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      community Using topicals after hair transplant if safe to do so

      in Transplants  7 upvotes 1 month ago
      After a hair transplant, it's advised to stop using RU58841 and minoxidil to avoid irritation, resuming them 25-30 days post-surgery if the scalp is healed. The user is currently using finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841, but there are concerns about the safety and efficacy of RU58841 in humans.

      community 6 month Transformation Oral Fin only 20m

      in Progress Pictures  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user experienced significant hair improvement using oral finasteride for six months, adding microneedling and switching to non-sulfate shampoo. They managed side effects by working out and noticed no negative impact on libido.

      community I’m taking Veradermics VDPHL01 - AMA

      in Treatment  174 upvotes 1 month ago
      A participant using Veradermics VDPHL01, an extended-release oral minoxidil, experienced significant hair regrowth from Norwood 6 to Norwood 3V without side effects. They plan to use dutasteride after the treatment to maintain results.

      community Scarring Alopecia and NSAIDs?

      in Female  4 upvotes 5 years ago
      The user suspects scarring alopecia and is exploring NSAIDs and turmeric/pepper for inflammation-related hair loss, having experienced burning and thinning with finasteride and testosterone reduction. They are seeking feedback while unable to afford a dermatologist.

      community European finasteride difference

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  102 upvotes 3 months ago
      Topical finasteride in Europe is often seen as less effective than oral forms, with users suggesting alternative application methods for better results. Many prefer oral finasteride due to cost and effectiveness.

      community Clascoterone - Why are there so few posts if it’s already on the market?

      in Chat  34 upvotes 4 months ago
      Clascoterone is being discussed for hair loss, but its current acne formulation may not be suitable for scalp use due to potential skin irritation and lower dosage compared to Breezula. Users mention other treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and pyrilutamide, with some expressing skepticism about clascoterone's effectiveness for hair loss.

      community Wednesday after micro needling through Friday today.

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      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.

      community 6 month update fin, min, micro-needle

      in Progress Pictures  436 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth and improved hair quality after six months of using oral minoxidil, finasteride, and micro-needling. They reported increased libido initially but no other side effects, and they plan to continue the treatment.

      community CB-03-01 users come forward!

       13 upvotes 6 years ago
      The conversation discusses the potential of a new hair loss drug, CB-03-01, with users sharing their experiences and seeking advice on dosages and application methods. One user mentions using topical finasteride, minoxidil, dermarolling, and a clean diet for hair maintenance but is interested in CB-03-01 due to side effects from finasteride.

      community VDPHL01 phase-2/3 results comparison

      in Research/Science  128 upvotes 1 month ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, focusing on a new slow-release oral minoxidil compared to topical minoxidil and finasteride. The results show that twice-daily dosing of the new treatment is slightly more effective than once-daily, but concerns about cost, side effects, and the accuracy of reported results remain.

      community minoxidil and finasteride 3 months in

      in Progress Pictures  137 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using topical minoxidil and oral finasteride for three months with visible hair thickening and no side effects. Another user mentioned experiencing watery semen and headaches with finasteride, and plans to add derma rolling and oils to their routine.

      community Quit finasteride after 15+ years

      in Update  974 upvotes 10 months ago
      A user stopped finasteride after 15 years due to severe side effects, which improved after quitting. They maintained most of their hair and are considering alternatives like topical treatments or RU58841.

      community long term ru58841 users (3 years+), how is it going for you?

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 9 months ago
      Long-term RU58841 users discuss its effectiveness, with some finding it not worth the cost compared to other treatments like Dutasteride and Minoxidil. One user experienced side effects from a chemical company product, while another is regrowing hair after stopping RU58841.

      community Anti androgen shed all over scalp

      in Treatment  3 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user is experiencing intense hair shedding all over the scalp after applying pyrilutamide to the hairline and taking oral castor oil. They are also using topical finasteride and latanoprost, but are unsure which treatment is causing the shedding.

      community Application tip for topicals. 1ml TB Syringe & Opthalmic Cannula.

      in Product  66 upvotes 2 years ago
      The post and conversation discuss different methods of applying hair loss treatments directly to the scalp. The original poster suggests using a 1ml TB Syringe & Ophthalmic Cannula for precise application, while others share their own methods, including sprays, droppers, and simple syringes.

      community where does the renewed spironolactone hype come from?

      in Research/Science  8 upvotes 3 years ago
      Topical spironolactone is gaining attention as an alternative hair loss treatment, but it's not as effective as other options like finasteride. Oral spironolactone can cause side effects in men, and there are better topical alternatives like RU, Pyril, and CB.

      community Just saw a post from a hyper responder to topical minoxidil and wanted to show my experience.

      in Progress Pictures  4 upvotes 1 month ago
      A user shared their 1-year and 3-month hair loss treatment progress using 0.5mg Dutasteride daily, topical and then oral Minoxidil, and microneedling, noting hair darkening and some side effects like watery semen and testicular pain. Despite initial setbacks after switching to oral Minoxidil, they are seeing progress and plan to increase the dosage.

      community What do we currently know about clascoterone?

      in Chat  5 upvotes 4 months ago
      Clascoterone is seen as a promising topical treatment for hair loss, similar to finasteride but without side effects, though concerns exist about its long-term effectiveness. Other treatments discussed include topical minoxidil, ketoconazole, microneedling, and oral options like dutasteride and minoxidil.

      community Update: Chest discomfort from RU58841

      in Update  35 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user experienced severe chest pains and shortness of breath after using RU58841 for hair loss and was advised by a doctor that blocking androgens can weaken the heart. They decided to continue with finasteride, minoxidil, and a hair transplant instead.

      community Topical dutasteride is superior to oral finasteride

      in Research/Science  96 upvotes 8 months ago
      Topical dutasteride is more effective than oral finasteride for male pattern hair loss, with fewer side effects. Some prefer oral treatments for convenience, while others use topical solutions like minoxidil and dutasteride, sometimes with microneedling, for better results.

      community questions for the pyrilutamide users here

      in Treatment  7 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation discusses the storage and use of pyrilutamide for hair loss, where one user advises against keeping it in the freezer as it may crystallize the active compounds.