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      community 24M - Dut + Min not working. How cooked am I?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  3 upvotes 7 months ago
      A 24-year-old is struggling with hair loss despite using treatments like dutasteride, oral minoxidil, RU58841, and considering a hair transplant. They are advised to continue medication, possibly increase dosages, and explore additional treatments like tretinoin and tacrolimus.

      community I had claude create a protocol only using fda approved drugs.

      in Research/Science  4 upvotes 4 months ago
      A new hair loss protocol using FDA-approved topical treatments targets eight pathways, potentially improving results by 60-75% compared to the standard 40-50% from oral minoxidil and finasteride. The protocol includes minoxidil, finasteride, tacrolimus, cetirizine, bimatoprost, lithium gluconate, losartan, melatonin, NAC, caffeine, and tretinoin, with a monthly cost of $35-50 in Mexico and $80-150 in the US.

      community Dutasteride has been nuking me

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  156 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair loss after 9 months of using 0.5mg dutasteride and oral minoxidil, possibly due to alopecia areata. It is advised to consult a doctor for accurate diagnosis and treatment, as dutasteride and finasteride may not be effective.

      community OND-1 "Cyclosporine A” New hair loss treatment

      in Research/Science  28 upvotes 1 month ago
      Orient Bio is developing a PLGA formulated version of Cyclosporine A to stimulate hair growth without its immunosuppressant effects. Users discuss various treatments like Clascoterone, PP405, minoxidil, and tacrolimus, expressing hope for new developments and sharing personal experiences with these treatments.

      community Androgenetic alopecia is a skin disease: DHT-mediated skin disorders

      in Research/Science  63 upvotes 2 years ago
      Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) impacts various skin conditions, including Androgenetic alopecia and seborrheic dermatitis, by causing overactivity in sebaceous glands. Topical medications Tacrolimus and Clobetasol can reduce these inflammatory conditions, and treatments like RU58841, Minoxidil, and Finasteride may also be beneficial.

      community Just find a cure already, I am totally done

      in Chat  161 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about hair loss treatments, with users recommending finasteride and minoxidil as effective solutions. Some users report side effects, but overall, the consensus is to use these treatments rather than waiting for a cure.

      community Is there any new drug that looks promising ?

      in Research/Science  26 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses GT20029, a drug in Phase II trials that targets androgen receptors with minimal systemic effects, and TDM-105795, a growth stimulant with a different mechanism than minoxidil that may revive papilla stem cells. Both are potential new treatments for hair loss.

      community Medications that cause extra hair growth

      in Research/Science  123 upvotes 2 years ago
      The post discusses the side effects of various drugs causing excess hair growth, questioning why only minoxidil is used in the hair loss industry. The conversation includes users sharing their experiences and concerns about potential side effects of these drugs, with some preferring baldness over potential health risks.

      community Topical Dutasteride is Here.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  153 upvotes 5 years ago
      The availability of Topical Dutasteride, a potential treatment for hair loss, which can be purchased without prescription from MinoxidilMax. Other treatments discussed include Topical Finasteride and PRP injections, with discussion around dosage, efficacy, side-effects and safety.
      If You Have DUPA, PLEASE READ THIS: Everyone Should Be Scalp Biopsied

      community If You Have DUPA, PLEASE READ THIS: Everyone Should Be Scalp Biopsied

      in Research  830 upvotes 1 year ago
      Scalp biopsies are crucial for diagnosing hair loss conditions like Diffuse Unpatterned Alopecia (DUPA) and retrograde hair loss, as treatments like finasteride and dutasteride may not be effective if other conditions are present. Combining PPAR-GAMMA agonists with retinoids could improve treatments for conditions like Lichen Planopilaris.

      community Breaking hair loss news! GT20029 is a resounding success!

      in Product  132 upvotes 2 years ago
      GT20029, a new hair loss treatment, shows promising results but only a slight improvement over placebo. People are cautiously optimistic, discussing its potential and combining it with existing treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride.

      community Oral 1mg Finesteride 2mg Minoxidil

      in Chat  363 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth using 1mg finasteride and 2mg minoxidil daily, along with Nizoral shampoo and rosemary oil. They are curious about further improving hair density and whether increasing the minoxidil dose would help.

      community Oral minoxidil has been kind to me on scalp only

      in Minoxidil  6 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      The user experienced side effects from oral minoxidil and is considering switching to topical minoxidil and a roller. They are taking a reduced dosage of 0.625 mg daily and have seen hair growth within a month.

      community The Oral minoxidil eyelashes are insane

      in Minoxidil  361 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      Oral minoxidil significantly enhances eyelash growth, with some users experiencing increased body hair. Finasteride is used alongside to manage hair thinning, with mixed results on body hair growth.

      community Confused on oral vs topical DHT Blockers

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  4 upvotes 1 month ago
      Oral DHT blockers like finasteride are preferred for their ease of use, effectiveness, and long-term safety data, while topical treatments like RU58841 lack extensive safety data and can be more cumbersome to apply. Oral treatments are generally considered more effective and convenient despite potential side effects.

      community Oral daily 1 mg dutasteride with Minoxidil topical solution

      in Minoxidil  4 upvotes 1 month ago
      Oral dutasteride and topical Minoxidil are used to treat hair loss, with the goal of suppressing DHT and improving hair density. The effectiveness depends on genetics and the duration of baldness, and lifelong treatment may be necessary to maintain results.

      community Oral fin -> topical, shedding like hell

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  19 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user experienced severe side effects from oral finasteride, including sexual dysfunction and mental health issues, and switched to topical finasteride, which led to significant hair shedding. They are considering other treatments like RU58841 or topical dutasteride and are advised to check testosterone levels and address potential underlying health issues.

      community Oral DUT 0.5/ Oral MIN 5mg daily + occ MN

      in Progress Pictures  55 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user experienced hair recovery using oral dutasteride 0.5 mg and oral minoxidil 5 mg daily, considering increasing dutasteride dosage but concerned about cost and effectiveness. They noted progress and discussed alternatives like hair transplants and other medications.

      community Oral Minoxidil only users (no fin-dut)

      in Minoxidil  4 upvotes 1 month ago
      Oral Minoxidil users discuss their experiences with hair regrowth, noting that results may be temporary without a DHT blocker. Some users report significant regrowth after several months but express concerns about needing additional treatments.

      community Important detail for Oral Minoxidil users

      in Minoxidil  9 upvotes 1 month ago
      Oral minoxidil users should monitor heart health with periodic echocardiograms and cardiologist visits due to potential side effects. While some experience serious side effects, they are rare, and the benefits for hair growth often outweigh the risks.

      community Oral minoxidil in EU (hair is law)

      in Minoxidil  6 upvotes 2 months ago
      The conversation is about finding a reliable source for oral minoxidil in the EU, as the original supplier is out of stock. The user is currently using finasteride and oral minoxidil for hair loss treatment.

      community Oral finasteride topical minoxidil progress month 4

      in Progress Pictures  88 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user experienced hair regrowth using daily oral finasteride and topical minoxidil applied about five times a week, with some existing hair becoming thicker and new growth appearing. They also used dermastamping once a month and are considering adding topical GHK-Cu to their regimen.
      Oral min after 3 months

      community Oral min after 3 months

      in Journals / Progress Pictures  35 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user has been taking 2.5 mg of oral minoxidil daily since mid-January and has used finasteride for about five years, noting a decrease in its effectiveness. They are questioning whether their hair appears thicker due to minoxidil or if it's just longer.