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      community Had to quit minoxidil because of headaches

      in Minoxidil  15 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user stopped using minoxidil due to headaches, which returned upon resuming the treatment, leading to hair shedding concerns. Alternatives like finasteride and diluted minoxidil were suggested by others experiencing similar side effects.

      community Can't take fin just yet, but need to try and stave off hair loss. Need your advice.

       4 upvotes 10 years ago
      The user is concerned about starting finasteride due to potential fertility issues and is considering using minoxidil and Nizoral shampoo as alternatives for hair loss. Another user shares their experience of pausing finasteride while trying to conceive, continuing with minoxidil and Nizoral, and advises prioritizing child health over hair treatment.

      community TDM-105795 phase 2 results are in!

      in Research/Science  29 upvotes 2 years ago
      TDM-105795 showed promising hair growth results, with higher efficacy than placebo and minimal side effects. It activates dormant hair follicle stem cells and may maintain gains without immediate loss, unlike minoxidil.

      community Suddenly stopping oral minoxidil

      in Female  1 upvotes 11 months ago
      The conversation discusses whether to continue or stop oral minoxidil for hair maintenance, with OP using spironolactone, oral and topical minoxidil, finasteride, and ketoconazole shampoo. It is suggested that stopping oral minoxidil might not cause significant hair shedding if topical treatments continue, but oral minoxidil is generally more effective for most people.

      community Any good experiences with Alfatradiol ?

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 5 years ago
      Alfatradiol is discussed as a weak 5ARI and estrogen, not as effective as minoxidil, RU58841, or CB-03-01, but a safe alternative for those who can't use finasteride. Users express frustration over the lack of strong FDA-approved topical antiandrogens for hair loss.

      community Stemoxydine on its own - anyone tried?

      in Treatment  7 upvotes 4 years ago
      User experienced bad reaction to minoxidil and asks if anyone tried stemoxydine alone for hair loss. They consider trying stemoxydine with low dose topical finasteride after testing stemoxydine on a small area.

      community ZeroMino Product Minoxidilmax?

      in Product  1 upvotes 2 years ago
      New product on minoxidilmax contains adenosine, caffeine, niacinamide, melatonin, azelaic acid, and biotin. User asks if it works for hair loss.

      community 11 months on 5mg oral minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  976 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user's 11-month progress using 5mg oral minoxidil for hair loss. The user reported significant hair regrowth, including on the beard and eyebrows, and experienced minor side effects like headaches and increased body hair.

      community Minoxidil hack PSA for you all

      in Treatment  59 upvotes 1 year ago
      Switching from liquid to foam Minoxidil to avoid scalp irritation, with a method to melt the foam for easier application. Users discuss alternatives and personal experiences with Minoxidil, including issues with propylene glycol and different application methods.

      community GT-20029 should be much more superior than finasteride

      in Research/Science  44 upvotes 11 months ago
      GT-20029 is discussed as a potential hair loss treatment, with concerns about its safety and systemic absorption compared to finasteride. Users express skepticism about its effectiveness and safety, noting that it may not surpass existing treatments like finasteride and minoxidil.

      community Be careful with minoxidil, even if it's just foam.

      in Minoxidil  12 upvotes 1 year ago
      Minoxidil caused side effects like chest pain and tinnitus for the user, leading them to stop using it and consider switching to finasteride with microneedling. Other users shared similar experiences with minoxidil, while some reported no issues, highlighting varied individual reactions.

      community Spironolactone for hair loss??

      in Product  6 upvotes 3 years ago
      Hair loss treatments discussed include Minoxidil, Finasteride, and Spironolactone. One user shares success with Finasteride, Minoxidil, and low-dose Cyproterone Acetate, but warns against long-term use of oral anti-androgens.

      community Oral Minoxidil- Be Careful!!!!!

      in Minoxidil  417 upvotes 9 months ago
      Oral minoxidil can cause severe side effects, including heart issues, even at low doses. Users suggest starting with a lower dose or using topical treatments to minimize risks.

      community Feels bad man reading some of this posts

      in Treatment  31 upvotes 3 years ago
      Obtaining treatments for hair loss, such as Finasteride and Minoxidil, without a prescription in some European countries. Replies to the post included experiences of being able to obtain treatments through pharmacies without prescriptions.

      community Bicalutamide and muscles growth

      in Female  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 30-year-old woman with androgenetic alopecia is considering bicalutamide to slow hair loss but is concerned about its impact on muscle growth due to its anti-androgen effects. Alternatives suggested include dutasteride, spironolactone, RU58841, and minoxidil, with concerns about bicalutamide's side effects.

      community Is Stemoxydine not being made anymore???

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 6 months ago
      Stemoxydine, a hair loss treatment, is reportedly discontinued, with some users suggesting alternatives like a rebranded version with resveratrol that may enhance Minoxidil. Some users express dissatisfaction with the discontinuation and question the product's value.

      community Finasteride stopped working, I'm switching to oral Dutasteride

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  68 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user switched from Finasteride to topical Dutasteride, Pyrilutamide, and Minoxidil due to hair loss, then decided to switch to oral Dutasteride because of pregnancy concerns. They are considering the frequency of oral Dutasteride use, with suggestions of using it a few times a week for better results and fewer side effects.

      community Losing ground on 3x a week finasteride

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  3 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user is experiencing hair loss despite using finasteride three times a week due to side effects and is considering alternatives like topical finasteride, estrogen blockers, or dutasteride. They are also interested in potential treatments like GT20029 and pyrilutamide.

      community Dutasteride questions

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  5 upvotes 5 years ago
      Switching to dutasteride as a hair loss prevention treatment, along with minoxidil, dermarolling and nizoral shampoo, and the potential benefits and side effects of using finasteride and/or dutasteride in combination with topical anti-androgens like RU58841.

      community Purchasing and Shipping Alpecin DMG to the United States.

      in Product  3 upvotes 6 months ago
      A user is seeking help to purchase and ship Alpecin DMG to the United States due to issues with eBay sellers. They prefer Alpecin DMG over minoxidil because of concerns about minoxidil's effects on insulin production, as they have diabetes.

      community 6-month finasteride and minoxidil adventure

      in Progress Pictures  195 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user experienced increased self-confidence and interest from women after using 1.25mg finasteride and twice-daily minoxidil foam for six months, despite minor side effects like forgetfulness and slight gynecomastia. The user also noted no additional hair growth elsewhere except for using minoxidil on their mustache.

      community Opinion on the recent clascoterone breakthrough?

      in Treatment  3 upvotes 3 months ago
      Clascoterone has shown promising results in increasing hair density without systemic side effects, potentially offering benefits similar to finasteride. There is skepticism due to the lack of published photos despite the market interest.