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medication used to treat high blood pressure and glaucoma

Timolol is a medication primarily used to treat high blood pressure and glaucoma, a condition that increases pressure in the eye. It is a beta-blocker, which means it works by reducing the heart rate and the production of aqueous humor in the eye, thereby lowering blood pressure and intraocular pressure.

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community Topical 5% minoxidil vs compounded topical spray

in Minoxidil 3 upvotes 1 month ago

A user is considering switching from regular 5% minoxidil foam to a compounded 5% minoxidil spray with added caffeine, melatonin, and tretinoin for easier application and potentially better results. Another user mentions that tretinoin can enhance minoxidil's effectiveness by converting it to its active form.

community What is worth dissolving in topical minoxidil solution?

in Treatment 3 upvotes 1 year ago

Switching from minoxidil foam to topical solution and considering adding caffeine, melatonin, or cetirizine. Currently using 2.5mg oral minoxidil and 1mg oral finasteride, planning to ask for 0.5mg oral dutasteride and 5mg oral minoxidil.

community DIY Minoxidil mix with Fin, Caffeine, Cetirizine, and Melatonin?

in Treatment 4 upvotes 11 months ago

A user plans to create a custom topical solution by adding finasteride, caffeine, cetirizine, and melatonin to a minoxidil bottle, questioning the stability and effectiveness of this mix. Concerns include potential crystallization and solution muddiness with added ingredients.

community Any experiences with pyrrolidinyl diaminopyrmidine oxide (marketed as triaminodil, nanoxidil, vividine, but NOT aminexil/kopexil, it's something different) when compared to minoxidil?

in Minoxidil 1 upvotes 3 years ago

The conversation discusses the use of pyrrolidinyl diaminopyrmidine oxide (triaminodil) compared to minoxidil for hair loss treatment. The user is considering switching from 5% minoxidil to a product containing 5% triaminodil.

community Reminder to add melatonin to your topical solutions (or to min if you take fin orally)

in Treatment 5 upvotes 2 years ago

Adding melatonin to minoxidil can improve hair growth and thickness, and it's easy to use with minimal side effects. The recommended concentration for melatonin in the solution is between 0.05% and 0.2%.

community Can I use trichosol minoxidil before sleep?

in Minoxidil 3 upvotes 4 months ago

The user applies 2ml of a lotion containing 5% minoxidil, 0.3% finasteride, hydrocortisone butyrate, and cetirizine before bed, but it leaves a residue on the scalp. Another user suggests reducing the amount to 1ml, as 2ml results in a high finasteride dosage.

community minoxidil without propylene glycol?

in Minoxidil 5 upvotes 1 year ago

Minoxidil without propylene glycol is sought to avoid dermatitis, with Rogaine foam and Tecflox suggested as alternatives. Users discuss using foam to prevent irritation and suggest heating it for easier application.

community Trichosol, polyethylene glycol, and DMSO

in Minoxidil 3 upvotes 2 years ago

The user experiences irritation from alcohols in minoxidil and is considering alternatives like trichosol mixed with polyethylene glycol or DMSO. They seek advice on the best nonirritating option.

community Any topical melatonin users here ?

in Treatment 4 upvotes 3 years ago

The conversation discusses using topical melatonin for diffuse thinning and mentions treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. The user is seeking advice on whether melatonin could help with their condition.

community 1.5 years topical minox 0.5 ml twice (just temples) + 0.5 mg oral finasteride daily.

in Progress Pictures 664 upvotes 7 months ago

The user experienced hair regrowth and improved hair quality using topical minoxidil on temples and oral finasteride daily. They also noted thicker eyebrows and some side effects like minor erectile dysfunction.

community Reminder to add melatonin to your topical solutions (or to min alone if that’s the only topical you take)

in Treatment 5 upvotes 2 years ago

Adding melatonin to topical hair loss treatments like Minoxidil can promote thicker hair growth, with the only side effect potentially being improved sleep. Melatonin is affordable and easy to mix into solutions.

community thoughts on this approach to topical fin that I want to try?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 2 upvotes 1 year ago

User plans to switch from oral to .005% topical finasteride, using a solvent from minoxidilmax and later Essengen-F. They will monitor DHT levels and seek advice on solvents and sleep caps.

community How to mix topical cetirizine with minoxidil?

in Treatment 1 upvotes 2 years ago

The conversation discusses combining topical cetirizine with minoxidil for hair loss treatment and inquires about the safety and absorption through the skin, as well as the possibility of adding melatonin.

community A vehicle for powdered melatonin

in Treatment 6 upvotes 4 years ago

The conversation is about using topical melatonin for hair loss and seeking advice on a safe mixing solution or pre-mixed product. Specific treatments mentioned are minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

community Follivera - Doctor recommended this as an minox alternative, does the ingredients make sense

in Treatment 2 upvotes 1 month ago

A doctor recommended Follivera as a minoxidil alternative, but users are skeptical, suggesting minoxidil, finasteride, or dutasteride for hair loss. Some users mention adenosine and piroctone olamine as potentially helpful ingredients.

