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      community Have you noticed systemic absorption of RU58841?

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 4 months ago
      The conversation discusses using RU58841 as a topical treatment for hair loss, with some users reporting no systemic issues. The original poster is considering RU58841 due to limited progress with dutasteride and oral minoxidil.

      community Painkillers May Block Minoxidil

      in Research/Science  15 upvotes 1 year ago
      Painkillers like Aspirin may reduce Minoxidil's effectiveness by inhibiting the enzyme PGHS-1, which is crucial for hair growth. Using NSAIDs that inhibit COX-2 or combining Minoxidil with PGF2/E2 analogues or retinoids may enhance its efficacy.

      community Hot weather causing hair shedding?

      in Minoxidil  3 upvotes 4 months ago
      Hot weather can increase hair shedding, possibly due to dehydration and active sebaceous glands. Using shampoos with salicylic acid or zinc pyrithione may help; daily anti-inflammatory use is not recommended.

      community We Need A Solution For The Inflammatory Response related To AGA

      in Research/Science  16 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about finding a solution for scalp inflammation related to AGA, with the user expressing frustration that Minoxidil and Finasteride do not address inflammation. The user has researched glucocorticoids and topical NSAIDs for reducing inflammation and seeks advice from specialists.

      community Anyone had anemia + AGA/thinning ?

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 11 months ago
      OP experienced significant hair regrowth after recovering from iron deficiency anemia and starting minoxidil. They suspect anemia contributed more to their hair loss than androgenetic alopecia (AGA).

      community Could RU58841 actually worsen hairloss?

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced worsening hair density after using finasteride, dutasteride, and RU58841, suspecting RU58841 might be the cause. They are considering stopping RU58841 after a scalp biopsy, while others share mixed experiences with RU58841's effectiveness.

      community 19F, hair loss. How to cope? [x-post /r/Haircarescience]

       10 upvotes 11 years ago
      A 19-year-old female is experiencing significant hair loss, with symptoms including alternating hair colors and thinning body hair. She seeks advice on coping and potential treatments, with suggestions to consult a dermatologist and check thyroid and hormone levels.

      community 5-year Minoxidil user quitting after minor heart attack

      in Minoxidil  4 upvotes 5 years ago
      A user experienced a minor heart attack after combining minoxidil with dermarolling and is considering stopping minoxidil use. They are concerned about hair loss after quitting and are exploring if finasteride or essential oils can maintain hair growth.

      community Experiences with anemic hair loss?

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user is experiencing hair loss likely due to anemia and nutrient deficiency, and is considering using Minoxidil or non-drug treatments like coffee rinses while improving their diet and taking supplements. They are unsure if Minoxidil will be effective for this type of hair loss and are concerned about potential side effects.

      community Post Finasteride Syndrome, A dangerous lie.

      in Chat  142 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user initially had side effects from finasteride, attributed them to anxiety and the nocebo effect, and after resuming the drug, experienced positive effects and now warns against misinformation about Post Finasteride Syndrome.

      community 3.5 months on oral minoxidil - getting frustrated

      in Minoxidil  8 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user switched from topical minoxidil to oral minoxidil and added RU58841 to their hair loss treatment but hasn't seen improvement after several months, causing frustration. They also mentioned using finasteride and are confused about the lack of results despite oral minoxidil's reported high success rate.

      community [25, F] [RANT] Shedding since March 2020. This just isn’t fair.

      in Female  42 upvotes 4 years ago
      User "missbloombastic" has been experiencing hair loss since 2016 and tried min, fin, multivitamins, and spiro with mixed results. Another user shares their struggle with hair loss and its impact on self-esteem, while a third user suggests checking blood tests and confirming the cause of hair loss.

      community How long is RU58841 active after application

      in Research/Science  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      RU58841 remains active for several hours after application, and it's suggested to wait a few hours before washing it off to maintain its effectiveness. There is a concern about potential transfer to others if they touch the hair shortly after application.

      community Extremish regimen - dermarolling too hard?

       4 upvotes 8 years ago
      The user is using a hair loss treatment regimen that includes RU58841, minoxidil mixed with finasteride, adenosine, dermarolling with lidocaine cream, and biotin. They are questioning if they are dermarolling too aggressively and are willing to accept baldness if no improvement is seen in 6 months.
      Sudden Triangular Thinning Patch

      community Sudden Triangular Thinning Patch

      in General  157 upvotes 7 months ago
      A 31-year-old has been using finasteride, dutasteride, and oral minoxidil for hair loss. They noticed a sudden triangular thinning patch on their scalp and are seeking advice, questioning if it could be medication-related.

      community Ru-58841 vs KX-826/pyrilutamide while on steroids

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  5 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user increased their steroid dosage and noticed hair shedding, so they adjusted their regimen by reducing steroid doses and adding oral dutasteride. They are also experimenting with combining RU-58841 and KX-826/pyrilutamide in minoxidil to address hair loss.

      community Diffuse thinning is the worst. Nothing helps.

      in Update 5 months ago
      The user is experiencing diffuse thinning and has tried treatments like topical and oral finasteride, oral dutasteride, topical minoxidil, microneedling, melatonin, and caffeine without success. Despite using these treatments for over four years, the user reports continued hair thinning and is considering trying RU58841.

      community RU58841 Users: How chemically unstable is RU58841 in practice?

      in Technology  2 upvotes 7 months ago
      The conversation discusses using RU58841 mixed with topical minoxidil for hair loss, noting its chemical instability and storage challenges. A user shares their experience using RU58841 with ethanol and propylene glycol, mentioning no significant results yet.

      community Oral Minoxidil Study of 60 AGA patients

      in Minoxidil  73 upvotes 4 years ago
      Oral minoxidil treatment increased hair density and shaft caliber in AGA patients. Side effects included hypertrichosis and lower extremity edema, with younger patients experiencing fewer side effects.