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      community Information regarding Follicusan DP?

      in Product  3 upvotes 2 years ago
      Follicusan DP is discussed as a potential alternative to Minoxidil without side effects, but information is scarce. It is noted to be of German origin and details on its mechanism are limited.
      16 advice on routine I’m beginning

      community 16 advice on routine I’m beginning

      in General  126 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing hair thinning and bald spots, using Nizoral, rosemary oil, fluocinolone, and receiving PRP treatments. They are considering oral minoxidil and finasteride but are hesitant due to age and financial constraints.

      community How long do you keep ru-58841 on?

      in Product  1 upvotes 8 months ago
      The conversation discusses the application of RU58841 for hair loss, with the user applying 1.75 mg at 5% concentration for half an hour daily. The user mentions managing seborrheic dermatitis while using this treatment.

      community Almost 7 months of Topical Fin + Min

      in Progress Pictures  349 upvotes 6 months ago
      A 24-year-old shared their 7-month progress using a topical solution of finasteride 0.1%, minoxidil 5%, and hydrocortisone butyrate 0.08%, along with ketoconazole shampoo, to treat hair loss, reporting no side effects and noticeable hair improvement. They also take vitamin D and biotin supplements, use a dermastamp, and manage Hashimoto's without thyroid medication.

      community Homemade topical dutasteride/finasteride

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  5 upvotes 6 months ago
      The conversation discusses making homemade topical solutions of dutasteride or finasteride using tablets, with suggestions to use alternatives like MinoxidilMax or stemoxydine due to difficulties in formulation. Some users recommend sticking to oral pills for effectiveness and ease.

      community 4 Months Topical Fin/Min + Oral Min

      in Progress Pictures  18 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user is using a regimen of topical Minoxidil and Finasteride, oral Minoxidil, and a thickening shampoo and conditioner. They report no side effects except increased body hair, which they don't mind.

      community 9 months on topical fin/min spray

      in Progress Pictures  864 upvotes 3 years ago
      User experienced significant hair improvement after 9 months using topical fin/min spray. Noticed positive changes around 3-month mark and chose topical treatment due to fewer side effects.

      community Pyrilutamide application questions

      in Treatment  3 upvotes 3 years ago
      Sprocketshead asks if pyrilutamide can be applied with minoxidil, and inquires about its consistency and odor. They want to know if it's more high maintenance than topical minoxidil.

      community 3.5 Month Progress on Fin + Minox

      in Progress Pictures  79 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user is happy with their hair regrowth progress using 1mg Finasteride daily and 5% Minoxidil foam twice a day, with added vitamin D to combat potential side effects. They report no significant side effects and wish they had started the treatment earlier.

      community I wrote a poem about pp405 (potential treatment)

      in Satire  19 upvotes 1 year ago
      A poem humorously suggests hope for a new hair loss treatment, PP405, while users debate the effectiveness and side effects of current treatments like Finasteride. Concerns are raised about Finasteride's side effects, especially for young users, and skepticism about new treatments is expressed.
      If You Have DUPA, PLEASE READ THIS: Everyone Should Be Scalp Biopsied

      community If You Have DUPA, PLEASE READ THIS: Everyone Should Be Scalp Biopsied

      in Research  830 upvotes 1 year ago
      Scalp biopsies are crucial for diagnosing hair loss conditions like Diffuse Unpatterned Alopecia (DUPA) and retrograde hair loss, as treatments like finasteride and dutasteride may not be effective if other conditions are present. Combining PPAR-GAMMA agonists with retinoids could improve treatments for conditions like Lichen Planopilaris.

      community 8 mo fin, 2mo min, 2mo vitamin D

      in Progress Pictures  45 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user shared progress pictures after 8 months of finasteride, 2 months of minoxidil, and 2 months of vitamin D. The post shows significant hair improvement despite some light differences in the photos.

      community I think microneedling before topical application of finasteride (or dut) is a path we should investigate (for those of us who don't care about systemic absorption). Here's why...

      in Microneedling  20 upvotes 9 months ago
      Microneedling before applying topical finasteride or dutasteride may enhance their effectiveness by increasing local absorption in the scalp, despite concerns about systemic absorption. Users discuss combining this method with oral treatments and minoxidil, noting potential benefits and side effects.

      community Peak efficacy ($18 for a 4 month supply)

      in Minoxidil  14 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses a hair loss treatment regimen involving a homemade topical solution of Minoxidil and Tretinoin, combined with Finasteride and microneedling. Users share advice on Tretinoin application, emphasizing gradual use to avoid skin irritation.

      community MinoxiBoost - SULT1A1 Enzyme booster journey

      in Minoxidil  7 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user has tried topical Minoxidil and oral Minoxidil for beard and scalp hair growth with minimal results, and has been on Finasteride for 7 months with stabilized scalp hair but no facial hair improvement. They are considering using a SULT1A1 enzyme booster to enhance results and are questioning its effectiveness without concurrent topical Minoxidil application.

      community Additional topical products for hair growth

      in Product  1 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user switched from topical to oral finasteride and is seeking additional topical treatments for hair growth besides minoxidil. They are aware of stemoxydine and caffeine solutions and are asking for more recommendations.

      community spironolactone pills to topical

      in Research/Science  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      Crushing spironolactone pills and combining them with minoxidil for topical application may be effective for hair loss, with the addition of finasteride suggested. Adding rosemary and peppermint oils can help mask the unpleasant smell.

      community 1.5 Month Photo Update in Similar Light

      in Progress Pictures  82 upvotes 2 years ago
      The post and conversation are about a user's hair loss progress after 1.5 months of using topical finasteride, minoxidil, a dermaroller, and various oils/supplements. The responses are positive, noting visible improvement and encouraging continued use for even better results.

      community 6 months of hair loss. 0.5mg dutasteride daily, minoxidil topically nightly, nizoral shampoo a few times, vitamin D has been optimized for several weeks, now starting Zinc supplementation

      in Update  13 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 27-year-old male experiencing increased hair loss despite using 0.5mg dutasteride daily, minoxidil nightly, and optimizing vitamin D, is considering zinc supplementation and seeking a dermatology referral. Concerns about potential shedding, thyroid levels, and zinc dosage are discussed, with advice to monitor and avoid over-supplementation.

      community Low topical fin + 0.5% pyrilutamide

      in Research/Science  2 upvotes 3 months ago
      Using a combination of low-dose topical finasteride (0.025%) and 0.5% pyrilutamide for hair loss, with a focus on minimizing side effects. The user seeks experiences and results from others who have tried this combination.

      community Is S5 plus cream an okay alternative to finasteride?

      in Finasteride  4 upvotes 9 years ago
      The conversation discusses using S5 plus cream (Spironolactone, Alfatradiol, and Tempol) as an alternative to finasteride for hair loss, with concerns about its effectiveness and potential systemic absorption. The original poster already uses 5% minoxidil and is seeking alternatives due to fears of finasteride's side effects.

      community Base for topical finasteride - without min

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 2 months ago
      The conversation is about creating a topical finasteride solution without minoxidil, using an alcohol-based base like ethanol. The discussion includes using finasteride in powder form and mentions adding ingredients like glycerol, salicylic acid, or castor oil.