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      community Crazy idea: creatine + topical finasteride

      in Chat  22 upvotes 4 years ago
      Using topical finasteride with creatine might help reduce hair loss by targeting local DHT while maintaining normal systemic levels, but results are uncertain without testing. Users report mixed experiences with topical treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, RU58841, and minoxidil, with some seeing regrowth and others experiencing side effects.

      community Seen Alfatradiol mentioned on here a few times recently and found this study - in case anybody is interested. Translated from German.

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 4 years ago
      Alfatradiol (0.025%) is an effective and safe treatment for androgenetic alopecia in both men and women, increasing anagen hair rates with minimal side effects. Users discuss its cost-effectiveness and ease of use compared to other treatments like finasteride and RU58841, with some combining it with stemoxydine and Minoxidil.

      community My progress for 1 year minoxidil and dutasteride mesotherapy

      in Progress Pictures  101 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user's progress using minoxidil and dutasteride mesotherapy to treat hair loss, with advice from other users on whether or not to continue the treatment. Suggestions included trying oral treatments such as finasteride and RU58841, and considering a hair transplant for more significant results.

      community Having Ru58841 mailed to my house

      in Research/Science  1 upvotes 3 months ago
      RU58841 can be ordered as a powder and compounded at home, but it should be stored at room temperature to avoid crystallization. Pyraulatmide may follow a similar principle.

      community Alternative keto shampoo to nizoral?

      in Ketoconazole  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about finding an alternative ketoconazole shampoo to Nizoral due to its strong smell, with suggestions including Intelligent shampoo and Sons brand. The discussion also touches on the effectiveness of ketoconazole for dandruff and hair loss, with some users recommending prescription options for higher concentrations.

      community What's the deal with Zinc and DHT?

      in Chat  47 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses the conflicting information about Zinc's effect on DHT and its role in hair loss. It mentions that Zinc can act as a 5AR inhibitor at high doses but may increase DHT if taken to correct a deficiency, and highlights the importance of nutritional balance for hair health.

      community Trinov 3 Months Results

      in Update  5 upvotes 7 years ago
      The user has been using Minoxidil for 4 years and recently added a derma pen and Trinov to their regimen, but results are inconclusive after 3 months. Some users suggest Trinov is ineffective and recommend alternatives like Clascoterone (Breezula) for better results.

      community 2 Months topical formulation Dut/Min

      in Progress Pictures  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user shared progress after two months using a topical formulation containing Dutasteride 0.25%, Minoxidil 5%, Cetirizine 1%, Melatonin 0.5%, Caffeine 2%, and Latanoprost 0.005%. The focus is on hair loss treatment results.

      community 5 months - Minox 5mg + Dutas 0,5mg

      in Progress Pictures  236 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth using a combination of oral minoxidil (5mg) and dutasteride (0.5mg) along with monthly mesotherapy injections. Despite the progress, the user plans to proceed with a hair transplant to address a receding hairline that hasn't fully responded to the treatment.

      community DLQ01: A Better "Minoxidil" PGF2a synthetic analogue.

      in Research/Science  3 upvotes 1 year ago
      DLQ01, a prostaglandin F2α analog, shows promise for hair growth by directly stimulating PGE2/PGF receptors without needing conversion, and can be combined with minoxidil and retinoids like tretinoin for enhanced effectiveness. Minoxidil's efficacy may be reduced by COX-1 inhibitors, but using prostaglandin analogs like Latanoprost or Bimatoprost can help maintain its effectiveness.

      community Thinking about signing up for the setipiprant clinical trials

       4 upvotes 8 years ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, with the original poster considering joining a clinical trial for setipiprant after experiencing side effects from finasteride and disinterest in minoxidil. Some users express skepticism about setipiprant's effectiveness, while others encourage participation in the trial for potential benefits.

      community Chlorine dioxide: An effective product?

      in Research/Science  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      Chlorine dioxide was discussed as a potential hair growth treatment, with a method involving spraying it on the scalp and covering it with a cap. Concerns were raised about its safety, comparing it to bleach.

      community 3 months of progress (10 year battle)

      in Progress Pictures  111 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user switched from Finasteride to oral Dutasteride 0.5mg and oral Minoxidil 2.5mg, along with microneedling and Nizoral shampoo, to combat hair thinning. They report progress but note limited improvement in the temples.

      community Confused re RU58841 checkout options

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride 1 year ago
      The conversation is about using RU58841 for hair loss, discussing the stability of the powder form and the need for a carrier solution like KB or PG + ethanol. The user is advised to mix RU58841 with stemoxydine and store it properly, while also considering safety precautions.

      community 8 months and 3 days of taking finasteride and minoxidil chews

      in Progress Pictures  352 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user experienced positive hair regrowth after 8 months and 3 days of using finasteride (1.2 mg) and minoxidil chews (3 mg) with no side effects. Other users discussed their experiences with similar treatments, including different dosages and forms, and shared advice on obtaining prescriptions.

      community How good is Minoxidil mixed with tretinoin

      in Minoxidil  3 upvotes 1 year ago
      Minoxidil combined with tretinoin may improve hair regrowth due to their synergistic effects. Using a gel with 0.025% tretinoin and antibiotics might still be beneficial.

      community 22m Dutasteride + Min + Ket 1 year

      in Progress Pictures  369 upvotes 7 months ago
      A 22-year-old male shared his one-year progress using dutasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo for hair regrowth, showing significant improvement. Users discussed the effectiveness of these treatments, with some confusion about ketamine, and shared their own experiences and questions about dosages and side effects.