Clascoterone cream was submitted for review to Health Canada in August 2022, with hopes of approval within 3-6 months. It may potentially enhance finasteride's effects for hair loss treatment.
Oral minoxidil is claimed to be more effective and easier to use than topical minoxidil, with a 100% response rate, but it may cause unwanted body hair growth and has potential heart-related side effects. Topical minoxidil is less effective for many due to enzyme limitations, can cause scalp issues, and is more challenging to apply, but it avoids systemic side effects.
Microneedling combined with latanoprost may convert vellus hairs to transitional or terminal hairs. The user suggests using oral minoxidil to increase vellus hair, then applying a high concentration of latanoprost with microneedling for conversion.
The user switched from Hims topical finasteride and minoxidil to Musely Hair Pill Bloom+, which includes minoxidil, dutasteride, and other vitamins, and noticed new hair growth but also experienced lower blood pressure. Another user ordered a minoxidil-only pill.
A user applied a homemade topical finasteride solution daily for 35 days, reducing hair shedding significantly with minimal side effects. They plan to continue for 90 days and will provide further updates.
The user is currently using oral finasteride for hair loss and considering adding Eucapil, dutasteride mesotherapy, and microneedling to their treatment regimen. They are seeking alternatives to minoxidil, such as Stemoxydine, due to concerns about minoxidil's side effects.
A user discusses using Alpecin Caffeine Liquid for scalp health and considers dissolving finasteride tablets into it for a DIY topical treatment. They inquire about potential absorption issues with this method.
The conversation discusses verteporfin as a potential treatment for hair regeneration, which could lead to unlimited hair transplants by healing the donor area. Some users are considering using verteporfin now, while others are hopeful it will be available for future hair transplants.
A Spanish dermatologist suggests sulforaphane for androgenetic alopecia (AGA) due to its potential to remove DHT metabolites, though high dosages are needed. A topical formulation might be possible.
The user has been on finasteride for 16 months and is considering natural remedies like peppermint oil, rosemary oil, saw palmetto, green tea extract, l-lysine, and oral castor oil to enhance hair growth in addition to finasteride. They are interested in the potential benefits of combining these natural treatments with finasteride to improve hair loss outcomes.
The user has been treating hair loss with finasteride, dutasteride, oral minoxidil, and pyrilutamide for several years without success and is experiencing an inflamed scalp, possibly due to seborrheic dermatitis. They are seeking advice on additional treatments after these methods failed to improve their condition.
The conversation is about someone experiencing continued hair loss despite using Pyrilutamide and considering the need for more time or better quality control for the treatment. Another person suggests waiting for the drug to be officially approved due to potential quality issues with current products.
New hair loss treatments like GT20029 and PP405 could potentially replace minoxidil and finasteride, offering better results with fewer side effects. However, current treatments like finasteride and minoxidil are still effective for many, despite concerns about side effects.
The conversation is about using valproic acid, an anti-seizure medication, as a topical treatment to promote hair growth. The original poster is seeking personal experiences from those who have tried this method.
Hair loss treatments discussed include Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841. HMI-115, a monoclonal antibody drug, is in phase 1 and 2 trials for different conditions, but its availability on the gray market is unlikely due to high production costs.
Yunce Medical, a Chinese company, is developing hair multiplication technology similar to Stemson Therapeutics, with potential for quicker availability due to favorable regulations. Users express skepticism and hope for future advancements in hair loss treatments.
Some people have low sulfotransferase enzyme levels, affecting their response to minoxidil. Lifestyle factors, genetics, and diet, like MSM intake, might influence these enzyme levels.
A 42-year-old is using a topical solution with 5% minoxidil and 0.1% finasteride, along with weekly microneedling, for hair regrowth without side effects. The product used is Tugain for men by Cipla, an Indian brand.
The user is using oral and topical minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, and considering adding rosemary and pumpkin saw palmetto to their regimen. They report significant hair growth, especially with dutasteride, and are considering increasing their dose and adding RU58841.
A user shared their experience with hair loss treatments, including minoxidil and finasteride, and their negative side effects. They outlined a new treatment plan involving microneedling, various supplements, minoxidil foam, ketoconazole shampoo, and an anti-inflammatory diet, with plans to document progress over three months. Another user responded, indicating their own similar efforts were a waste of money.
The user wants to reduce their dose of topical finasteride to 0.1-0.2mg and is considering mixing 0.2ml of their current finasteride + minoxidil serum with 0.8ml of a minoxidil-only serum for better scalp coverage. They are asking for advice on whether this method is effective or if there's a better way to dilute the finasteride solution.
41-year-old female experienced slow hair thinning, took finasteride for a year, then switched to spironolactone. Irregular periods occurred, seeking advice on long-term side effects and considering a third medication.
The user switched from finasteride to DIY dutasteride mesotherapy and topical minoxidil due to side effects. They report improved well-being and no hair loss worsening after stopping finasteride.
User TopBack56 and friends tried pyrilutamide (KX-826) for hair loss without experiencing negative side effects. They observed fine vellus hairs but no thick hair growth yet, and plan to add GT20029 to their regime after safety trials.
Topical dutasteride with microneedling and mesotherapy dutasteride injections are effective treatments for androgenetic alopecia in both men and women. These methods offer promising alternatives to oral therapies with potentially fewer systemic side effects.
RU58841 can be ordered as a powder and compounded at home, but it should be stored at room temperature to avoid crystallization. Pyraulatmide may follow a similar principle.
27F with androgenic alopecia since 17 seeks treatment. Tried spironolactone, caused low blood pressure; believes finasteride is safer and wants to try it.
User experienced side effects from Minoxidil and is switching to Nanoxidil. They are also using Finasteride and seeking advice on preventing hair loss.