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      community I had claude create a protocol only using fda approved drugs.

      in Research/Science  5 upvotes 7 months ago
      A new hair loss protocol using FDA-approved topical treatments targets eight pathways, potentially improving results by 60-75% compared to the standard 40-50% from oral minoxidil and finasteride. The protocol includes minoxidil, finasteride, tacrolimus, cetirizine, bimatoprost, lithium gluconate, losartan, melatonin, NAC, caffeine, and tretinoin, with a monthly cost of $35-50 in Mexico and $80-150 in the US.

      community Oral minoxidil — is it actually worth it?

      in Minoxidil  42 upvotes 7 months ago
      Oral minoxidil is effective for hair loss but may cause side effects like increased heart rate and edema. Finasteride is recommended, with dutasteride as an alternative if needed.

      community My 5 months Hair Transplant Surgery update.

      in Progress Pictures  855 upvotes 7 months ago
      A 27-year-old actor shared his positive experience with two hair transplant surgeries, highlighting the importance of customization and detail for a natural look. He is taking finasteride to prevent future hair loss.

      community Dermatologist put me straight onto 0.5 dut+2.5min

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  20 upvotes 7 months ago
      A dermatologist prescribed 0.5 mg dutasteride and 2.5 mg minoxidil for hair thinning, which is considered a solid regimen for regrowth. Users generally agree that dutasteride is more effective than finasteride and support the dermatologist's decision.

      community Why doesn't phase 3 of PP405 start straight away?

      in Chat  14 upvotes 7 months ago
      Pelage is delaying the start of phase 3 trials for PP405 to 2026 due to necessary regulatory processes, despite having $120 million in funding. Users discuss the potential of PP405 for hair regrowth, with some expressing skepticism and others hopeful for new treatments like Breezula.

      community Chat is this real? Compound called clascoterone

      in Research/Science  584 upvotes 8 months ago
      Clascoterone shows promising results for hair regrowth in men with androgenetic alopecia, with potential FDA approval by 2026. It acts as a topical androgen receptor blocker, offering a new treatment option with minimal side effects compared to existing treatments like finasteride.

      community How aggressive can I push my stack?

      in Treatments  165 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 21-year-old male is experiencing crown balding and is using RU58841, topical minoxidil, and plans to add dutasteride and oral minoxidil to his treatment. He seeks advice on increasing his treatment stack despite previous side effects like chest pain.

      community GT20029 Phase 2 results are out

      in Treatment  60 upvotes 8 months ago
      GT20029 shows promising results for hair loss treatment, with potential approval in China by 2026 or 2027, but U.S. approval may take longer. It could serve as an alternative to finasteride, with a potentially better side effect profile.

      community 25M | 10 years of gradual hair loss | Minoxidil user | Looking for input on treatment optimization before HT

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  4 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 25-year-old male with 10 years of hair loss is using minoxidil and considering adding finasteride or dutasteride, possibly with microneedling, to improve hair regrowth before a hair transplant. Community members suggest starting a DHT blocker immediately, considering oral minoxidil, and addressing low vitamin D and HDL levels.
      Thinning in Hairline and Vertex - What do I do?

      community Thinning in Hairline and Vertex - What do I do?

      in General  345 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 25-year-old male is experiencing hair thinning at the hairline and vertex, considering using a dermapen or dermastamp, and seeking advice on whether to continue with natural remedies like onion juice and rosemary oil or start using minoxidil or finasteride. He is also looking for recommendations on microneedling devices.

      community Been on Dut for 2 1/2 years. AMA

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  20 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user shares a positive experience with Dutasteride for hair loss, noting increased hair density and minimal side effects after switching from Finasteride. They prefer oral Dutasteride and avoid Minoxidil due to its inconvenience and potential risks.

      community Min for a year on hairline no results

      in Minoxidil  148 upvotes 8 months ago
      Minoxidil and finasteride have not improved the user's hairline after a year. Suggestions include trying dutasteride, microneedling, or considering a hair transplant for better results.

      community Why hasn’t anyone made a "DHT sponge" biologic yet???

      in Research/Science  45 upvotes 9 months ago
      The conversation discusses the potential for developing a biologic "DHT sponge" to neutralize DHT in the bloodstream as a treatment for hair loss, suggesting it could be more targeted and have fewer side effects than current treatments like finasteride and dutasteride. Concerns include the complexity, cost, and potential side effects of such a treatment, as well as skepticism about its feasibility and market interest.

      community Full extent of pp405 effectiveness

      in Treatment  14 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation discusses the potential effectiveness and future results of the hair loss treatment pp405, with questions about its impact on different hair loss stages and areas. There is anticipation for phase 3 trial results to provide more data, and hope that pp405 could enhance hair transplant outcomes.

      community Are these all vellus hairs that will go terminal?

      in Is this regrowth?  8 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user is using oral minoxidil, ghk-cu, and HGH for hair regrowth, noticing small vellus hairs on the crown. They avoid traditional DHT blockers like finasteride due to side effects, despite skepticism from others about the effectiveness of ghk-cu.

      community New 2025 study: high dose oral minoxidil (up to 10mg)

      in Research/Science  80 upvotes 10 months ago
      High-dose oral minoxidil (>5 mg/day) can increase hair density in some men with androgenetic alopecia, but side effects like extra body hair and heart issues are common. Gradual dose increase is advised, but adverse effects may lead to discontinuation or dose adjustments.

      community Experience with only Minoxidil and Nizoral

      in Minoxidil  6 upvotes 10 months ago
      Minoxidil and Nizoral alone are unlikely to stop hair loss effectively, as they do not address the root cause, which is often DHT. Many users suggest incorporating a 5AR inhibitor like finasteride or dutasteride for better results, despite concerns about potential side effects.

      community [Theory] Big Bald is deliberately delaying the cure indefinitely

      in Satire  344 upvotes 11 months ago
      The conversation humorously suggests that the hair loss industry, referred to as "Big Bald," deliberately delays a cure to profit from ongoing treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride. Participants debate whether a cure would be more profitable than current treatments, with some suggesting that the industry prefers continuous treatments for sustained profit.

      community 15 months fin, 12 months min results. 22M

      in Progress Pictures  217 upvotes 11 months ago
      A 22-year-old shared his 15-month progress using finasteride and 12-month progress with minoxidil for hair loss, noting improved thickness but minimal hairline change. He experienced initial shedding with minoxidil but no side effects from finasteride, and he advises patience and consistency for results.

      community PP405 bandwagon, time to resume the hype train.

      in Treatment  165 upvotes 11 months ago
      PP405 shows promise in hair regrowth, potentially outperforming existing treatments like finasteride and minoxidil, with significant results in just four weeks. The treatment is still in early stages, with further trials needed to determine its long-term effectiveness and optimal dosage.