PP405 is a new hairloss treatment facing mixed reactions due to initial hype and insufficient data. Some are hopeful, but many doubt its effectiveness compared to minoxidil and finasteride.
Some individuals experience hairloss despite using treatments like 2.5 mg dutasteride, finasteride, and minoxidil, suggesting sensitivity to DHT or other factors. Various treatments and lifestyle changes are discussed, but results vary, and some consider hair transplants or other solutions.
The user is experiencing increased hairloss despite using finasteride and oral minoxidil and is hesitant to switch to dutasteride due to side effects and family planning concerns. Alternatives suggested include dutasteride, microneedling, and addressing stress or nutrient deficiencies.
A user experienced rapid hairloss and successfully regrew hair using minoxidil daily and finasteride 0.5mg every other day, along with lifestyle changes. They reported significant improvement after initial setbacks and emphasized the importance of starting treatment early.
A user shared their hairloss journey using oral finasteride for over six years and oral minoxidil for one year, noting some progress and considering switching to dutasteride. Others shared mixed results and side effects from using minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride.
Oral minoxidil is effective for hairloss but can cause cardiovascular side effects, such as pericardial effusion, especially in those with genetic predispositions. Starting with low doses and monitoring cardiovascular health are advised to reduce risks.
The conversation discusses various hairloss treatments, including Breezula, KX826, and PP405, with mixed opinions on their effectiveness compared to finasteride and minoxidil. Some users express skepticism about the new treatments, while others remain hopeful about future developments.
GT20029 and KX826 are promising hairloss treatments, with GT20029 increasing hair count and KX826 showing significant results. KX826 may be a good alternative for those who can't use finasteride or dutasteride, though results vary.
Scalp massages may help with hairloss, but results require significant time and effort, and benefits stop when massages stop. Some users combine massages with topical minoxidil and finasteride for better results.
The DNA Trichotest is considered unreliable for predicting hairloss treatment responses, and topical spironolactone is questioned for its effectiveness and safety in cis males. Finasteride and Dutasteride are recommended as more reliable treatments for androgenic alopecia.
Vitamin D deficiency is linked to hairloss, and supplementation with vitamin D can improve conditions like androgenic alopecia and telogen effluvium. Users discussed various dosages of vitamin D, emphasizing the importance of getting blood tests to determine the appropriate amount.
Users discuss using pyrilutamide for hairloss, seeking alternatives to 5AR inhibitors. They mention using minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and RU58841.
A user is struggling with hairloss at 17 and has been using finasteride for 5 months and minoxidil for 11 months without seeing regrowth. Other users encourage continuing treatment, sharing their own experiences with finasteride, minoxidil, and dermarolling, and emphasizing patience and acceptance.
Finasteride can continue to improve hairloss for up to 10 years, with the best results seen when started early. Combining treatments like minoxidil, dermarolling, or RU58841 may enhance effectiveness.
The user has accepted their hairloss and uses finasteride and minoxidil, with past use of RU58841 and dutasteride. They seek advice on supplements to slow down graying hair.
The conversation provides advice on hairloss treatments, emphasizing the importance of following instructions for Minoxidil and Finasteride use, considering micro-needling to enhance treatment effectiveness, and incorporating hair oils, vitamins, and appropriate shampoos. The user shares their personal regimen, which includes oral Finasteride, topical Minoxidil, rosemary oil, micro-needling, supplements, and specialized hair care products, and stresses the necessity of consistency for successful results.
The conversation discusses alternative hairloss treatments beyond the commonly used Minoxidil and Finasteride. One user is trying diclofenac gel, caffeine + antioxidant serum, finasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, and has stopped using Minoxidil due to ineffectiveness, while another user has adopted lifestyle changes like exercise, diet, stress reduction, and topical caffeine, along with scalp massages and microneedling.
A user is experiencing hairloss and has been using topical finasteride for 3.5 months, with increased shedding for 2.5 months. They are also using ketoconazole shampoo, low-level laser therapy, scalp massage, and rosemary oil, and are seeking reassurance and advice on whether prolonged shedding is normal and if others have had positive outcomes with finasteride.
The conversation discusses hairloss treatments, with some users advocating for finasteride and minoxidil, while others express concerns about potential side effects of finasteride. A social media influencer is criticized for promoting scalp massages and minoxidil over finasteride, which some believe is misinformation.
The user showed a one-year hair regrowth progress using finasteride only, after stopping minoxidil due to its toxicity to cats. They noticed hair growth around six or seven months into treatment.
Creatine might increase hairloss due to increased DHT sensitivity, but evidence is mostly anecdotal. The user is using oral minoxidil for hairloss and is cautious about starting creatine.
The post discusses speeding up verteporfin trials for hairloss treatment. The original poster, involved in the trials, requests help in crowdsourcing doctor emails to spread awareness and gather more support for the trials.
The efficacy of taking 1mg finasteride three times a week instead of daily for hairloss, with some users arguing that it is just as effective because finasteride has a long half-life in the scalp tissue and lower doses have been shown to be effective. Other users suggest experimenting with various treatments such as minoxidil and finasteride to achieve best results.
The conversation discusses using homemade topical finasteride for hairloss, showing an increase in DHT levels despite treatment. The user applies 0.125mg daily, resulting in 113.4% of previous DHT levels.
Natural treatments for hairloss, specifically peppermint oil and rosemary oil; how they can be used as a supplementary or alternative treatment to pharmaceuticals such as finasteride and minoxidil; and the personal experience of the user Divallo, who has seen an increase in density and thickness after using these oils for around 2.5 years. The post also touches on the potential antifungal properties of the oils and their effects on cutaneous blood flow.
A user's progress with treating hairloss over 3.5 months, which involves taking finasteride MWF, minoxidil daily and microneedling once a week. There was positive feedback from other users regarding the results.
User reports progress in hairloss treatment using finasteride, topical minoxidil, dutasteride, RU58841, and oral minoxidil. Positive results include thicker, darker hair and improved hairline.
Hopeful treatments for hairloss, including Verteporfin, Androgen Receptor Degradation, and SCUBE3. These treatments offer potential solutions to slow or stop the effects of androgens on the scalp.