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      community Minoxidil its giving me huge water retention

      in Minoxidil  128 upvotes 1 year ago
      Minoxidil caused water retention and gastrointestinal issues for the user, which improved after stopping the medication. The user is now using finasteride and topical minoxidil, experiencing excessive urination and concerns about systemic absorption.

      community Considering Switching from 0.25% Topical Finasteride to Oral After 8 Months

      in Finasteride  70 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user has been using 0.25% topical finasteride for eight months with slight improvement and is considering switching to oral finasteride for convenience and potentially better results. Increasing the topical concentration to 0.33% or 0.5% is also an option, but oral finasteride may have more systemic side effects.

      community Question for all the good Minoxidil responders

      in Minoxidil  8 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user discusses their experience with minoxidil for hair loss, noting that drinking coffee may reduce its effectiveness. They observed better results with the liquid solution and no coffee compared to using the foam solution and drinking coffee.

      community Custom topical from Rootsbyga.

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user received a custom topical treatment for hair loss from Rootsbyga, which includes minoxidil and possibly other ingredients to enhance its effectiveness. The initial test cost $120, and the monthly topical costs around $70, with concerns about long-term use of steroids like hydrocortisone.

      community Exit strategy advice: 2nd transplant vs. electrolysis to soften hairline

      in General  99 upvotes 7 months ago
      A 32-year-old male is considering options to soften a dense transplanted hairline after experiencing accelerated hair loss and intolerance to finasteride and dutasteride, while using minoxidil. He is exploring partial electrolysis or laser treatments to achieve a natural look with a short buzz cut, avoiding a second transplant or scalp micropigmentation.

      community Minoxidil, RU58841, CB-03-01, WAY-316606, and derma stamping.

      in Minoxidil  5 upvotes 6 years ago
      The user is using Minoxidil, RU58841, CB-03-01, WAY-316606, Ketoconazole, MK-677, and derma stamping to treat hair loss and has noticed new hair growth, especially around the temples and hairline. They apply different treatments at various times of the day and have seen improvements in skin condition and body hair texture.

      community How strong is topical spiro? Close to God tier stack.

      in Product  8 upvotes 3 years ago
      Topical spiro's effectiveness on androgens is discussed. User tried oral DUT, oral Min, keto/nizoral, and RU but experienced worsening hair loss and chest pains. Suggestion given to increase dutasteride and oral minoxidil dosage before considering spironolactone.

      community Tell me about your experience switching to a 3 in 1 topical.

      in Minoxidil  2 upvotes 8 months ago
      A user is considering switching to a topical treatment containing finasteride, minoxidil, and tretinoin, instead of their current regimen of oral finasteride and oral minoxidil. They are unsure whether to try the new topical or continue with their current treatment.

      community Verteporfin trials in hair transplant patients begin

      in Transplants  44 upvotes 3 years ago
      A clinical trial for Verteporfin as a hair loss treatment, and the potential for greater progress in treatments for hair loss in the future. Common treatments such as Minoxidil, Finasteride and RU58841 were discussed.

      community 13 months TOPICAL ONLY progress! (Diffuse thinner)

      in Update  552 upvotes 6 months ago
      The conversation is about a user's progress in treating diffuse hair thinning using a topical regimen including finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole, microneedling, saw palmetto, collagen, and vitamins, along with lifestyle changes. The user plans to switch from topical to oral finasteride for potentially better results.

      community How do i use tretinoin on the scalp?

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 3 months ago
      The conversation is about applying tretinoin on the scalp for hair loss, with tips on mixing it with minoxidil foam and using a thin layer to avoid flaking and dryness. Suggestions include exfoliating with rosemary or coconut oil and wearing a hat for sun protection.

      community Fin for 7 months and my sclap is now transparent

      in Progress Pictures  16 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 24-year-old male has been using finasteride for 7 months and noticed thinning hair, especially when wet, and is concerned about the effectiveness of the treatment. Suggestions include continuing finasteride, considering minoxidil, and possibly trying micro-needling.

      community How important are Retinoic and Hydrocortisone in topical serum?

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about using a topical serum for hair loss with ingredients like finasteride and minoxidil, and the option to exclude retinoic acid and hydrocortisone due to concerns about long-term effects. One user prefers using only finasteride, avoiding minoxidil and retinoic acid, and plans to remove hydrocortisone in future orders.

      community Topical Semen - Hair Transplant Doctors Hate it!

      in Treatment  27 upvotes 7 months ago
      The conversation humorously discusses using semen as a topical treatment for hair growth, with users joking about its effectiveness and comparing it to other treatments like finasteride. The tone is light-hearted and sarcastic, with no serious endorsement of the method.

      community Minoxidil scalp irritation, is there any solution?

      in Minoxidil  4 upvotes 6 years ago
      The conversation is about managing scalp irritation caused by minoxidil use. Suggestions include switching to foam, using fluocinonide topical solution, trying lipogaine for sensitive skin, and considering low-dose oral minoxidil.
      Is it worth incorporating Minox into my routine?

      community Is it worth incorporating Minox into my routine?

      in General  63 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 20-year-old diffuse thinner has been using finasteride for 8 months and is considering adding minoxidil to their routine. A user suggests incorporating minoxidil for quicker regrowth, despite the hassle of daily application, while continuing finasteride.

      community inactive ingredients of Sandoz Finasteride 5mg compared too Proscar and Propecia?

       3 upvotes 10 years ago
      The conversation discusses the differences in inactive ingredients between Sandoz 5mg Finasteride and Proscar/Propecia, questioning the purpose of certain additives like Docusate sodium. It seeks to determine if these differences affect the effectiveness of the treatment for hair loss.

      community applying tretinoin and SPF on scalp?

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses using tretinoin for hair loss and whether applying SPF on the scalp is necessary if hair covers the treated areas. The user is considering this treatment despite having no completely bald patches.