A human trial of verteporfin, a potential treatment for hair loss, with some users noting potential improvements in scarring and overall healing compared to control areas.
The user shared progress pictures after 2.5 years of using oral minoxidil (5mg daily) and finasteride (1mg daily) for hair loss, noting significant improvements over time. They experienced normal shedding and some beard growth, with no negative side effects reported.
The conversation is about using valproic acid, an anti-seizure medication, as a topical treatment to promote hair growth. The original poster is seeking personal experiences from those who have tried this method.
A user's experience of using finasteride to treat hair loss, including details about shedding and side effects; their regimen; and the advice given by others about diet, sport, smoking, and topical treatments.
Scientists at UCLA have developed a promising treatment for male pattern baldness using a molecule called PP405, which can potentially stimulate dormant hair follicles. Initial trials showed significant results within a week, but larger clinical trials are needed to confirm its efficacy and safety.
The user "NotYourMothersDildo" shared their progress pictures after using finasteride and oral minoxidil for 60 days. They noticed significant improvements in hair thickness, texture, and growth, including their mustache and beard.
The conversation humorously discusses hair loss treatments like finasteride and minoxidil, noting minoxidil's toxicity to cats. It jokes about a lion needing hair restoration, with references to hair transplants in Turkey.
Volunteers using finasteride and minoxidil are needed to test if intense calf raises increase hair shedding. The goal is to see if overexertion of leg muscles affects hair loss.
Doctors are testing verteporfin topically for healing and potential regeneration after transplants. The user is asking how it is formulated for topical use, such as if it's mixed with a carrier gel.
A user experienced significant hair regrowth using finasteride and minoxidil over four years, despite side effects like seborrheic dermatitis, urinary changes, and water retention. They were satisfied with the results and maintained a strong physique.
A 23-year-old male used 1.25mg finasteride every other day for 10 months without minoxidil, noticing results at the 4-month mark and experiencing a minor shed at the 8-month mark. He also added Nizoral to his routine and reported no side effects, maintaining consistent use at 7:00 PM.
Saw palmetto, a 5-alpha reductase inhibitor, caused unexpected side effects like breast changes and altered semen consistency, which resolved after stopping its use. Concerns about similar side effects with finasteride or dutasteride were expressed, and another user reported low libido and depression from saw palmetto.
A 23-year-old male shared his 11-month progress using 1.25mg finasteride every other day and Nizoral/Dermazole, reporting reduced hair fall and new hair growth without major shedding. Users discussed the risks of finasteride for younger individuals and suggested consulting a doctor, with some recommending minoxidil as an alternative.
Oral PTD-DBM was discussed as a potential hair loss treatment, but it was deemed ineffective in humans despite promising results in mice. The conversation concluded that trying it without VPA might be unwise.
Pelage PP405 is a new hair loss treatment in trials, potentially reactivating dormant hair follicles without affecting hormones. Results are expected in February 2025, offering an alternative to minoxidil and finasteride.
Finasteride is being humorously praised for its effectiveness in treating hair loss. The conversation includes jokes about side effects and mentions of a dog.
The user experienced significant hair improvement over two years using finasteride, minoxidil foam, and ketoconazole, despite some initial shedding and a side effect of watery semen. They are satisfied with the results and encourage others to persist with their treatment.
PP405 is expected to be more expensive than finasteride and minoxidil initially due to patent protection, but not as costly as life-saving medications like Ozempic. The price may decrease after the patent expires, but initially, it might be around $100 per month, making it potentially unaffordable for many.
The user is using finasteride for hair loss and is frustrated with shedding but plans to add oral minoxidil for convenience and safety. There are concerns about using topical minoxidil around pets.
The user is considering switching their hair loss routine from taking finasteride daily to a combination of finasteride six times a week and dutasteride once a week. They are seeking advice on this potential change.
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 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 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.
The user is experiencing significant hair shedding despite using 1.25mg oral minoxidil and 1mg finasteride daily for a year. They are advised to monitor health factors like vitamin levels and heart health, and consider increasing ferritin levels for optimal hair growth.
A participant using Veradermics VDPHL01, an extended-release oral minoxidil, experienced significant hair regrowth from Norwood 6 to Norwood 3V without side effects. They plan to use dutasteride after the treatment to maintain results.
A 27-year-old male experienced significant hair regrowth in two months using a daily oral 3-in-1 pill containing 1.1mg finasteride, 5mg minoxidil, and 1mg biotin from LockLab, with no side effects reported. The user also uses a derma-stamp twice a week to promote blood flow and stimulate growth.
The conversation discusses a comparison table for a spray combining Minoxidil and Finasteride for hair loss treatment in the UK. Specific treatments mentioned are Minoxidil (Min) and Finasteride (Fin).
User shared progress pictures after 7 months of using 0.25mg finasteride daily and 1ml minoxidil twice daily, reporting no side effects and being thrilled with the results. Other users discussed the effectiveness of lower doses and the psychological impact of potential side effects.