The user has been using 5% topical minoxidil for a year, but hair loss has worsened recently. They are considering adding finasteride to their treatment.
RU58841 is considered effective by some users, but finasteride and minoxidil are commonly used with varying dosages to manage side effects. Users report different experiences with treatments like pyrilutamide, fluridil, and RU58841, with some seeing results and others not.
A 17-year-old is looking for alternatives to finasteride for DHT control to preserve hair, considering ketoconazole shampoo for its potential to inhibit 5AR and also thinking about using caffeine-containing shampoos like alpecin or watermans.
RU-58642 is a powerful anti-androgen that was not developed further, possibly due to safety concerns or financial reasons. RU58841 is a topical alternative, but it is less effective than finasteride and dutasteride, and its long-term effects are not well-studied.
Dutasteride at 2.5 mg/day reduces scalp DHT by 80%, while 0.5 mg/day reduces it by 50%, with minimal difference in side effects. Users often combine it with finasteride, RU58841, and minoxidil for better hair loss management, though side effects like dry skin and pimples are noted.
A 48-year-old who had been thinning since 25 and reached NW4-5 baldness saw no improvement with 1mg/day finasteride and 5% minoxidil twice a day after 8 months. After copying another person's routine, they now use 0.5mg finasteride, ketoconazole shampoo weekly, daily microneedling with 0.5mm and 1mm once a week, and apply minoxidil twice daily, resulting in baby hairs on their bald spot and temples after three months.
RU58841 from Amazon is unreliable, with users reporting no benefits and side effects like eye swelling and chest pain. Rudirect is recommended for purchasing in Europe.
Using 2% ketoconazole shampoo reduced hair shedding significantly, while 1% did not. The user wonders if hair loss was due to seborrheic dermatitis and if stopping workouts also affected this.
A user is considering adjusting their hair loss treatment, currently using 1.0mg finasteride, 2.5mg minoxidil, 5% minoxidil foam, and Nizoral 1%. They are seeking advice on whether to increase dosages or switch treatments, and if reducing dosages later would affect their progress.
A user shared their two-year progress using 2.5mg finasteride daily and minoxidil twice daily, recently adding topical dutasteride. Another user questioned the high finasteride dosage, noting no benefits over 1mg.
The progress made by someone using finasteride, minoxidil and Nizoral for hair loss over a 2.5 year period, with before and after photos to show the results. Replies included encouragements and questions about the treatments used.
The conversation is about using a hair loss treatment combining 5% RU58841 and 5% minoxidil. The user is considering trying this formula after seeing it advertised.
A user shared their 3-year progress using 0.5mg finasteride daily for hair loss, reporting no side effects and significant improvement after 8-10 months. They are considering increasing the dosage or adding minoxidil for further results.
A user's experience with hair loss treatments including minoxidil, finasteride, derma roller, nizoral shampoo and various vitamins; the user reported great progress over two months.
ET-02 (RS 5441) shows promising results for hair growth, performing better in humans than in mice. There is debate over the effectiveness compared to minoxidil, with some users wanting more detailed data.
Minoxidil is effective for frontal hair loss, despite packaging suggesting it's for crown thinning. The user has seen results with Minoxidil from a different provider.
The conversation discusses using Pyrilutamide 1% as a potential treatment for hair loss, with some users combining it with minoxidil and finasteride. Experiences vary, with some reporting shedding and no progress, while others remain hopeful for future results.
The conversation discusses adding Nizoral (Ketoconazole shampoo) and castor oil to a hair loss regimen. Users suggest trying Nizoral due to its potential benefits and low cost.
Minoxidil without propylene glycol is sought to avoid dermatitis, with Rogaine foam and Tecflox suggested as alternatives. Users discuss using foam to prevent irritation and suggest heating it for easier application.
The conversation discusses alternatives to RU58841 for hair loss treatment, with suggestions including topical spironolactone, peppermint and rosemary oils, and saw palmetto. The user also considers ordering RU58841 from China but finds it too expensive.
The user is considering reducing their finasteride dose from 2.5mg to 1.25mg to make the supply last longer and is concerned about potential changes in results. They have been using the 2.5mg dose for four months.
A treatment showed a 20% hair density increase in weeks, with nearly a third of participants experiencing significant results, while questions remain about its long-term efficacy and effectiveness across different scalp areas. There is interest in combining it with finasteride and minoxidil for potentially better outcomes.
The user reported hair thickening after two months of using topical 7% minoxidil and 0.1% dutasteride, with no side effects. They previously experienced side effects with oral finasteride and switched to the topical treatment.
The conversation is about a user assessing their hair loss as Norwood 1.5 and discussing their use of oral minoxidil and finasteride for 2.5 years, which improved their hair density. They are content with their current progress but hope to reach Norwood 1.
A user reports significant hair regrowth after using a combination of 0.3% finasteride and 6% minoxidil, applied with a dropper, and switching to Nizoral shampoo. They experienced hair loss while studying and working, but saw improvement without side effects, despite not continuing with derma rolling.
The user is considering adding RU58841 to liquid minoxidil without propylene glycol (PG) due to an allergy and is asking if this combination is effective and if PG is necessary. They have been using finasteride and minoxidil foam, plan to use RU58841 with liquid minoxidil in the evening, and continue finasteride.
_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.