Efforts to find a Canadian dermatologist in the US to prescribe H&W's topicalfinasteride for hair loss. The user is willing to fund a crowd-share effort to identify prospects.
The user is starting a hair loss treatment including topicalfinasteride/minoxidil, derma rolling, ketoconazole shampoo, vitamins, exercise, and quitting caffeine. They are seeking advice on derma roller needle size, potential side effects, and additional recommendations.
Topical spironolactone is more effective than topicalfinasteride for treating hair loss in both men and women. Oral spironolactone can affect testosterone, but the topical form doesn't impact the endocrine system.
A user reported significant hair regrowth after 4 months using finasteride and minoxidil, with no major side effects. They are considering oral minoxidil and use microneedling and ketoconazole shampoo.
A 26-year-old male has been using minoxidil and finasteride for two years, with added microneedling, but is concerned about worsening hairline and seeks advice on whether to continue treatment. A user suggests patience, as results can take 6-12 months, and the appearance of baby hairs might indicate regrowth.
The user is using finasteride, topicalminoxidil, derma rolling, ketoconazole shampoo, and multivitamins for hair regrowth. They also drink topicalminoxidil due to the unavailability of oral minoxidil, despite concerns from others about safety.
User discusses a topical hair solution containing Tretinoin, Dutasteride, and Ketoconazole, and asks if it's safe to combine and leave in hair. Concerns include Ketoconazole being left in hair and Tretinoin's effects with Dutasteride and Ketoconazole.
User sees subtle regrowth after two months using topical dutasteride, oral minoxidil, dermastamp, and oral castor oil. Others suggest waiting a few more months to properly evaluate results.
An 18-year-old with hair thinning is using minoxidil and considering stopping creatine due to concerns about increased DHT and hair loss. Opinions on creatine's impact are mixed, and the user plans to stop it until they can access topicalfinasteride.
User has been using minoxidil 6%, finasteride 0.3%, tretinoin 0.025%, and microneedling twice a week for 2.5 months. They are considering switching to oral treatments.
The conversation discusses a finding that a caffeine solution is as effective as 5% Minoxidil for hair loss. Specific treatments mentioned include caffeine solution and Minoxidil.
The regimen for hair loss includes topicalfinasteride, clascoterone, tretinoin, minoxidil, oral saw palmetto, beta-sitosterol, vitamin D, microneedling, and anti-fungal shampoo. Expected benefits are increased hair growth and density, with considerations for potential skin irritation and interactions between treatments.
The user plans to switch to oral finasteride and oral minoxidil due to insufficient results from PRP, topicalminoxidil, and mild DHT inhibitors. They seek advice on purchasing these medications from My.India, questioning its trustworthiness.
The user is happy with hair growth progress after using topicalfinasteride (0.1%) and minoxidil (7%) daily for over three months, despite some initial shedding. Other users discuss dosage, lighting in photos, and the effectiveness of topical versus oral treatments.
A user in Russia is trying to make topicalfinasteride at home using ethanol, finasteride tablets, water, and propylene glycol due to unavailability in their country. They are concerned about tablet residue and considering using isopropyl alcohol or adding finasteride to a hair growth lotion.
Topical dutasteride is considered more effective for hair regrowth with fewer side effects than oral finasteride. Users have mixed experiences, with some preferring topical applications for reduced side effects.
The user is considering a hair transplant and is using topicalfinasteride, minoxidil, antiandrogens, ketoconazole shampoo, and serenoa repens. They are deciding between surgeons Dogan Turan and Bruno Pinto, and are concerned about the technique and potential complications due to diffuse hair loss.
A 30-year-old male experienced hair shedding while using Minoxidil and Finasteride, with concerns about whether this is a normal shedding phase. Despite drastic hair loss, he continues the treatment, hoping for regrowth, and receives advice to maintain the regimen and consider lifestyle changes.
Using 1mg Finasteride and 5% Minoxidil for a year led to significant hair regrowth, despite initial side effects like decreased sex drive, which improved with exercise. Consistency in treatment was highlighted as crucial for success.
A user is deciding between oral and topicalfinasteride for hair loss, noting oral finasteride's ease of use but broader effects. Another user simply recommends oral finasteride.
After five years of no progress with hair regrowth using oral finasteride and topicalminoxidil, a person switched to a combination of topical dutasteride, minoxidil, tretinoin, ketoconazole, and hydrocortisone in November 2023 and finally saw results. They had previously experienced side effects like gynecomastia from finasteride.
The user stopped taking oral finasteride due to depression and now uses a topicalfinasteride/minoxidil mix with some scalp irritation. They plan to start derma stamping and have seen some improvement in their hair over three years, which others have noticed and encouraged them to continue their efforts.
Bryan Johnson uses a custom hair loss treatment that includes topicalfinasteride, minoxidil, azelaic acid, diclofenac, tea tree oil, rosemary oil, ginkgo biloba, biotin, and melatonin, which have shown varying degrees of effectiveness with minimal side effects. He also undergoes PRP and laser therapy, and has tried dutasteride mesotherapy.
A user experiencing aggressive hair loss is considering starting treatment with finasteride and minoxidil. Others suggest various treatments including dutasteride, topicalminoxidil with finasteride, and microneedling, with mixed experiences and emphasis on not delaying treatment.
This user "ateaninja" has been using finasteride and minoxidil for 14 months along with weekly micro-needling for the last 5 months to treat hair loss. They also have a trusted barber to make their existing hair look fuller.
A user's plan to use Zix and topicalfinasteride (5AR inhibitors) for hair loss, followed by blood testing before/after. The user has suggested creating a fund to cover part of the cost of their blood tests. Replies to their post discuss the effectiveness of the treatments.
Significant hair regrowth was achieved using finasteride and 2.5mg oral minoxidil over a year, despite initial shedding. The treatment is recommended, though it may cause increased heart rate and body hair growth.
User shared progress pictures showing significant hair regrowth using a compounded solution of Minoxidil 10%, Finasteride 0.1%, Biotin 0.2%, and Latanoprost 0.005%. They reported no side effects and are satisfied with the results.
User uses Costco brand Minoxidil as a hair product for styling and hold. Others agree that foam version is better for styling and less greasy than liquid.