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      community 5 months on topical min + dermarolling 40m

      in Progress Pictures  403 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 40-year-old male experienced significant hair regrowth and no hair fall after 5 months using topical minoxidil, dermarolling with a 1.0mm roller, Nizoral shampoo, and biotin gummies. He previously stopped oral finasteride due to daily pill concerns but now uses topical treatments without noticeable side effects.

      community Switching to oral minoxidil...

      in Minoxidil  3 upvotes 1 month ago
      OP plans to switch from topical to oral minoxidil due to limited results and is advised to overlap both for a few weeks before discontinuing the topical. Oral minoxidil may be more effective for non-responders to topical treatment.

      community Fin 1mg and Min 2.5 mg for 2 years this month

      in Progress Pictures  69 upvotes 3 months ago
      The conversation is about hair loss treatments, specifically the use of 1 mg finasteride and 1.5 mg oral minoxidil over two years, with consideration of a future hair transplant and possibly switching to dutasteride. Users discuss their own experiences and suggest trying different treatments like minoxidil 5%.

      community Prolonged shedding over last 15 months

      in Update  2 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user has been experiencing prolonged hair shedding despite using Dutasteride, Minoxidil, and topical Finasteride, with blood tests showing high free testosterone and low SHBG. Suggestions include adjusting Minoxidil dosage, considering topical anti-androgens like RU58841, and addressing metabolic factors to increase SHBG.

      community 7 Month Progress and still growing. Minoxidil + Finasteride

      in Progress Pictures  15 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth using 1 mg finasteride daily and 5% topical minoxidil once a day over seven months, with minor side effects like hypertrichosis. Consistency in treatment was emphasized, and the user reported improved hair density and texture without major side effects.

      community Oral Finasteride 1.25mg - 9 Months

      in Update  52 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user has been taking oral finasteride 1.25mg daily for 9 months but is still experiencing hair recession. They plan to try topical minoxidil and consider oral minoxidil and dutasteride if needed.

      community Anyone in the discord server for pp405 research?

      in Chat  5 upvotes 8 months ago
      The conversation is about users trying to regain access to a Discord server related to pp405 research, with differing opinions on the effectiveness of pp405 for hair loss. Specific treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 are not mentioned in the conversation.

      community 23M 10 Months of dutasteride still shedding. Any slow responders out there that can give me hope?

      in Is this regrowth?  9 upvotes 10 months ago
      A 23-year-old male has been using Dutasteride for 10 months, alongside topical Minoxidil and Ketoconazole, but is experiencing increased hair thinning, particularly at the crown. Despite trying different dosages and treatments, including a brief attempt with oral Minoxidil, the user is frustrated with the lack of improvement and is seeking advice from others with similar experiences.

      community Shampoo + Protein shake causing hair shedding?

      in Ketoconazole 1 year ago
      The user started using ketoconazole shampoo and whey protein shakes and noticed increased hair shedding, seeking advice on whether these could be the cause. Another user shared their experience with hair loss after starting protein shakes and mentioned using finasteride, which eventually improved their hair condition.

      community 7 months Dutasteride 0.5mg and Minoxidil 2.5mg daily

      in Progress Pictures  1312 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced significant hair thickening after using oral minoxidil and dutasteride, with no negative side effects, only increased libido and strength. Dutasteride was used after initial minoxidil treatment, leading to noticeable improvements in hair density.

      community Oral minoxidil or topical with tretinoin?

      in Minoxidil  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses the effectiveness of oral minoxidil versus topical minoxidil with tretinoin for hair regrowth, with some users suggesting oral minoxidil might be more effective for non-responders to topical treatments. Concerns about side effects and the role of enzymes in activating minoxidil are also mentioned.

      community (30M) 3 years Fin and 10 months min

      in Progress Pictures  307 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their progress using 1.25g finasteride daily for 3 years and 5g oral minoxidil for 10 months, reporting positive results. They seek advice on further improving their hairline, with no significant side effects mentioned.

      community Microneedling without any meds - A few worries

      in Microneedling  5 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has seen great results from microneedling but is worried it might lead to faster balding without medication. They are considering adding Finasteride or Dutasteride to their routine to address underlying DHT issues.

      community Help!! Finasteride stopped worked after 3 week break

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user who had success with finasteride for hair loss for 4-5 years experienced shedding after a 3-week break. They tried various treatments including different finasteride brands, dutasteride, topical treatments, and supplements, but are still facing hair loss.

      community Interesting / Relevant Information

      in Research/Science  1 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation provides scientific sources on hair loss treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and others, aiming to help individuals make informed decisions about their treatment options. It also discusses phytochemicals as alternative treatments due to concerns about side effects from drug-based therapies.

      community Serenoa Repens (saw palmetto) + plus biotin

      in Chat  5 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user is using minoxidil for hair loss and considering adding finasteride but their dermatologist advised waiting to see if minoxidil works alone. They are thinking about taking saw palmetto (serenoa repens) and biotin as alternatives and are asking for others' experiences and potential side effects.

      community What would you recommend for slow hair loss? Fluri, pyri, cb?

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 4 years ago
      A 29-year-old experiencing slow hair loss is considering treatments like Fluridil, CB0301, and Pyrilutamide, and has been prescribed Minoxidil and Finasteride but prefers to avoid Finasteride. They are seeking advice on whether these treatments are worth trying.

      community Does scalp regrowth lag behind?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  11 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user experienced significant regrowth in the crown and hairline using 1.25mg finasteride daily for 13 months but noticed thinner scalp density. Suggestions included adding topical minoxidil or 0.5mg dutasteride, as scalp regrowth may lag behind other areas.