A dermatologist advised stopping minoxidil and trying redensyl serum, while also starting finasteride. Concerns were raised about increased hair loss after stopping minoxidil.
The conversation discusses using Actifolic tretinoin to enhance the absorption of Minoxidil for hair loss treatment. It questions the amount of tretinoin to use and whether to apply it before or after Minoxidil.
The conversation is about the potential aging effects of oral minoxidil on the skin. Users discuss their experiences, with some attributing skin changes to aging rather than minoxidil, and mention using tretinoin to improve skin appearance.
The user has been using oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, and tretinoin cream for hair loss, with positive progress noted after six months. They are advised to continue their current regimen and consider additional treatments like derma rolling, while being cautious about switching to dutasteride due to potential sideeffects.
A 24-year-old with mild temple recession is using 5% minoxidil without noticeable effects and has started topical finasteride but is anxious about potential sideeffects. They are considering a specialist visit for peace of mind despite the cost.
The user experienced negative sideeffects from oral minoxidil, including cardiac issues and excessive sweating, and decided to switch to topical minoxidil while using other treatments like RU58841, Setipiprant, Azelaic acid, and latanoprost. Another user suggested splitting the oral minoxidil dose to reduce sideeffects.
Topical Finasteride is most effective at 0.1-0.25%, and Minoxidil at 5%. Tretinoin is optional, and additional ingredients like biotin, caffeine, and saw palmetto are recommended.
The conversation is about the potential sideeffects of using verteporfin in conjunction with a hair transplant. Specific treatments discussed include verteporfin, a hair transplant (HT), minoxidil (Min), finasteride (Fin), and RU58841 (RU).
The user experienced sideeffects like dull skin and eye bags from minoxidil after a hair transplant and is considering alternatives like redensyl. They stopped using finasteride due to sideeffects and are concerned about maintaining hair without minoxidil.
Some people have seen improved hair growth by combining Minoxidil with Tretinoin, but there are more success stories with microneedling. There is uncertainty about the real-world effectiveness of Tretinoin with Minoxidil for hair loss.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth using a regimen of 1 mg finasteride daily, minoxidil twice daily, ketoconazole shampoo weekly, dermastamping weekly, and tretinoin. They reported no sideeffects and emphasized the importance of committing to the treatment.
User shared 1-year progress using Finasteride, Minoxidil, and dermarolling with no sideeffects. Others discussed their experiences and asked questions about the treatments.
Finasteride and dutasteride may not significantly impact meibomian gland function since these glands do not rely on DHT. Some users report dry eyes and other sideeffects from finasteride, but these may be influenced by other factors or medications.
Finasteride and dutasteride, used for hair loss, can cause sexual dysfunction, depression, and suicidal thoughts, with some effects persisting after stopping. The post stresses the importance of being aware of these risks.
Treatments for hair loss, including topical dutasteride minoxidil, tretonin, dermarolling, serioxyl, and redensyl over a period of 3 months; switching from RU58841 to pyrilutamide was suggested with potentially less risk of systemic sideeffects; and encouragement to not give up hope.
The conversation discusses using RU58841 at a 2% concentration as an alternative due to sideeffects from finasteride. The user plans to start with a lower concentration and increase if necessary.
Concerns about using 0.3% topical finasteride due to potential sideeffects like decreased libido and gynecomastia. Suggestions include using less than 1ml or considering 1mg oral finasteride.
A user is trying fluridil/topilutamide for hair loss and experiencing sideeffects like pain in the testicles and genital discomfort. They previously had adverse effects with finasteride, dutasteride, and RU58841, and are considering other treatments like topical dutasteride and spironolactone for maintenance before a hair transplant.
The conversation discusses starting hair loss treatments and concerns about sideeffects. Treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
Microneedling, when combined with finasteride and topical minoxidil, can enhance hair regrowth for male pattern baldness, especially at the temples. Users report varying success with needle depths between 0.5mm and 1.5mm, with stamps preferred over rollers to minimize scalp damage.
Finasteride and minoxidil are recommended as first-line treatments for hair loss, with dutasteride and oral minoxidil as stronger options if needed. Hair transplants should only be considered after achieving stability with medication, and non-surgical options are suggested if medications are ineffective.
Hair loss treatments include using finasteride, dutasteride, and RU58841. Lifestyle changes like increasing carb intake and moderate alcohol consumption are suggested to boost estrogen levels.
The user switched from Finasteride to Dutasteride due to continued hair loss, using Dutasteride twice a week while continuing Finasteride on other days, and also using Minoxidil and Ketoconazole shampoo. They are considering increasing Dutasteride dosage and are uncertain about continuing Minoxidil due to lack of visible results.
Finasteride is available in Turkey without a prescription, with 1mg tablets costing 800 Turkish lira and 5mg tablets costing 150 lira. Oral minoxidil capsules were found at Cerrahpaşa nur eczanesi, also without a prescription.
The user is using dutasteride, oral minoxidil, and topical minoxidil with tretinoin for hair loss. They are considering whether to continue this treatment or opt for a hair transplant for their temples.
Topical dutasteride is suggested as a low side-effect treatment for hair loss, with a proposed dose of 0.025% 1ml/day. It is considered better than finasteride due to its even inhibition of DHT isoforms and lower systemic absorption.
The user started using a hair loss treatment called pyrilutamide and experienced mild chest discomfort and tightness, similar to previous sideeffects from RU58841. They plan to reduce the dosage due to these sideeffects and will provide an update on the results in 1-2 months.
Quitting RU58841 after over two years reduced scalp itching and inflammation, despite concerns about losing hair gains. The user continues using finasteride and oral minoxidil.
Mixing RU58841 with cetosomal minoxidil is discussed due to scalp irritation from ethanol PG vehicles. A mixture of the two turned bright pink when left to dry.