A user shared their 2-year progress using finasteride every other day with no side effects. Others discussed their experiences, shedding cycles, and patience with the treatment.
The user has been using minoxidil, finasteride, and microneedling for two years, resulting in significant hair regrowth and plans for a 4000 graft hair transplant. The treatments have strengthened the donor area, making a hair transplant feasible.
A 20-year-old male is experiencing worsening diffuse thinning despite using topical minoxidil, topical finasteride with minoxidil, oral finasteride, stemoxydine, and pyrilutimide. He is seeking support and advice as he struggles with the mental and physical challenges of hair loss treatments.
12 companies having drugs or therapies in clinical trials during 2023, with various molecules and phases of trial; the probability that some may fail; and progress being made in the field.
A 31-year-old man, between Norwood 4 and 5, is considering hair loss treatments like finasteride and minoxidil but is concerned about side effects. He is exploring options with doctors and considering a hair transplant, noting that some clinics require medication before and after the procedure.
A 47-year-old has been using finasteride for 25 years for hair loss, but it's less effective now. Suggestions include switching to dutasteride, stopping anastrozole, and trying minoxidil, microneedling, and possibly TRT.
The user is experiencing diffuse hair thinning despite using dutasteride and minoxidil for over five years and is considering adding oral minoxidil, microneedling, and nizoral to their regimen. They are concerned about the effectiveness and side effects of these treatments, especially with an upcoming event.
A 39-year-old has been using topical 5% minoxidil for 11 years, added microneedling, and recently started using a topical combination of minoxidil and 0.3% finasteride, noticing some hair regrowth after three months. They experienced minor side effects when switching finasteride concentrations and plan to continue the treatment, possibly adding oral finasteride or dutasteride if significant progress is seen after a year.
The conversation discusses using finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, cialis, and metformin to protect hair and health. Some users caution against self-prescribing these drugs due to potential risks and complications.
The user shared their 5-year hair loss journey, initially using a product called Triphasic Progressive by Rene Furterer, which gave good results. Later, they switched to FDA-approved medications finasteride and minoxidil, which also helped, but they noticed the most significant progress with Triphasic. They're considering trying it again if minoxidil doesn't show improvements.
The conversation discusses potential advancements in two hair loss drugs, KX-826 and GT20029, and the interest in whether transitioning from oral finasteride to these drugs would maintain hair growth. One reply expresses skepticism about the compounds' representation.
After 4 months on oral minoxidil with no significant hair regrowth, a user is frustrated and considering alternative treatments since they can't take finasteride due to side effects. Suggestions include natural DHT blockers, lifestyle changes, and other hair care tips.
A user shared their 4-year hair loss journey, highlighting that switching from topical to oral minoxidil and finasteride, along with dermarolling, significantly improved their hair growth. Another user mentioned using dutasteride, and the original poster emphasized the importance of dermarolling.
Capilia Longa and Scandinavian Biolabs are discussed, with skepticism about their effectiveness and value. The conversation suggests avoiding these products due to high cost and perceived lack of results.
The user has been using minoxidil and finasteride for a year without seeing progress and recently added a derma stamp. Suggestions include trying oral minoxidil, switching to dutasteride, and considering vitamin D and saw palmetto.
HMI-115, a newly discovered hair loss treatment that could potentially be effective for those with diffuse thinning and telogen effluvium. It is based on prolactin receptor antagonist signaling and has already undergone Phase I trials in women, with potential commercialization by 2027.
A 32-year-old man has been using topical minoxidil for 11 years and oral finasteride for 1 year, along with a dermaroller, and is happy with his hair regrowth progress without experiencing side effects. Commenters are impressed and some are considering starting finasteride after seeing his results.
A user is considering taking oral minoxidil 3mg every other day or thrice a week to minimize side effects and save money. They seek opinions on this dosing strategy.
The user is experiencing hair regrowth using 1mg oral finasteride daily, Minoxidil foam twice a day, and microneedling weekly with a 1.5mm needle. They are seeking feedback and suggestions to optimize their hair regrowth.
A user shared their two-year progress using 1mg finasteride, topical minoxidil, and occasional microneedling, noting no significant changes but a halt in hair loss progression. They recently started oral minoxidil and are considering a hair transplant.
PP405, a potential hair loss treatment, is facing delays in releasing Phase 2 results, causing frustration among users who compare it to past failed treatments. Despite skepticism, some remain hopeful about PP405's future, while others discuss alternative treatments like Clascoterone and its expected market release.
A 41-year-old shared 15 months of hair loss progress using Dutasteride, oral Minoxidil, RU58841, and weekly derma rolling or stamping, reporting no side effects. The treatments are working slowly but effectively.
The conversation discusses using a combination of finasteride, spironolactone, minoxidil, retinol, azelaic acid, and caffeine for hair loss treatment. The user inquires about the limitations of these drugs and whether tretinoin would be more effective than retinol.
A 29-year-old male has been using topical finasteride (0.1%) and minoxidil (5%) for 2.5 months and noticed thicker, darker hair. He is considering whether to switch treatments, as the current regimen seems effective.
A user's experience with hair loss treatments such as finasteride, ketoconazole, and oral minoxidil that have not yielded any results; other users suggest shaving the head or getting a wig, while others offer additional advice such as seeing a dermatologist, checking thyroid levels, switching to dutasteride and adding needling, and trying stemoxydine.
A user on dutasteride and oral minoxidil for two years has experienced worsening hair loss and an itchy scalp. Suggestions include increasing medication doses, trying other treatments like RU58841, getting a scalp biopsy, and addressing potential inflammation through diet and topical treatments.
A 38-year-old has maintained hair with finasteride for 17 years, recently adding oral minoxidil for improvement. Users discuss experiences with finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil, noting effectiveness, side effects, and costs.
The conversation discusses hair regrowth using 5mg oral Minoxidil, 1.25mg Finasteride, weekly dermarolling, and hormone replacement therapy (HRT) with estrogen and testosterone blockers. The user reports positive results and attributes significant improvement to HRT.