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      community Oral minoxidil hypertension after stopping

      in General  48 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user switched from topical to oral minoxidil (5mg daily) a year ago, saw no improvement, and experienced chest pain and trouble sleeping after stopping. They are considering whether to resume and taper the dosage due to stress and anxiety.

      community Nest topical compound stack to fight hair loss

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user is seeking advice for the best topical treatment to combat their ongoing hair loss, despite already using oral dutasteride, RU-58841, and minoxidil. They are considering adding CB-03-01 or topical Spiro to their regimen to lower testosterone levels at the follicles.

      community Female, 30, PCOS diagnosis, MPB Norwood 2. Endo refuses to give anything other than Spironolactone. Feel like I’m at my wit’s end here.

      in Female  55 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 30-year-old female with PCOS and male pattern baldness is frustrated with her endocrinologist's recommendation of only Spironolactone and minoxidil, feeling that dutasteride, finasteride, and progesterone would be more effective. Other users suggest various online sources for treatments, warn against self-medicating due to potential risks, and recommend seeking a specialized endocrinologist or considering additional treatments like Inositol, Berberine, and dermaneedling.

      community Extreme hair and beard growth from Stemoxydine. Big 3 + 1?

      in Product  23 upvotes 5 years ago
      Using a combination of Stemoxydine, minoxidil, dutasteride, and keto shampoo to achieve extreme hair and beard growth. The user has experienced positive results with terminal hairs at the hairline and an increase in density to their stubble after several weeks of use.

      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 Finasteride for top elite athletes?

      in Chat  8 upvotes 1 week ago
      Finasteride does not negatively impact athletic performance and may slightly increase testosterone levels. It is banned in some sports like the NBA due to its potential to mask steroid use.

      community Joining clinical study for Clascoterone (Breezula)

      in Research/Science  7 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about a user considering joining a clinical study for Clascoterone (Breezula) after experiencing no results with topical finasteride and minoxidil, and side effects from oral finasteride. The user is seeking advice on clinical study participation and experiences.

      community Thinking about using PP405 and RU58841

      in Research/Science  1 upvotes 3 months ago
      The conversation is about a person using dutasteride and minoxidil for hair loss, considering adding RU58841 and PP405 for more density. They are seeking advice on using these treatments and exploring other options like GT20029.

      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 My nuclear skitzo hairloss stack

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  5 upvotes 1 month ago
      The conversation discusses a hair loss treatment regimen involving high doses of dutasteride, finasteride, and minoxidil, with concerns about safety and potential side effects. Users advise against the excessive use of these medications, suggesting more moderate approaches and consulting a doctor.

      community Comprehensive stack. Is it working?

      in Is this regrowth?  9 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is using a comprehensive hair loss treatment including oral dutasteride, minoxidil (both oral and topical), topical finasteride, RU58841, ketoconazole shampoo, and a derma roller, while also using anabolic steroids. Opinions vary, with some users noting stability or slight improvement, while others suggest the treatment may not be effective due to anabolic use.

      community DHT blockers for women, and your experiences with them?

      in Female  6 upvotes 5 years ago
      A user shared their experience with Spironolactone for hair loss, noting it stopped hair loss and cleared acne but had side effects like frequent urination and potential kidney damage. They also mentioned Bicalutamide as a potentially more potent DHT blocker with fewer side effects and asked for others' experiences with DHT blockers for women.

      community The urge to buy Clascoterone 5% solution

      in Research/Science  11 upvotes 4 months ago
      Clascoterone 5% solution is not yet commercially available, with only the 1% solution currently sold for acne. Users discuss the potential of Clascoterone as a hair loss treatment, comparing it to other anti-androgens like RU58841 and Eucapil.

      community Spironolactone VS dutasteride for female pattern hair loss

      in Treatment  7 upvotes 1 year ago
      Spironolactone is more potent and lowers testosterone and DHT, while dutasteride only impacts DHT. For female hair loss, checking hormones and considering treatments like oral minoxidil, spironolactone, or topical minoxidil is recommended.

      community 6 weeks on minox and dut, looks like some temple gains?

      in Progress Pictures  9 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about a person's 6-week progress using 2.5 mg oral minoxidil, 0.5 mg dutasteride, weekly derma stamping at 1.5 mm, and rosemary oil for hair loss, with some initial shedding but no side effects. They are optimistic about future results.

      community My Estradiol Level on Finasteride

      in Research/Science  18 upvotes 10 months ago
      Finasteride has no effect on the user's estradiol levels, and body fat may influence aromatization. The user is on testosterone replacement therapy and uses everyday injections to manage high RBC count, with plans to measure DHT, DHEA-S, and pregnenolone levels.

      community Is Stemoxydine a DHT blocker.?

      in Product  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      Stemoxydine is not a DHT blocker; it works independently to stimulate hair growth. Users discussed its function and clarified it does not block DHT.

      community 2024 vs today. Dutasteride 0.5mg and 5mg oral minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  91 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth using 0.5mg dutasteride and 5mg oral minoxidil, with fewer side effects compared to finasteride. They noticed improvements in hair thickness and hairline, despite intermittent use of performance-enhancing substances.

      community GT20029. Kintor Pharma’s Product

      in Research/Science  12 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation discusses GT20029, a compound by Kintor Pharma that degrades androgen receptors and is in trials, with potential as a hair loss cure. Another promising treatment mentioned is an antibody that blocks prolactin and has shown positive results in macaques.

      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 Are any of you using topical spironolactone ?

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user is using topical dutasteride, minoxidil, and spironolactone for hair loss, with positive results after adding spironolactone. Another user takes oral spironolactone, dutasteride, and finasteride, noting decreased libido but no major side effects.

      community Minoxidil + Gym + Cutting. Is it bad?

      in Minoxidil  40 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user is concerned about weight loss stagnation while using minoxidil and finasteride during a calorie-cutting diet. Responses suggest water retention or a weight loss plateau as possible causes.