User shared 12-month hair loss progress using oral minoxidil, oral dutasteride, and 2% ketoconazole shampoo. They detailed their medication regimen and dosages.
The conversation is about a user experiencing hair shedding after switching from finasteride to dutasteride and increasing their oral minoxidil dose. The user is advised to continue with the current treatment, consider adding topical minoxidil, and consult a dermatologist for potential underlying issues.
ABS-201 shows promise for male hair regrowth by blocking the prolactin receptor, with higher expected efficacy than current treatments. The discussion also covers dosing differences between macaques and humans for hmi115, highlighting a significant dosage disparity.
The user experienced positive scalp results with Dutasteride but noticed beard thinning, prompting a switch back to Finasteride. They plan to monitor the situation and may consider combining treatments in the future.
A poor diet high in sugar and insulin resistance may reduce the effectiveness of finasteride in treating hair loss. Improving diet could potentially enhance treatment results.
The conversation discusses using topical dutasteride with a dermapen for hair loss treatment. The user is deciding between liposomal and mesosomal formulations for this purpose.
A user reported a 50% increase in testosterone after 18 months of taking dutasteride for hair loss. The conversation includes skepticism about the reliability of single testosterone tests and questions about estrogen levels.
A user shared their 9-month progress using RU58841 at 2% daily for hair regrowth, initially starting at 5% but reducing the dose due to early signs of gynecomastia, which has since mostly resolved. They achieved their goal of regrowing hair at the temples and hairline.
Microneedling may enhance hair loss treatment by increasing the effectiveness of topical minoxidil, especially for those lacking the necessary enzyme to activate it. It might also work by triggering growth factors and improving topical absorption.
The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically using Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. It also mentions the importance of raising vitamin D3 levels.
Taking oral Vitamin D alongside topical minoxidil improves hair density more than using minoxidil alone. Users discuss Vitamin D dosages, potential benefits, and the importance of combining it with Vitamin K2.
The user is experiencing diffuse androgenic alopecia and is trying various treatments, including 5mg finasteride, loniten, and Formula 82D, which contains dutasteride, a steroid, and tretinoin. They report potential regrowth with Formula 82D, despite previous treatments being ineffective.
User tried oral dut 0.5mg, oral min 5mg, topical RU 80mg, and weekly microneedling at 1.5mm for hair loss. Others commented on the significant improvement and potential for future hair transplant.
2 Deoxy D Ribose may promote hair growth and aid wound healing, potentially enhancing microneedling effects. Users discuss its combination with microneedling for better hair growth results.
The user experienced initial hair regrowth with topical dutasteride and minoxidil but later faced significant hair shedding, leading to doubts about the effectiveness of topical dutasteride. They plan to continue the treatment for a year and may switch to oral finasteride if no improvement is seen.
Nutrafol, a hair loss supplement, has limited and potentially biased research, with one study showing a 10% increase in hair count for women after 6 months but no significant results for men. The user concludes that cheaper, well-studied options like minoxidil may be more effective, especially for men, given the lack of evidence supporting Nutrafol.
The conversation is about someone's 3-month hair regrowth progress using 5mg oral minoxidil and 0.5mg dutasteride daily, with visible improvement noted.
The conversation is about the effectiveness of Redensyl for hair loss and whether to continue using Minoxidil alone, despite planning for a hair transplant eventually. The user also mentions using dermarolling, PRP therapy, and Nutrafol.
The user has been on a hair loss treatment for 14 months using dutasteride and oral minoxidil without seeing regrowth and is considering adding more drugs due to the psychological impact of hair loss. However, replies suggest the user may not actually be experiencing noticeable hair loss.
The conversation discusses hair regrowth improvement due to zinc, biotin, and D3 supplements, highlighting that hair loss can result from deficiencies, not just androgenetic alopecia. The user emphasizes that treatments like finasteride are not the only solutions.
People discuss taking finasteride and dutasteride with various drinks, noting that water is common, while some avoid grapefruit juice. Opinions vary on whether the choice of beverage affects drug absorption.
The user reported progress in hair loss treatment using oral finasteride, keto 2% shampoo, and vitamin D. They experienced reduced hair fall, fewer scalp issues, and hope for improved hair density.
NMN shows promise in promoting hair growth by reducing oxidative stress and weakening androgens. It may be a beneficial addition to hair loss treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride.
Calculating the correct dosage of vitamin D from a 60,000 IU bottle using a dropper. The user is advised to take 0.05 ml for 600 IU, but struggles with finding a suitable supplement without additional ingredients like omega 3 or calcium.
The user experienced significant hair improvement after 7 months of using Dutasteride (DUT) every other day, with no side effects, unlike previous experiences with Finasteride (FIN) and Minoxidil (MIN). The user plans to continue DUT for up to 24 months and is considering a hair transplant for further results.
Microneedling at depths greater than 0.6 mm may damage miniaturized hair follicles, with 0.5 mm showing better results for hair regrowth. Combining microneedling with minoxidil enhances absorption, but caution is advised to avoid damaging follicles.
The conversation discusses using 23andme to determine if someone might respond well to minoxidil for hair loss treatment, and mentions the user's personal experience with micro-needling and minoxidil.
The conversation is about a user experiencing increased hair loss after altering their treatment routine of oral dutasteride and topical minoxidil. The dermatologist emphasized the importance of diet and vitamins, but the user is skeptical given their healthy lifestyle.
The user is using a hair loss treatment involving dutasteride, minoxidil, finasteride, microneedling, and supplements like multivitamins, D3 K2, and Omega 3 fish oil. They are considering adding tretinoin and are open to suggestions while managing gut issues.