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      community Guys, we finally have an alternative to finasteride

      in Research/Science  263 upvotes 1 year ago
      A combination of pyrilutamide, minoxidil, and alfatradiol is proposed as an effective alternative to finasteride for treating mild to moderate hair loss, claiming to stabilize hair loss and improve thickness without finasteride's side effects. Some users are skeptical about the effectiveness and approval of these treatments, while others are interested in trying them due to finasteride's side effects.

      community Started topical minoxidil 3 months ago (progress?)

      in Is this regrowth?  149 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user started using topical minoxidil and derma stamping for hair regrowth, along with multivitamins, biotin, and saw palmetto. Many suggest adding finasteride for better long-term results, but the user is hesitant due to potential side effects.

      community Complete non responder to everything. Modern Norwood Sisyphus

      in Update  76 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using finasteride for four years and topical minoxidil with microneedling for a year but has not seen significant results in slowing hair loss. They are considering trying dutasteride despite concerns about its intensity, and others suggest trying oral minoxidil or combining treatments for better results.

      community 5 year recovery while using steroids

      in Update  10 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user shared their 5-year hair recovery journey using finasteride, RU58841, dutasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling, noting mixed progress but overall improvement. They regret not starting treatment earlier and recently received positive health feedback from their doctor.

      community Oral minoxidil and lowering the dose?

      in Minoxidil  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing significant hair regrowth with 5 mg oral minoxidil and 1 mg finasteride but also side effects like eye puffiness and hypertrichosis. They are considering reducing the minoxidil dose to 2.5 mg to lessen side effects and are curious about caffeine serums for eye puffiness.

      community Will PP405 render Minox and Fin obsolete?

      in Research/Science  26 upvotes 11 months ago
      PP405 might make minoxidil unnecessary, but finasteride or other 5AR inhibitors may still be needed. PP405 is expected to be expensive and not available until at least 2028, with limited information on its effectiveness.

      community Surprisingly thorough study on He-Shou-Wu/Fo Ti

      in Research/Science  14 upvotes 2 years ago
      He Shou Wu (Fo Ti) extract was found to prolong the hair growth phase, inhibit 5-alpha-reductase (like finasteride), reduce androgen receptors, and increase growth factors, potentially outperforming minoxidil in recovering hair follicle size after DHT exposure. Two compounds, emodin and TSG, are identified as responsible for these effects and warrant further investigation.

      community 1 year progress 5% topical minoxidil daily and 1mg fin daily

      in Is this regrowth?  462 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user experienced positive hair regrowth using 5% topical minoxidil daily and 1mg finasteride daily but had to stop finasteride due to side effects like depression, anxiety, and gynecomastia. They are considering alternatives like topical finasteride or dutasteride and are currently using only topical minoxidil.

      community 26 months progress – major improvement and stability

      in Progress Pictures  341 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 36-year-old achieved significant hair improvement and stability over 26 months using oral finasteride, minoxidil foam, microneedling, and ketoconazole shampoo, with no side effects. Patience and consistency were crucial for increased hair density and reduced shedding.

      community Topical minoxidil responder tests + switching to oral

      in Minoxidil  1 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user has been using topical minoxidil with tretinoin for 9 months without much regrowth and suspects finasteride is responsible for any improvement. They are inquiring about tests to determine response to topical minoxidil and seeking advice on switching to oral minoxidil, including potential side effects and monitoring requirements.

      community Ru58841 + topical minoxidil + microneedling succes story

      in Progress Pictures  339 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their successful hair loss treatment using RU58841, topical minoxidil, and microneedling, noting significant improvement over three months. They chose RU58841 over finasteride due to personal preference and reported no side effects, while others discussed their experiences with different treatments and supplements.

      community The hardest hair protocol ever!

      in Research/Science  10 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user is using RU58841, finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil to slow down aggressive hair loss but is still experiencing hair shedding due to high testosterone levels. They plan to use ostarine to lower testosterone and prevent hair loss while maintaining muscle mass, and will continue using the other treatments.

      community Got sides on fin, now Alfatradiol or Fluridil?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  4 upvotes 4 years ago
      The user experienced side effects from finasteride and is considering adding Alfatradiol or Fluridil to their regimen, which includes Minoxidil, dermarolling, and ketoconazole. Fluridil is noted to be more effective than Alfatradiol but less effective than finasteride, with mild side effects reported.

      community 18mo progress - topical fin/min + oral min/dut

      in Progress Pictures  91 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth using topical finasteride/minoxidil and oral minoxidil/dutasteride, with some mild side effects that diminished over time. They plan to add microneedling to their regimen and have seen hair shedding cycles every six months, followed by thicker regrowth.

      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 What to add after dut/min/RU/needling?

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about different treatments for hair loss, including minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, and dermarolling. The conclusion is that RU58841 and dermarolling have shown efficacy in treating hair loss through different pathways.

      community True hair loss Vs shedding cycle

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  2 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user stabilized hair loss with oral finasteride, dutasteride, and topical minoxidil, and underwent a stem cell and PRP procedure. Recent increased hair shedding may be due to restarting dermarolling, affecting minoxidil absorption, or the waning effects of the stem cell treatment.