The user experienced noticeable hair growth after 9 months using oral dutasteride, with full results expected in 20-24 months. They prefer oral treatments over topical minoxidil due to convenience.
The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, with the original poster considering joining a clinical trial for setipiprant after experiencing side effects from finasteride and disinterest in minoxidil. Some users express skepticism about setipiprant's effectiveness, while others encourage participation in the trial for potential benefits.
The user has been using a topical combination of finasteride, minoxidil, and dermastamping for three months to address hair loss. They are considering adding tretinoin and are discussing the effectiveness of topical versus oral treatments.
Dermal incision with verteporfin is being explored as a potential hair loss treatment by dermatologist Melissa Toyos, with promising before-and-after photos shared on social media. The conversation discusses its potential effectiveness compared to other treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841.
Minoxidil and finasteride have stabilized hair loss but not significantly improved regrowth. The user is considering dutasteride, oral Minoxidil, or a hair transplant for better results.
A peptide from Japanese water chestnut fruit may help with hair loss by suppressing DHT's effect on hair follicle cell death, potentially serving as a finasteride alternative. The treatment's effectiveness and safety in humans remain uncertain.
The conversation is about creating a DIY topical finasteride solution using ethyl alcohol and propylene glycol. A user suggests using a compounding pharmacy instead.
Spironolactone and finasteride are not recommended for women planning pregnancy due to birth defect risks. Both need to be stopped months before conception, and finasteride is generally not advised for women.
A user shared their positive experience with a 4-in-1 topical solution containing finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole, and biotin, along with weekly microneedling using a 1.2mm dermastamp. The user reported no noticeable side effects and mentioned that the biotin likely doesn't contribute to hair growth.
User "manlycoffee" shares 25-month progress using Dutasteride, RU58841, Minoxidil, Microneedling, Nizoral, T/GEL, and fixing vitamin D levels for hair loss. Users discuss sources, experiences, and side effects of treatments.
A user shared progress pictures after almost 3 months of using dutasteride, minoxidil, stemoxydine, and tretinoin for hair loss, reporting positive results and no significant side effects. The user chose dutasteride over finasteride due to early balding and noted benefits like better skin and increased libido.
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 conversation discusses using PGE2 as a hair growth stimulant, comparing it to minoxidil, and considering the addition of Setipiprant. Concerns about side effects like skin damage and cost are also mentioned.
The user is considering stopping finasteride due to depression, anxiety, and difficulty building muscle, despite its effectiveness in stopping hair loss. Suggestions include reducing the dose, switching to topical solutions, or consulting a doctor for alternatives like dutasteride or RU58841.
Celebrities often use brand names like Propecia for finasteride due to brand recognition, marketing, and potential sponsorships. In contrast, the general public and online communities may use generic names, reflecting differences in cultural and healthcare practices.
A potential new hair loss treatment, HMI-115, and the possibility of discontinuing finasteride in favor of it. The conversation also includes discussion about other benefits of using finasteride.
The availability of Topical Dutasteride, a potential treatment for hair loss, which can be purchased without prescription from MinoxidilMax. Other treatments discussed include Topical Finasteride and PRP injections, with discussion around dosage, efficacy, side-effects and safety.
The conversation discusses affordable options for topical Finasteride, including products like Morr F, 82F, and Essengen 6 Plus, with concerns about availability and cost. The user is seeking effective and convenient solutions, considering options like compounding pharmacies and homemade solutions.
The conversation discusses using TH16, a topical melatonin with resveratrol, and stemoxydine for hair maintenance, avoiding finasteride and minoxidil due to side effects. The user is considering a low-dose topical finasteride despite sensitivity.
User "mo_movic" shared 4-month progress using finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole, and dermaroller for hair loss. Others congratulated and discussed their own experiences, with "mo_movic" reducing finasteride dose and using ketoconazole twice a week.
PCOS female visited doctor for hair loss concerns, prescribed spironolactone and minox 5%. Doctor advised against finasteride or dutasteride, user considering self-medication with dutasteride.
Fluridil is hard to obtain and only available in Slovakia and Czechia, with no systemic side effects but possibly limited effectiveness compared to finasteride. The original poster is using finasteride and minoxidil without success and is considering trying fluridil despite its cost.
Breezula is seen as potentially overhyped, with concerns about its cost, effectiveness, and long-term benefits compared to existing treatments like finasteride and minoxidil. Some users believe it could complement existing treatments, while others are skeptical about its impact and prefer waiting for newer options like GT20029 and PP405.
PP405 shows promise for hair regrowth by manipulating stem cell characteristics and lactate dehydrogenase, with Phase 2a trials pending. Google Ventures' $15M investment suggests confidence, but results and market availability remain uncertain.
A 25-year-old switched from finasteride to dutasteride, experiencing significant hair regrowth and improved hair quality after 6 months, taking it three times a week. The user stopped finasteride entirely, citing dutasteride's longer half-life as more effective.
The conversation discusses various hair loss treatments, including Breezula, KX826, and PP405, with mixed opinions on their effectiveness compared to finasteride and minoxidil. Some users express skepticism about the new treatments, while others remain hopeful about future developments.
The post discusses using a combination of Dutasteride, Minoxidil, Ketoconazole, Estradiol, and Spironolactone for hair regrowth. Users suggest it needs more time and possibly a transplant, with some sharing personal experiences and side effects of similar treatments.