User shares 8-month progress on oral finasteride and minoxidil, noting initial success followed by a second shed. They seek advice on drug resistance and pill efficacy, with responses suggesting to push through the shed and consider the impact of cycling off minoxidil.
Amplifica is testing a compound called AMP-303 for hair loss, but it's not Scube3 or osteopontin. The timing for the results from the clinical trial is unknown.
The user started using topical minoxidil, oral finasteride, GHK-CU, and HGH in October, resulting in thicker hair and improved overall health. They experienced minor side effects like dehydration from HGH but reported benefits like clearer skin, better recovery, and muscle gain.
The user is discussing their hair loss treatment stack, which includes CB-03-01, Fluridil, Alfatradiol, Cosmerna, microneedling, and Stemoxydine. They have seen some new hair growth but wish they could use finasteride.
RU58841's potential side effects, particularly heart palpitations, are debated, with some attributing them to contamination with minoxidil. Users report mixed experiences, with some seeing no side effects and others cautioning about the lack of reliable data on RU58841's safety.
Finasteride can reduce neuroactive steroids, causing side effects like depression, anxiety, and sexual dysfunction. Some users experience persistent symptoms after stopping finasteride, while others use alternative treatments like topical solutions.
A man with thick, white hair is admired for his genetics, leading to discussions about hair loss and the preference for white hair over balding. Some speculate about the use of treatments like finasteride.
PP405's effectiveness in increasing hair density is questioned due to a small sample size, despite investment from Google Ventures. Users express skepticism and suggest waiting for more conclusive results.
User Kylo313 used dutasteride for 20 years and had two daughters, questioning if dutasteride affects the likelihood of having male vs female children. Replies mostly request hairline photos and discuss anecdotal experiences, with some suggesting correlation doesn't imply causation and that gender determination isn't affected by dutasteride.
The user experienced significant hair growth using topical finasteride and minoxidil but noticed nipple changes, suggesting early gynecomastia. They plan to stop the treatment and consider blood work to check hormonal balance.
A 17-year-old is addressing hair loss with finasteride, topical minoxidil, and microneedling. They are considering adding GHK-Cu to their regimen, but others advise caution with finasteride due to age.
The user experienced positive hair growth results using microneedling with rosemary and mint oil, without Minoxidil, Finasteride, or RU58841. They switched from a dermaroller to a microneedling pen and targeted different scalp areas weekly.
PP405 is considered a promising hair loss treatment, potentially replacing minoxidil but not finasteride. Users are hopeful for future treatments like GT20029 and VDPHL01, while remaining cautious about effectiveness and side effects.
Tea tree oil shampoo resolved redness, itching, and increased hair thickness for the user, suggesting demodex mites as a possible cause. Nizoral was ineffective, but tea tree oil showed significant improvement over several months.
The user is using dutasteride, estradiol cypionate, microneedling, oral minoxidil, and plans to add ketoconazole for hair regrowth. They are questioning if the improvement is due to actual regrowth or just better photo angles.
A user on finasteride, minoxidil, dermastamp, and Nizoral is seeing baby hairs and asks if it's regrowth. Another user confirms it is regrowth and encourages them to continue.
The user is using oral and topical minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, and considering adding rosemary and pumpkin saw palmetto to their regimen. They report significant hair growth, especially with dutasteride, and are considering increasing their dose and adding RU58841.
A user is using topical finasteride, keto shampoo, microneedling, and tretinoin for hair loss and is considering adding pyrilutamide. They notice some improvement at the temples and seek advice on whether to focus on cosmetic results despite daily shedding.
User "yungnickyyp" shares 5-month progress using Fin/Min/Niz/Derm for hair loss. Others express jealousy and amazement at the significant hair regrowth.
A 31-year-old male shared his 3-year progress using finasteride 1 mg daily, with additional treatments including nutrafol, multivitamins, vitamin D, marine collagen, PRP scalp injections, micro-needling, and Nizoral. He experienced temporary libido issues but currently has no side effects.
RU58841 caused chest tightness, throat irritation, and headaches, leading the user to stop its use. The user plans to restart with a lower dose if symptoms fully disappear but remains cautious due to anxiety and side effects.
A 27-year-old has seen hair regrowth over 5 months using 2ml of 5% minoxidil daily, 50mg of RU58841 daily, and occasional microneedling. Commenters think the results are good and ask about microneedling frequency, needle size, and if ketoconazole shampoo is used.
A 25-year-old male experiencing diffuse thinning is advised to address high TSH levels and low iron, and consider treatments like finasteride. Weight loss and improved diet are also suggested to potentially help with hair health.
A user shared their 3.5-4 month progress using Topical Minoxidil, Oral Finasteride, Keto 1%, and Dermastamp, reporting positive results despite some shedding and flaking. Replies praised the progress and inquired about the treatment routine and temple condition.
The conversation discusses a person's experience with hair loss treatments, including 7 months of using finasteride and minoxidil, switching to oral minoxidil, using ketoconazole shampoo, and microneedling. They notice hair regrowth more with flash photography than in regular light.
Topical finasteride may have higher systemic absorption and lower efficacy when using a Propylene Glycol/Ethanol formulation compared to the hydroxypropyl chitosan (HPCH) formulation. The safety profile of topical finasteride relies heavily on the HPCH formulation, and using standard solutions might lead to different pharmacokinetics.
A 21-year-old male diagnosed with telogen effluvium and male pattern baldness started oral finasteride, which initially slowed hair loss and slightly thickened hair, but experienced increased shedding after surgery. The doctor recommended iron and vitamin D supplements, and the user is seeking additional advice.
Microneedling and Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) are equally effective for treating androgenetic alopecia, with no additional benefits from PRP over microneedling. Both treatments are safe and well-tolerated.
A user did not respond to finasteride, dutasteride, and oral minoxidil for hair loss after four years of treatment and is considering scalp micropigmentation (SMP). Other users suggest the hair loss pattern may indicate alopecia areata and recommend seeing a dermatologist.