community Have to stop min after 3 years, diagnosed with heart murmur

in Minoxidil 4 upvotes 1 month ago

The user must stop minoxidil due to a heart murmur and is considering alternatives like nanoxidil or stemoxydine while continuing dutasteride. Suggestions include adding pyrilutamide and alfatradiol or switching to topical minoxidil at a lower concentration.

community How are you using topical melatonin?

in Treatment 1 upvotes 2 years ago

The user is experimenting with topical melatonin for hair loss by dissolving melatonin tablets in a solution, but is having trouble with dissolution and is curious about others' methods of application and any effects on energy levels. They mention considering mixing with minoxidil but have not done so, and suggest that melatonin is best used at night.

community Temple revival. Dropping Oral min.

in Chat 4 upvotes 10 months ago

The user experienced negative side effects from oral minoxidil, including cardiac issues and excessive sweating, and decided to switch to topical minoxidil while using other treatments like RU58841, Setipiprant, Azelaic acid, and latanoprost. Another user suggested splitting the oral minoxidil dose to reduce side effects.

community Topical - Lantoprost .01%, MIN 10% DUT .05%, Hydrocortisone 1% Progrestron .025%

in Treatment 6 upvotes 8 months ago

A user was prescribed a topical treatment for hair loss including Latanoprost, Minoxidil, Dutasteride, Hydrocortisone, and Progesterone, after using an oral Minoxidil and Finasteride combo without significant results. Concerns were raised about the long-term use of hydrocortisone, with suggestions to consult a doctor regularly.

community Topical melatonin instead of fin

in Research/Science 7 upvotes 2 years ago

A 22-year-old man has been using topical melatonin for a year to slow hair loss and it appears to be effective. He's seeking alternatives to finasteride due to potential side effects, and is interested in understanding how melatonin works to prevent hair shedding.

community I just came across an ad for a product that I'd never seen called HairMDL.

in Product 2 upvotes 1 month ago

A product called HairMDL includes Minoxidil, Dutasteride, Latanoprost, caffeine, Tretinoin, and Triamcinolone. Users are curious about its effectiveness and safety, particularly regarding the topical steroid Triamcinolone.

community Best brand of topical melatonin?

in Product 9 upvotes 3 years ago

People are using topical melatonin for diffuse thinning and retrograde alopecia. They are discussing the best brands and application methods.

community Finally got hold of 0.1% latanoprost

in Treatment 6 upvotes 2 months ago

The conversation is about a user obtaining a compounded treatment for hair loss, including 0.1% latanoprost, 0.2% melatonin, and 1% cetirizine. The user also uses 2.5 mg dutasteride, 5 mg minoxidil, and RU58841 daily, and is at Norwood 2.

community What do you think about this prescription

in Treatment 2 years ago

The user visited a trichologist due to ineffective topical finasteride treatment for hair loss. The trichologist recommended a new regimen including a two-month course of locoidon (cortisone 0.1%), followed by a solution containing minoxidil, hydrocortisone butirrate, estrone, progesterone, tocopherol acetate, trichosol, and transcutol.

community Topical bimatoprost or latanoprost

in Product 11 upvotes 1 year ago

OP is considering adding topical bimatoprost or latanoprost to their hair loss treatment, which already includes oral minoxidil, and is seeking reliable sources for these products. Users discuss the effectiveness and sourcing of these treatments, with some using bimatoprost for both hairline and eyelashes, and others planning to use latanoprost mixed with finasteride.

community 5mg or 2,5mg oral minoxdixil?

in Minoxidil 67 upvotes 5 months ago

Starting with 5 mg of oral minoxidil for faster initial results, then reducing to 2.5 mg to maintain progress. The user seeks opinions on this approach.

community TH07 by Triple Hair entering phase III trial

in Research/Science 1 month ago

A new topical treatment, TH07, combining finasteride, latanoprost, and minoxidil, is entering phase III trials with promising early results. Some users express skepticism, noting the treatment uses existing products.

community the ordinary retinol & minoxidil

in Minoxidil 13 upvotes 1 year ago

Using retinol with minoxidil may not be as effective as tretinoin, but retinaldehyde or adapalene could be alternatives. A micro-roller with minoxidil is suggested for better results.

community EU topical melatonin recommendations?

in Treatment 6 upvotes 4 months ago

The conversation discusses recommendations for using topical melatonin for hair loss treatment. It also mentions Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 as other treatments.

community Topical solution recommendation

in Treatment 2 upvotes 9 months ago

The user is using finasteride 1mg every other day and seeks a topical solution excluding minoxidil. They are considering various combinations of ingredients like finasteride, dutasteride, and tofacitinib, with options for nourishing oils and other additives.