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      community Oral minoxidil + microneedling - pointless?

      in Microneedling  19 upvotes 1 year ago
      Oral minoxidil is considered effective for hair growth, and some users combine it with microneedling despite mixed opinions on its additional benefits. Concerns about microneedling include potential scarring and lack of conclusive evidence on its effectiveness when used with oral treatments.

      community Cats and minoxidil solutions, experiences?

      in Minoxidil  16 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      Minoxidil is highly toxic to cats, and users are advised to avoid using it if they have cats, or to take extreme precautions if they do. Some users suggest using oral minoxidil instead, but it may not be available in all countries.

      community Piroctone Olamine and Ketoconazole

      in Ketoconazole  7 upvotes 2 years ago
      Piroctone olamine and ketoconazole are both effective for reducing dandruff and hair shedding, with potential benefits for hair thickness and scalp health. Piroctone olamine may be as effective or better than ketoconazole in certain conditions, yet it is often overlooked.

      community Dr. Gabel Doesn't Use Verteporfin

      in Transplants  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      Dr. Gabel doesn't use Verteporfin because it's not FDA approved. The user is getting FUT and wants to minimize scarring and maximize hair regrowth.

      community Growth Stimulants that aren't Minoxidil...?

      in Research/Science  8 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is exploring hair growth stimulants other than Minoxidil, mentioning Stemoxydine, various peptides, drugs like Latanoprost and Bimatoprost, and natural remedies such as Rosemary Oil and Caffeine. They express concerns about the long-term effectiveness and safety of these alternatives and seek more information on viable options for hair regrowth.

      community CB-03-01: I need help

      in Treatment  7 upvotes 5 years ago
      The user stopped using finasteride and RU58841 and is considering CB-03-01 for androgenic alopecia but is concerned about the cost and effectiveness, especially at a lower dose than in clinical trials. They are also using minoxidil, micro-needling, and nizoral shampoo but are unsure about the correct application method for CB-03-01.

      community Custom topical solution in Bangkok

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  3 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 28-year-old male uses custom-compounded topical solutions with Minoxidil, Finasteride, and Tretinoin for hair loss maintenance. He seeks advice on sourcing similar solutions in Bangkok, Thailand, and whether a local prescription is needed.

      community Highly experimental stack! Self Study Coming!

      in Research/Science  4 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      A 19-year-old plans to use an experimental hair loss treatment stack including micro-needling, Minoxidil, Pyrilutamide, Ketoconazole shampoo, and other unreleased compounds like PP405. Users advise against using unverified treatments and suggest sticking to proven options like Finasteride, with some recommending topical application to avoid side effects.

      community Looks like Iโ€™m allergic to propylene glycol..

      in Minoxidil  4 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user is experiencing an allergic reaction to propylene glycol in Kirkland minoxidil and is considering switching to a foam version or a low-PG minoxidil solution. They are also contemplating oral minoxidil but are concerned about its long-term safety.

      community Have any of you given Nanoxidil a try?

      in Product  4 upvotes 3 years ago
      Nanoxidil is discussed as a potential alternative to Minoxidil for hair loss, with some users reporting better results and improved hair strength. However, concerns about its lack of FDA approval and potential scalp dryness are noted.

      community Any proof backing Nanoxidil over Minoxidil?

      in Minoxidil  4 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically comparing Nanoxidil and Minoxidil. The user reports no benefits from either treatment and expresses concern about micro-needling worsening their condition.

      community Topical fin formulation question

      in Finasteride  91 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user is making a homemade topical finasteride solution by dissolving crushed finasteride tablets in ethanol and PG. They are unsure if the final solution maintains the intended concentration after filtering and are considering adding more ethanol to ensure accuracy.

      community 6 Months of Minox + 1mg Fin 5x a week.

      in Update 5 years ago
      Using minoxidil and finasteride to address hair loss, with questions about side effects and the possibility of microneedling for increased effectiveness.

      community Minoxidil experiment on single hair follicle

      in Minoxidil  1697 upvotes 10 months ago
      Minoxidil was applied to a single miniaturized hair follicle over four months, resulting in less miniaturization but not yet terminal growth. The user used a 5% minoxidil solution, specifically the Regaine brand, and observed changes using a handheld WiFi microscope.

      community Methods Of Staying Safe On Ru58841 - My 2 Cents

      in Research/Science  21 upvotes 1 year ago
      RU58841 is used topically to prevent hair loss by blocking DHT, with suggestions to drink grapefruit juice, take breaks, avoid microneedling, and use lower concentrations to reduce side effects. Users discuss applying it at night to minimize systemic absorption.

      community OFFICIAL Multi-Center Verteporfin Trial Recruitment

      in Research/Science  251 upvotes 10 months ago
      Recruitment for a verteporfin trial and a separate hair cloning trial using verteporfin and other methods is underway, with locations in Jordan, NYC, Beverly Hills, and Memphis. Dr. Bloxham is conducting the hair cloning trial, and interested participants are encouraged to contact him directly.

      community Starting Pyrilutamide BID. First dose was yesterday. Diffuse thinning. I will put my full regimen below.

      in Research/Science  89 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user's regimen to help with their diffuse thinning, which includes taking Pyrilutamide BID, 1mg finasteride daily, 2.5mg oral minoxidil daily, topical minoxidil since August 2021, LLLT every two days, topical fin, progesterone, melatonin, minoxidil (started one week ago), pumpkin seed oil and not dermarolling; other commenters suggested Nizoral for dandruff control and caution when using pre-mixed products with Pyrilutamide.

      community Curious about 'nuclear' stacks

      in Research/Science  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses using higher doses of minoxidil and finasteride, considering dutasteride, and exploring other treatments like RU58841 for hair preservation. The user reports no side effects after six months and is interested in advanced treatment combinations.

      community Finasteyd topical 0.025% minoxidil and caffeine action

      in Progress Pictures  102 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user "OP" uses a combination of topical minoxidil 5%, finasteride 0.025%, and caffeine to combat hair loss, with noticeable results over 5-6 months. Side effects include unwanted body hair growth and an itchy scalp, but no significant sexual side effects.

      community Halted my hair loss with topical liposomal finasteride 0.01%

      in Treatment  22 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user halted hair loss using 0.01% topical liposomal finasteride daily, with no side effects or regrowth, and recently added 5% minoxidil and low-level laser therapy. They recommend this conservative approach for those hesitant about finasteride.