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      community Will PP405 render Minox and Fin obsolete?

      in Research/Science  26 upvotes 10 months ago
      PP405 might make minoxidil unnecessary, but finasteride or other 5AR inhibitors may still be needed. PP405 is expected to be expensive and not available until at least 2028, with limited information on its effectiveness.

      community 2 Months oral Min/Fin/dermarolling

      in Is this regrowth?  28 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user has been using oral Minoxidil, Finasteride, and dermarolling for two months to address hair loss and is considering continuing the treatment until December before possibly switching to Dutasteride. They are hesitant about getting a hair transplant and are exploring other options like SMP, while receiving encouragement and advice from others to continue the current regimen for a longer period to see more results.

      community Dutas and Minox results - mixed feelings

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  239 upvotes 6 months ago
      A user experienced significant hair growth using oral dutasteride and minoxidil but developed severe erectile dysfunction, likely exacerbated by obesity and diabetes. They plan to lose weight and possibly adjust medication to alleviate side effects.

      community 1 year hair update. 1mg Fin 1x Daily and Min 2x Daily

      in Update  83 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using 1mg finasteride daily and 5% minoxidil foam twice daily for a year, along with weekly microneedling for the past few months. They are providing an update on their hair loss treatment progress.

      community 1.5 years minoxidil daily (5%). Fin 1.25 mg daily for 3 months, now switched to MWF schedule. Nizoral every other day, micro needling 1.5mm once a week.

      in Progress Pictures  178 upvotes 3 years ago
      This conversation is about a user's experience with treating hair loss using minoxidil daily, finasteride 1.25 mg every other day and micro needling once a week, as well as their experiences with the side effects of finasteride. Replies to their post shared similar experiences and advice on switching from topical minoxidil to oral.

      community 3 month progress on Min/Fin

       153 upvotes 6 years ago
      A user's 3-month progress on minoxidil and finasteride, getting amazing results and offering advice to others considering the treatments. Replies include other users sharing their own successes with these treatments and encouraging EmptyPin to keep it up.

      community Painkillers May Block Minoxidil

      in Research/Science  16 upvotes 1 year ago
      Painkillers like Aspirin may reduce Minoxidil's effectiveness by inhibiting the enzyme PGHS-1, which is crucial for hair growth. Using NSAIDs that inhibit COX-2 or combining Minoxidil with PGF2/E2 analogues or retinoids may enhance its efficacy.

      community ORAL MIN ,DERMAROLLING AND RU58841 PROGRESS 3 months (18,M)

      in Progress Pictures  80 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation is about an 18-year-old's progress with hair regrowth using oral Minoxidil, dermarolling, and RU58841 over three months, starting treatment after beginning to lose hair at 16. Participants are impressed with the improvement and encourage continued treatment.

      community 1 year progression dut+minox...

      in Progress Pictures  588 upvotes 7 months ago
      The conversation is about a user's one-year hair loss treatment using dutasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, ketoconazole, tretinoin, and PRP. Users discuss treatment effectiveness, potential issues with diffuse thinning, and sourcing affordable treatments.

      community What brand of Redensyl do you use?

      in Question  4 upvotes 6 years ago
      User is experiencing issues with Minoxidil and is considering switching to Redensyl, specifically asking for brand recommendations. The Ordinary - Multi Peptide is mentioned, but the user seeks other brand experiences.

      community Oral min vs topical comparison

      in Treatment  10 upvotes 1 year ago
      Oral minoxidil is claimed to be more effective and easier to use than topical minoxidil, with a 100% response rate, but it may cause unwanted body hair growth and has potential heart-related side effects. Topical minoxidil is less effective for many due to enzyme limitations, can cause scalp issues, and is more challenging to apply, but it avoids systemic side effects.

      community Found the solution tressbros - 1.5 years 2.5mg oral minox, 5mg finasteride, 8mg estradiol valerate (weekly)

      in Transgender  591 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses a transgender individual's successful hair loss treatment over 1.5 years using 2.5mg oral minoxidil, 5mg finasteride, and 8mg weekly injectable estradiol valerate. Some users debate the appropriateness of this approach within the group's goals, while others support the individualized treatment and its additional benefits for transgender individuals.

      community Important detail for Oral Minoxidil users

      in Minoxidil  9 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      Oral minoxidil users should monitor heart health with periodic echocardiograms and cardiologist visits due to potential side effects. While some experience serious side effects, they are rare, and the benefits for hair growth often outweigh the risks.

      community ASATONA AG and "Asatex"

       4 upvotes 7 years ago
      The conversation discusses Melatonin's potential benefits for AGA and a product called "Asatex" by ASATONA AG. The company was uncooperative when contacted for purchase inquiries.

      community 2 Months on Oral Minox/Dut + 1 Month on 5% Topical Minox and Dermaroller

      in Progress Pictures  105 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using oral minoxidil and dutasteride since September 1, 2024, and added 5% topical minoxidil and a dermaroller in October, noticing regrowth, especially with the addition of topical minoxidil. They plan to consider finasteride for further improvement and have experienced some increased body hair growth from the oral minoxidil.

      community 4 years on duta+minox as aggressive early shedder, my experience. AMA.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  20 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their four-year experience using 0.5mg dutasteride and topical minoxidil once daily for aggressive early hair loss, maintaining their hairline and regrowing hair on the vertex. They've experienced positive social feedback and increased confidence but also deal with dry eyes from dutasteride and worry about its long-term effects and cost.

      community 7 months of min 2x a day + .25mg fin 1x a day

      in Progress Pictures  509 upvotes 1 year ago
      User shared progress pictures after 7 months of using 0.25mg finasteride daily and 1ml minoxidil twice daily, reporting no side effects and being thrilled with the results. Other users discussed the effectiveness of lower doses and the psychological impact of potential side effects.

      community Pills for life Dutasteride 2.5mg+5mg oral Minoxidil 🤑

      in Satire  37 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses using Dutasteride, oral Minoxidil, and other medications for hair loss, with the user expressing satisfaction despite potential side effects. The user prefers these treatments to maintain a youthful hairline, despite others suggesting alternative methods.

      community 1.5 month progress ( 2x Minoxidil a day+ microneedling)

      in Progress Pictures  131 upvotes 3 years ago
      This conversation is about a user's progress pictures after using minoxidil twice a day and microneedling for 1.5 months, with other users recommending finasteride as an additional treatment. They are also discussing the frequency and depth of the microneedling.

      community Very exited about Veradermics,

      in Research/Science  29 upvotes 1 week ago
      Veradermics is a promising new treatment for hair loss, essentially a repackaged version of Minoxidil. The user is optimistic about its potential effectiveness.

      community Smoking minoxidil, the theory that changes everything.

      in Minoxidil  607 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user humorously suggested smoking minoxidil in a blunt as an alternative hair growth method, sparking a satirical discussion on unconventional and unsafe ways to use minoxidil. The conversation included various suggestions like oral pills, rectal administration, and other absurd methods, with some users warning against the dangers of such practices.