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      community Shedding increase from pumpkin seed oil - dread shed or time to stop?

      in Female 6 months ago
      A user experienced increased hair shedding after taking pumpkin seed oil for 4 weeks and is unsure if it's a "dread shed" or if the oil isn't suitable. They cannot tolerate anti-androgens like spironolactone and finasteride due to side effects and are seeking advice on whether to continue with pumpkin seed oil.

      community 6 month transformation from fin to dut+min+ru

      in Progress Pictures  102 upvotes 7 months ago
      A 30-year-old male switched from finasteride to a combination of dutasteride, oral minoxidil, and RU58841, achieving significant hair growth without side effects. He plans to add GHK-Cu peptide to his regimen for further improvement.

      community biotin leads to acne and sebum on scalp ??

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 2 years ago
      User is experiencing increased sebum, dandruff, and acne after taking a supplement containing biotin, iron, zinc, and calcium pantothenate along with finasteride. They are questioning if biotin is the cause and whether they should stop taking it.

      community JXL082 is not PP405 and Everychem followed the wrong lead

      in Research/Science  43 upvotes 11 months ago
      JXL082 is not the same as PP405, leading to a halt in sales and a plan to synthesize the real PP405. There is skepticism about the safety and effectiveness of JXL082 and PP405, with concerns about patent issues and the long-term impact on hair growth.

      community How long are Pelage going to milk the phase 2a results of PP405?

      in Chat  21 upvotes 5 months ago
      PP405, a potential hair loss treatment, is facing delays in releasing Phase 2 results, causing frustration among users who compare it to past failed treatments. Despite skepticism, some remain hopeful about PP405's future, while others discuss alternative treatments like Clascoterone and its expected market release.

      community AA and Hirsutism but T levels are normal

      in Female  5 upvotes 5 years ago
      27-year-old female experiences aggressive hair thinning and hirsutism despite normal testosterone levels. Spironolactone and 2% minoxidil were ineffective; high DHEA sulfate levels may be the cause.

      community Today was Last update on pp405

      in Research/Science  109 upvotes 1 year ago
      A new hair loss treatment, PP405, is moving from phase 2A to 2B in clinical trials, sparking discussions about its potential to regrow dormant hairs and its impact on existing treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride. Some users express skepticism, while others are hopeful about its future effectiveness.

      community How likely do you think it is for PP405 to come out?

      in Research/Science  21 upvotes 9 months ago
      PP405 is a potential new hair loss treatment that works through metabolic pathways rather than hormonal ones, with an estimated market release between late 2027 and 2029. Current alternatives to finasteride include minoxidil, pyralutamide, fluridil, and RU58841, with hair transplants also being a viable option.

      community GT20029 Phase 2 results are out

      in Treatment  60 upvotes 7 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 New Hair Loss Cure: AMP-303 Is Back. It’s what PP405 should have been.

      in Research/Science  5 upvotes 3 months ago
      AMP-303 and AMP-601 are new hair loss treatments targeting dermal papilla cells, with AMP-303 showing early efficacy in transitioning vellus hairs to terminal hairs after one injection. Further clinical trials are planned, and these treatments are seen as promising due to their biologic approach and less frequent application compared to daily treatments.

      community Going to try and reverse MPB naturally.

      in Treatment  55 upvotes 4 years ago
      A user is trying to reverse male pattern baldness (MPB) naturally by taking high doses of Vitamin D, improving diet, exercising, reducing stress, and other lifestyle changes, but plans to use finasteride if no results are seen in 60 days. Other users are skeptical, advising medical treatments like finasteride and warning against potential vitamin D overdose and the ineffectiveness of natural remedies for genetic hair loss.

      community blood DHT levels shot up after doubling dutasteride dosage

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  20 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user increased their dutasteride dosage from 0.5mg to 1mg daily, resulting in a rise in DHT levels from 148 pg/mL to 281 pg/mL, and is considering switching back to finasteride due to continued hair loss. Replies suggest retesting and emphasize the importance of bloodwork before starting treatments.

      community The expected timeline for PP405 - Next update at AAD Annual Meeting in March 2026 ?

      in Treatment  30 upvotes 6 months ago
      A new hair loss treatment, PP405, showed promising Phase 2a results with 31% of patients experiencing over 20% hair density increase without systemic absorption, avoiding hormonal side effects. The treatment is expected to be expensive, with Phase 3 trials starting mid-2026, and there is skepticism about the data's strength.

      community Have some questions about prescription I got from a trichologist

      in Chat  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      A trichologist prescribed Biotrade Sebomax HR Anti-Hair Loss Tonic, Spectral DNC-N Nanoxidil, Hairfollic Him/Man Vitamins, and Bosley MD DHT blocking supplements instead of finasteride due to potential risks at age 21. The user questions the legitimacy of the treatment and considers seeking a second opinion.

      community 42 yo. Fin/Dut for 9 months. Occasional min.

      in Progress Pictures  46 upvotes 7 months ago
      A 42-year-old shares progress using finasteride and dutasteride for 9 months, with occasional minoxidil use, noticing results after a month. The user applied minoxidil consistently for 3 months, then sporadically once a week.

      community My summation of PP405 - looks promising

      in Research/Science  206 upvotes 1 year ago
      PP405 shows promise for hair regrowth by manipulating stem cell characteristics and lactate dehydrogenase, with Phase 2a trials pending. Google Ventures' $15M investment suggests confidence, but results and market availability remain uncertain.
      (M34) Nine Month Progress Update

      community (M34) Nine Month Progress Update

      in Journals / Progress Pictures  117 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 34-year-old male shares a nine-month update on hair loss treatment using 1.25mg oral finasteride daily, 5% topical minoxidil 5-7 times a week, and 1% ketoconazole shampoo twice a week. He reports stopping diffuse thinning and regaining crown density, though his hairline may require a transplant.

      community Been diagnosed with mpb and acute TE

      in Chat  2 upvotes 9 months ago
      A 21-year-old male diagnosed with telogen effluvium and male pattern baldness started taking finasteride, which initially slowed hair shedding and slightly thickened hair. The doctor recommended iron and vitamin D supplements, and the user is considering minoxidil but wants to stabilize shedding first.

      community Exosomes for mpb day 1-? Let’s see if it’s bs.

      in Progress Pictures  3 upvotes 4 years ago
      Trying out a new exosome treatment for male pattern baldness, in addition to increasing vitamin intake and using existing treatments such as Nizoral and scalp drops. The user has no expectations that the new treatment will work but is giving it a try anyway.

      community FYI you can't donate blood when on fin/dut

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  267 upvotes 10 months ago
      People on finasteride or dutasteride cannot donate blood due to the risk of birth defects if the blood is given to a pregnant woman. It's advised to stop finasteride for a month and dutasteride for six months before donating.

      community For the ladies: Spironolactone for FPHL

      in Female  13 upvotes 9 years ago
      A 34 year old female with androgenic alopecia who has tried treatments such as Spironolactone, Desogen, Minoxidil and Finasteride in order to address her hair loss. It also details the experiences of other women taking Spironolactone for Female Pattern Hair Loss (FPHL).