Piroctone olamine is more effective than ketoconazole for increasing hair growth and reducing itching and dandruff. Treatments discussed include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
A user's experience with hair loss treatments, including finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, biotin and micro needling; the user is concerned about their hairline after switching to dutasteride and oral minoxidil. Responses suggest that this could be just a shed and offers advice on how to possibly address it.
User reports 6-month progress using Fin, Min, Nizoral, and Dermaroll for hair loss. Others comment on visible improvement and suggest waiting up to 2 years for full effects.
Hair loss discussion involves minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. Minoxidil non-responders may see results after adding stemoxydine due to increased enzyme presence.
The conversation discusses using Stemoxydine, a hair growth stimulant considered weaker than Minoxidil, and questions whether applying it twice daily could improve results similar to twice-daily Minoxidil applications.
A 32-year-old male started using a topical spray containing 0.01% finasteride and 6% minoxidil to combat hereditary male pattern baldness. He reports no side effects and is optimistic about potential hair regrowth.
The user experienced continuous hair shedding for 16 months while on finasteride, with periods of improvement. They also used T Gel shampoo and noticed a reduction in hair loss symptoms after 18 months, including the return of their sex drive and normal hair texture.
The individual is experiencing hair loss and has a vitamin D deficiency, with levels at 7.49ng/ml or 26nmol/l. They are unsure if the deficiency is causing the hair loss and are seeking advice on vitamin D supplementation.
A user shared their 3-month progress using finasteride, minoxidil, Pura D'or Shampoo, Nizoral, and vitamins. They reported improvement in their hairline and increased confidence, with hopes for further progress in the crown area.
The conversation is about the release timeline for clinical trial results and the availability of Breezula, a hair loss treatment. The user is not comfortable buying it as a research drug from China.
The conversation discusses the role of DHT in male hair loss and the effectiveness of treatments like Finasteride, which reduces DHT, and RU58841, which blocks DHT from binding to scalp receptors. The user debates the trade-offs between maintaining hair and having a healthy endocrine system, suggesting RU58841 might allow for both.
User struggles with hair loss after 2.5 years on minoxidil and 1 year on finasteride, feeling depressed. Replies suggest accepting the situation and not focusing on baldness in public.
A dermatologist recommended a new supplement containing annurca apple, which reportedly doubles hair density and increases keratin after 60 days, to be used with finasteride. Some users are skeptical, considering it potentially ineffective or a marketing ploy, while others are open to trying it if it proves effective and affordable.
RepliCel's potential hair loss treatment may cost around $1000 and aims to protect hair follicles from DHT, possibly reversing some miniaturization. It is not considered a cure and may be most effective in early hair loss stages, with its main advantage over finasteride being the lack of sexual side effects.
A 17-year-old female is worried about hair loss, noticing thinning and bald spots. She plans to try burdock oil and castor oil, and if needed, Jamaican castor oil.
The user started using topical minoxidil 5% and ketoconazole shampoo for hair loss, noticing minimal progress after three months, with fine hairs appearing. They experienced a setback when reducing the application to once a day but resumed twice daily applications.
Minoxidil can be effectively delivered through nanoemulsions containing eucalyptol or oleic acid, enhancing its diffusivity and targeting hair follicles. This contradicts the advice against mixing minoxidil with oils in topical formulations.
The user added microneedling to their routine of minoxidil and finasteride, resulting in noticeable hair regrowth after three months. They shared photos showing significant improvement.
This conversation is about hair loss treatments, specifically oral minoxidil and finasteride. Users discussed the potential side effects of using these drugs, as well as their experiences with them.
Scientists have grown natural-looking hair from stem cells, potentially revolutionizing hair growth treatments. Concerns include cost, DHT resistance, and the need for future procedures.
The conversation is about a user considering joining a clinical study for Clascoterone (Breezula) after experiencing no results with topical finasteride and minoxidil, and side effects from oral finasteride. The user is seeking advice on clinical study participation and experiences.
The conversation discusses the potential benefits and risks of participating in the PP405 hair loss trials, emphasizing that those using Minoxidil or finasteride are less likely to be accepted. Participants are interested in the trial as it offers hope for effective treatment without the side effects associated with current medications.
A user is joining a clinical trial for Clascoterone, a drug approved for acne but being tested for hair loss. They previously tried finasteride with limited success and plan to share updates on their experience with the new treatment.
The user has been using topical minoxidil and oral finasteride for a year, experiencing initial side effects and shedding, but later noticing thicker hair. They are concerned about recent hair loss and considering increasing finasteride dosage, while others suggest patience and possibly adding minoxidil or dutasteride.
The user is experiencing significant hair shedding after four months of using 0.25% topical finasteride with Biotin Gel, applied twice daily. Another user suggests consulting a doctor, noting their own shedding reduced after 2-3 months on dutasteride.
New hair loss treatments like VDPHL01, PP405, Gt20029, and Breezula are anticipated, with VDPHL01 possibly releasing in 2027/28. Current treatments include finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil, but new options are eagerly awaited.
The user switched to dutasteride and saw palmetto, along with a topical mix of minoxidil and finasteride, due to continued hair shedding. They hope for improvement despite concerns about saw palmetto's effectiveness.
PP405 is discussed as a potential adjunct therapy for hair loss, with skepticism about its effectiveness and trial results. Users mention combining it with finasteride and minoxidil for better results, while others debate the root causes of hair loss and the limitations of current treatments.