride or derma rolling.

      community Oral min 2.5mg closing in on 3 months

      in Progress Pictures  372 upvotes 3 years ago
      _the_orange_box_'s experience using oral minoxidil, with discussion about finasteride and the potential side effects of both treatments. Other users shared their own experiences related to hair loss treatments.

      community Switch from topical to oral minoxidil

      in Minoxidil  1 upvotes 7 months ago
      The conversation discusses switching from topical to oral minoxidil, using oral minoxidil daily and topical minoxidil only on microneedling days. The user also mentions using finasteride and tretinoin but has not seen results after two months.

      community 2 months Minoxidil / Finasteride from RO May 8 - July 17

      in Minoxidil  165 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user experienced positive results with topical Minoxidil 6%, Finasteride 0.3%, and Tretinoin 0.025% over two months, with improved hair density and no significant side effects except for a dry, itchy scalp. The user uses a biotin shampoo and conditioner to manage scalp issues and applies the treatment once daily.

      community M34 – On finasteride, unsure about starting minoxidil

      in Minoxidil  2 upvotes 7 months ago
      A 34-year-old male, already on finasteride, is hesitant to continue minoxidil due to side effects like headaches and concerns about facial bloating and skin aging. Another user shares their experience with minoxidil causing facial bloating but hopes for hair growth benefits.

      community cb-03-01 research chem (winlevi/clascoterone cream)

      in Technology  3 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user is considering using CB or clascoterone for hair loss, potentially as an alternative to RU. They're also contemplating asking a dermatologist for topical clascoterone cream to apply to their temple.

      community Hair loss seborrheic dermatitis

      in Treatment  8 upvotes 5 years ago
      Hair loss from seborrheic dermatitis can be temporary. Treatments discussed include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841, along with collagen and biotin supplements.

      community 1% cetirizine (available in allergy medicines) for androgenetic alopecia

       56 upvotes 6 years ago
      The conversation discusses using 1% cetirizine, an antihistamine, as a potential treatment for androgenetic alopecia (hair loss). One user plans to try cetirizine instead of finasteride, while others are curious or skeptical about its effectiveness, discussing the role of inflammation in hair loss.
      25M I need help

      community 25M I need help

      in General  54 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user has been using oral finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss but is considering switching back to topical minoxidil due to persistent scalp issues. Another user suggests an anti-inflammation regimen and oral dutasteride.

      community M30, month 2 of dutasteride and minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  275 upvotes 9 months ago
      A user shared their two-month progress using dutasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and tretinoin cream for hair loss, reporting no side effects and increased sex drive. Other users discussed their experiences with similar treatments, including finasteride and oral minoxidil, and debated the effectiveness of microneedling.

      community Dropping RU , not responding..

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 1 year 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 Concerned About 5 mL Minoxidil Dose for Seborrheic Dermatitis

      in Minoxidil  89 upvotes 8 months ago
      The conversation is about a user concerned about a prescribed 5 mL daily dose of 5% minoxidil for seborrheic dermatitis and hair thinning, which seems excessive compared to the typical 2 mL recommendation. The user is advised to consult their dermatologist and consider additional treatments like ketoconazole and CBD+MCT.
      Compunded Oral Minoxidil, As Efficient As Tablet Variants?

      community Compunded Oral Minoxidil, As Efficient As Tablet Variants?

      in Minoxidil  146 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user discusses using compounded oral minoxidil due to the ineffectiveness and inconvenience of topical minoxidil for diffuse thinning. They question the efficacy of compounded minoxidil compared to original tablet forms and express concerns about the importance of excipients and binders.

      community Your sides can very much come from minoxidil.

      in Treatment  7 upvotes 4 years ago
      Minoxidil may cause increased prolactin levels, leading to side effects like puffy nipples and chest tenderness. Users experienced these issues and considered stopping minoxidil while continuing or switching to other treatments like finasteride, microneedling, and supplements.

      community Pyrludimide (KX-826) or Breezula (clascoterone)

      in Treatment  8 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      The conversation is about hair loss treatments, specifically Pyrludimide (KX-826) and Breezula (clascoterone), with the user unable to tolerate finasteride and dutasteride. The user plans to use these treatments alongside minoxidil, considering the efficacy and availability of each option.

      community [21M] seb derm + probably mbp.

      in Research/Science  5 upvotes 3 years ago
      Minoxidil and finasteride are being considered for hair loss due to seborrheic dermatitis and male pattern baldness. The user is also using ketoconazole and zinc pyrithione shampoo.

      community Seborrheic dermatitis - can it cause long-term shedding (or telogen effluvium)?

      in Advice  5 upvotes 6 years ago
      A user is experiencing significant hair loss and scalp issues despite using Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 since 2017. They switched to oral Minoxidil and are now on isotretinoin and topical corticosteroids for seborrheic dermatitis but continue to lose hair and seek advice on whether inflammation or treatment changes are the cause.