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      community Compounding for topical formulations?

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 2 years ago
      The post discusses the high cost of a topical hair loss treatment from Happy Head, which contains finasteride, minoxidil, retinoic acid, and hydrocortisone. The user is seeking cheaper alternatives, specifically asking if there are compounding pharmacies that can recreate the same or similar formulation.

      community Opinions on LLLT? Is it useless after stopping it?

      in Treatment 1 year ago
      Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) is considered expensive and may not provide significant benefits, with some users suggesting alternatives like finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling. Many users report limited success with LLLT and similar treatments, recommending more proven options instead.

      community 24 weeks of treatment. Best decision of my life

      in Progress Pictures  919 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 32-year-old male used 1.25mg oral finasteride daily and 1ml topical minoxidil twice daily for 24 weeks, experiencing improved skin and hair growth with initial side effects that resolved after three weeks. He plans to try dermastamping to address a stubborn cowlick area.

      community after several weeks of research, here's the stack I've decided on

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  43 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 23-year-old experiencing diffuse hair thinning has chosen a treatment stack including topical finasteride, a blend of rosemary, peppermint, and pumpkin seed oils, procyanidine B2 spray, ketoconazole shampoo, and scalp massages. They avoid minoxidil due to family history of side effects and oral finasteride due to high estrogen levels.

      community [28yo] 5 months treatment. Oral fin , trop Minox and derma pen

      in Minoxidil  24 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 28-year-old user shared their positive experience with hair loss treatment using 1mg oral finasteride daily, topical minoxidil nightly, and weekly dermapen sessions. They reported increased confidence despite minor side effects like dandruff and gray hair.

      community My protocol for combatting hair loss

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 4 years ago
      The conversation is about a hair loss treatment protocol involving microneedling, finasteride, RU58841, minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and a scalp massager with oils. Some users advise starting with fewer treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling to avoid potential side effects.

      community Solution for male pattern baldness

      in Treatment  241 upvotes 6 months ago
      A new hair loss treatment claims a 539% improvement over placebo, but skepticism remains due to lack of substantial evidence and reliance on percentage figures. Users discuss the effectiveness of existing treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride, expressing doubt about the new solution's impact.

      community 6 months in: Possible changes to treatment plan

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 21-year-old male has been on a hair loss treatment for 6 months using finasteride, oral minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo, with slight improvement noted by his dermatologist. He is considering adding topical spironolactone, switching to dutasteride, increasing minoxidil dosage, or trying PRP injections for better results.

      community What is the consensus on RU58841 powder vs topical?

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is considering using RU58841 and pyrilutamide for hair loss, debating between powder and topical forms, and is currently using a combination of dutasteride, finasteride, minoxidil, tretinoin, and supplements. They report no significant side effects from finasteride and dutasteride, and are seeing some hair growth, but not on the scalp.

      community Possibilities without Fin/Dut ?

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user experiences severe side effects from finasteride and dutasteride, including low libido and anxiety, and is currently using oral minoxidil despite shortness of breath. They are seeking alternative treatments for hair loss, having tried pyrilutamide, fluridil, and RU58841 with no success, and are considering future treatments or a hair transplant.

      community Question about Ru58841 regarding the dose

      in Treatment  3 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 21-year-old with diffuse thinning hair is considering RU58841 due to side effects from topical finasteride and is asking for the lowest effective dose and time to see results from RU58841 users.

      community 17M Need y’all’s help with topical I was prescribed and what action to take

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 17-year-old male experiencing significant hair loss is using a prescribed topical treatment containing Minoxidil, Tretinoin, Dutasteride, and Latanoprost. He expresses concerns about the potential side effects of Dutasteride and oral Finasteride, and seeks advice on whether to continue with the treatment or consider alternatives.

      community Proposed Alternative stack to fin/min combination

      in Treatment 1 year ago
      A user proposed an alternative hair loss treatment stack using topical caffeine, copper, microneedling, and red light as a natural option for those experiencing side effects from finasteride or minoxidil. Other users expressed skepticism, emphasizing that finasteride and minoxidil remain the most effective treatments, while the proposed alternatives are unlikely to provide long-term results.

      community Pre Finasteride Treatment, is testing for free DHT necessary?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation is about whether testing for free DHT is necessary before starting Finasteride for hair loss, despite having other hormone tests available. One person suggests that genetic response to DHT is more important than DHT levels and advises starting Finasteride without the free DHT test.

      community Topical Finasteride strength discussion

      in Research/Science  65 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses the effectiveness of different concentrations and dosages of topical finasteride on scalp and serum DHT levels, comparing it to oral finasteride and noting the side effects seem to be fewer at lower dosages. Participants shared experiences and referenced a chart indicating similar scalp DHT reduction with 0.025% topical finasteride as with 1mg oral finasteride, but with fewer side effects.

      community Peptide Therapy -> GHK-CU, ZN-Thumulin, PTD-DBM

      in Research/Science  4 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about the use of peptide therapies for hair loss, specifically GHK-CU, ZN-Thymulin, and PTD-DBM. The user is seeking feedback on the effectiveness of these treatments from those who have tried them.

      community Microneedling + topical fin/min: how to structure the routine?

      in General  78 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user is using a topical spray containing finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole, and biotin for hair loss and plans to add weekly dermastamping, starting with a needle length of 0.6mm. They seek advice on the safety of combining these treatments, the impact of skipping one dose weekly, and the frequency of replacing the dermastamp.

      community Wanting to switch from topical to oral

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user is considering switching from a topical hair loss treatment to oral medication. They currently use a topical solution with Minoxidil, Dutasteride, Finasteride, Tretinoin, and Ketoconazole and are seeking advice on transitioning to oral Dutasteride and Minoxidil.

      community Ghk-cu + c60 + saw palmetto oil

      in Treatment  5 upvotes 6 years ago
      The conversation discusses using GHK-Cu, C60, and saw palmetto oil as treatments for hair loss. Specific treatments mentioned include Minoxidil (Min), Finasteride (Fin), and RU58841 (RU).