Woman uses antiandrogens for hair thinning prevention, experiences severe dry eye with finasteride. Asks if dutasteride could be better despite potential for worse dry eye.
The conversation discusses the use of low-dose oral minoxidil for hair loss and its potential effects on skin aging. Users shared experiences, with some noting sideeffects like puffy eyelids and dark circles, but no conclusive evidence of significant collagen depletion or increased wrinkles.
The conversation discusses confusion over the dosage calculation of a topical solution containing 0.25% finasteride, 5% minoxidil, and 0.001% tretinoin. The user considers switching to a 0.025% finasteride solution to enhance the effects of tretinoin and minoxidil.
A user shared progress pictures after using a topical solution containing Minoxidil 5%, Tretinoin, and Azelaic acid for two months. The conversation discusses the effectiveness of this treatment for hair loss.
The user started using pyrilutamide for hair loss and experienced a significant reduction in hair shedding and an improvement in hair quality with only mild sideeffects. They previously used minoxidil and finasteride, which caused sideeffects, and are now combining pyrilutamide with minoxidil and tretinoin.
The user experienced sexual sideeffects from finasteride and switched to using only topical minoxidil without sideeffects. They are seeking alternatives to finasteride, such as topical finasteride, to maintain hair without adverse effects.
The user reports that using topical Dutasteride has stopped their hair loss, and they are curious about potential sideeffects and regrowth. They also mention having scalp psoriasis and past SSRI use affecting libido.
Applying hair loss treatments like minoxidil and finasteride, with concerns about sideeffects and application timing. Some users experience sideeffects, while others manage without issues, and there's interest in future treatments like pyrilutamide.
The conversation is about using a topical spray containing minoxidil, finasteride, and tretinoin for hair regrowth over six months, with positive results and minimal sideeffects. The user also mentions using biotin and alpecin, and discusses the benefits of topical application over oral forms.
Redensyl, which is a topical alternative to Minoxidil for hair loss. It may have advantages such as not making the hair greasy and lasting longer after discontinuing use than minoxidil. There are some positive reports from users, but also some negative ones, so it's unclear how effective this treatment will be in comparison to Minoxidil and other treatments like Finasteride or RU58841.
A 31-year-old uses Minoxidil, RU58841, Reviv Hair Serum, and Ketoconazole shampoo for hair loss but avoids finasteride. They plan to reintroduce red light therapy (LLLT) and Eucapil despite previous shedding concerns.
RU58841 helped reduce scalp itching for some users within a week, while others experienced immediate relief. Some users reported initial irritation from the solution, possibly due to the carrier used.
People discussed treatments for hair thinning on the sides, mentioning Finasteride, Dutasteride, Pyrilutamide, and RU58841. One person is currently using Finasteride and seeking advice on its effectiveness for this issue.
Finasteride can cause dry eyes and vision issues due to its impact on the meibomian glands. Users have mixed experiences, with some experiencing eye discomfort and others having no sideeffects.
A user experienced severe sexual sideeffects and man boobs after 11 months of finasteride use, despite initial positive results for hair growth. They are discontinuing finasteride and caution others about potential risks, suggesting that sideeffects may be more common than reported.
Minoxidil can cause dark, puffy undereyes. Users suggest using caffeine serum, retinol moisturizer, and Remescar eye bags cream to counteract this effect.
RU58841 is used for hair loss, with some users reporting decreased shedding and preserved hairlines. Concerns about safety and sideeffects like heart issues are noted, and some combine it with finasteride and minoxidil for better results.
Switching from 2% liquid minoxidil to 5% foam minoxidil reduced scalp irritation but increased eyebrow flakiness and thinning. The user speculates that propylene glycol in the liquid formulation might have been protecting against seborrheic dermatitis while causing contact dermatitis.
User seeks treatment to increase minoxidil efficacy. Suggestions include microneedling, oral minoxidil, and Tretinoin, with mixed experiences and sideeffects.
The user experienced severe sideeffects with topical finasteride, continued using Minoxidil, and was advised to try topical dutasteride after a test suggested they might not respond to finasteride. They are hesitant to start the new treatment due to past sideeffects.
The user is using oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, and tretinoin to treat hair loss. After two months, there is noticeable thickening and maintenance of the hairline.
RU58841 cured seborrheic dermatitis, oily scalp, dandruff, and scalp pain, improving hair health when combined with Minoxidil. Another user noted diet impacts their seborrheic dermatitis and that finasteride hasn't changed their condition.
Increasing the sult1a1 enzyme on the scalp may improve response to topical minoxidil. The user suggests using a baking soda solution, DMSO, and tretinoin to enhance enzyme activity and minoxidil effectiveness.
The user was rejected from participating in a clinical trial for an extended-release oral Minoxidil due to having rheumatoid arthritis, despite initially being accepted. They had stopped using Dutasteride and Minoxidil to qualify but continued using other treatments like RU58841 and red light therapy.
A 22-year-old is using minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss and is concerned about sideeffects and interactions with Accutane. Continuing these treatments may help prevent Accutane-related hair loss, but stopping them could reverse progress.
User tried various hair loss treatments, including natural remedies, topical and oral finasteride, RU with stemoxydine, and topical dutasteride. All treatments had sideeffects, and topical dutasteride thickened hair but also caused sideeffects.
A user experienced severe hair loss after stopping Accutane and is concerned about using Minoxidil due to anxiety and doubts about its effectiveness. They are seeking advice on whether the hair loss will resolve on its own and if they should expect recovery soon.