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RU58841 can be ordered as a powder and compounded at home, but it should be stored at room temperature to avoid crystallization. Pyraulatmide may follow a similar principle.

A user is discussing making a DIY topical finasteride solution using ingredients like water, alcohol, propylene glycol, ethanol, and glycerin, and is concerned about the stability of the mixture. Other users suggest that the solution will work and discuss the importance of propylene glycol for drug dissolution and factors like temperature and light affecting finasteride stability.

Hair loss treatments, including PP405, minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841, with hopes for future solutions. Participants discuss the emotional impact of hair loss and consider alternatives like hair transplants or acceptance.

The user started using minoxidil foam daily after two years on finasteride and is managing seborrheic dermatitis with antifungal shampoo. They seek advice on moisturizing products that won't worsen their condition, with suggestions including gentle shampoos and light ceramide serums.

He Shou Wu (Fo Ti) extract was found to prolong the hair growth phase, inhibit 5-alpha-reductase (like finasteride), reduce androgen receptors, and increase growth factors, potentially outperforming minoxidil in recovering hair follicle size after DHT exposure. Two compounds, emodin and TSG, are identified as responsible for these effects and warrant further investigation.

A user is considering ordering topical finasteride with castor and rosemary oil from a Turkish pharmacy. They are debating whether to include the oils or use only PG and ethanol as the carrier.

The user is struggling with seborrheic dermatitis and plans to try ciclopirox olamine after finding ketoconazole too drying. They are also using finasteride daily.

PP405 may not need daily use like minoxidil, but finasteride might still be needed to maintain hair regrowth. PP405 reawakens dormant hair follicles, potentially offering a long-term solution, though not a permanent cure.

The post is about whether there is any additional benefit to using alfatradiol or other estrogen treatments for hair loss if someone is already using finasteride, dutasteride, or an androgen receptor inhibitor like RU58841, pyrithione zinc, or fluridil.

The user experienced side effects from oral finasteride and switched to a DIY topical solution, then to Essegen F. They noticed increased hair shedding with the topical finasteride and are concerned about its normalcy and duration.

A topical treatment called 1961, containing multiple products, is discussed for its compatibility with finasteride. It is suggested that 1961 does not negatively affect finasteride's effectiveness and may even enhance its absorption.

GT20029 and PP405 are discussed as potential alternatives or complements to finasteride for hair loss treatment. GT20029 is entering phase 3 trials, while PP405 is seen as promising for regrowing hair and possibly eliminating the need for other treatments.

The conversation is about creating a DIY topical finasteride solution using ethyl alcohol and propylene glycol. A user suggests using a compounding pharmacy instead.

The conversation is about using alfatradiol (17α-estradiol) as a hair loss treatment. The user is considering adding it to their regimen due to its safety and availability.

A user expressed concern about using low-dose topical finasteride while conceiving, but was reassured that the risk of affecting a fetus is negligible. The user stopped using finasteride during pregnancy and switched to minoxidil and ketoconazole, while others shared experiences and advice on using these treatments safely.

The user is looking for a PG-free solvent in the UK or EU to make their own pyrilutamide solution for hair loss and is currently using finasteride, considering minoxidil. They hope pyrilutamide will help stabilize their hair loss.

The user is using a mixture of crushed finasteride tablets and alfatradiol as a topical treatment for hair loss, applying 1 ml daily, and is asking if this is an effective method or if alfatradiol is a suitable solvent. They mention that others often mix finasteride with minoxidil, but they want to try without it.

Verteporfin is being explored for its potential to improve hair transplant outcomes by reducing scarring and increasing donor hair follicles. There is skepticism about the results, with some claiming misleading presentation of evidence.

A user discusses a topical treatment combining Minoxidil, Betamethasone Valerate, Canrenone, Finasteride, and Dutasteride for hair loss. The treatment is RX-only and provided by a dermatologist.

A user is using a topical spray containing Finasteride 1% and Minoxidil 5% along with other ingredients like glycerin and aqua, questioning if these are effective carrier agents. They apply it once daily and use a separate 5% Minoxidil solution at night.

The user switched from liquid to foam minoxidil to reduce skin irritation but finds foam harder to apply effectively to the scalp. A suggestion was made to melt the foam into a liquid for easier application.

Foligain foam caused severe scalp irritation and flakiness, unlike Rogaine foam. The user plans to consult a dermatologist for treatment options.

The FDA warned that topical finasteride can cause serious side effects like sexual dysfunction and brain fog, similar to oral finasteride. Compounded topical formulations pose additional risks due to lack of regulation.

Mixing topical finasteride with essengen f and stemoxydine creates 0.25mg dose in 2ml. Minoxidil max suggests mixing 8.5ml essengen f with 60ml solvent for 0.25mg dose in 1ml.

PP405 is criticized for overhyped claims and cherry-picked data, with doubts about its effectiveness compared to minoxidil and finasteride. Many users express skepticism, emphasizing the need for more comprehensive trial results.

The conversation discusses the safety study of PP405, emphasizing that early trials focus on safety rather than efficacy, and that any efficacy data from such a short study should be viewed skeptically. It also highlights that the information released is primarily for securing funding, and that meaningful efficacy results are expected in later phases.

Zinc pyrithione and piroctone olamine are effective for reducing hair shedding, possibly more so than ketoconazole. There is a concern about zinc pyrithione shampoo interfering with minoxidil, but it's unclear if this is proven.

Diluting topical finasteride with coconut oil is discussed, with a suggestion to use topical minoxidil for a combined treatment. OP plans to try the minoxidil combination.

Finasteride may pose a risk during pregnancy, so using a condom is recommended if a partner is pregnant. It is advised to stop finasteride before trying to conceive due to potential effects on fetal development.

A new topical finasteride has been approved in France, providing an alternative to oral finasteride with potentially fewer side effects. Users discuss the pros and cons of topical versus oral treatments, with some opting to create their own solutions to save money.