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      community Creatine and ru-58841 experiences?

      in Chat  1 upvotes 9 months ago
      RU58841 is preferred over finasteride for blocking DHT on the scalp, especially for those with aggressive MPB. Creatine is associated with increased hair shedding, even when using RU58841.

      community Extremely potent catalyst for Minoxidil

      in Minoxidil  5 upvotes 6 years ago
      Using Megatek with minoxidil significantly increases hair growth, especially vellus hairs, but is less effective alone. Biotin and ketoconazole shampoo are also used to support hair health.

      community 10 weeks results, minox+1mg fin M25

      in Finasteride  35 upvotes 8 years ago
      A user shared their 10-week progress using Minoxidil and 1mg Finasteride daily, reporting no side effects and increased sex drive. Replies praised the noticeable improvement in hair thickness and hairline definition.

      community Advice needed - Is it safe to use this rosemary oil without diluting?

      in Microneedling 2 months ago
      The conversation discusses whether rosemary oil can be applied directly to the scalp without dilution, with some users suggesting it is already diluted and safe to use. However, many emphasize that treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride are more effective for hair loss, while rosemary oil is seen as less effective or a placebo.

      community Histamine intolerance and topical treatments

      in Treatments  66 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experiences histamine intolerance with alcohol-based hair loss treatments like Rogaine foam and seeks alternatives. Suggestions include alcohol-free and PPG-free topical minoxidil or finasteride, and trying Spectral products with different solvents.

      community Reaction to Minoxidil Foam version

      in Minoxidil  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      User experienced itching, redness, and hives from Minoxidil foam and is questioning if they are allergic to Minoxidil or another ingredient. They have switched to oral Finasteride.

      community Laser Diode Cap, I already use Oral Fin, Topical Min 5%, Nizoral and Microneedling

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user is seeking advice on maximizing hair growth while using oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, Nizoral, and microneedling, and is considering adding a laser diode cap, topical finasteride, retinol, and caffeine. Suggestions include using tretinoin with minoxidil for better absorption, switching to dutasteride, and considering RU58841 or pyrilutamide.

      community I am Transitioning to Oral Minoxidil after 3 years

      in Treatment  13 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation is about transitioning from topical to oral Minoxidil for hair loss treatment, with additional use of Finasteride and Dutasteride. The user reports no side effects from oral Minoxidil and hopes for better results despite experiencing shedding during treatment changes.

      community Trinov seems to be working.

       21 upvotes 7 years ago
      Minoxidil initially worked but then failed. Trinov has significantly reduced shedding and shows promising results.

      community Microneedling + Peppermint

      in Advice  12 upvotes 6 years ago
      The conversation discusses using microneedling and peppermint oil as an alternative treatment for hair loss, with the original poster having previously experienced side effects from finasteride and minoxidil. Another user mentions mixing peppermint oil with jbco (Jamaican black castor oil) for hair growth and also experiencing side effects from minoxidil.

      community Once daily topical Min, weekly 1.5 mm dermarolling

      in Progress Pictures  35 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user has been using 5% minoxidil once daily and microneedling with a 1.5 mm dermaroller weekly for three months, considering increasing minoxidil usage but avoiding finasteride due to libido concerns. Another person suggests considering other treatments like RU58841, alfatradiol, topical finasteride, clascoterone, or saw palmetto since not using a DHT blocker could be less effective.

      community Both oral and topical minoxidil. Any other experiences?

      in Minoxidil  1 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user is using oral and topical minoxidil, along with dutasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, fish oil, pumpkin seed oil, B complex, and other treatments, seeking better hair regrowth results. They are frustrated with the lack of substantial regrowth despite an aggressive routine and are asking for advice on using both forms of minoxidil.

      community Oral Minoxidil Experience (2 months, 1 week in)

      in Minoxidil  7 upvotes 4 years ago
      The user shared their experience with oral minoxidil for hair loss, noting initial shedding but some improvement in hair thickness and coloration. They also use dutasteride, RU58841, topical minoxidil, a laser hat, dermapen, Nizoral, caffeine shampoo, castor oil, vitamins, and MSM tablets.

      community Oral Minoxidil Secret Very important

      in Minoxidil  237 upvotes 10 months ago
      Oral minoxidil can cause side effects like shortness of breath and constipation, which may be reduced by taking it in the morning. Some users experience no side effects, while others switch to topical treatments or adjust their dosage and timing to manage symptoms.

      community Can I switch from Min to Nanoxidil?

      in Minoxidil  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is considering switching from Minoxidil to Nanoxidil due to severe fatigue while continuing with Topical Finasteride and oral Dutasteride. They hope to maintain hair gains without the side effects of Minoxidil.

      community Oral min 2.5mg closing in on 3 months

      in Progress Pictures  372 upvotes 3 years ago
      _the_orange_box_'s experience using oral minoxidil, with discussion about finasteride and the potential side effects of both treatments. Other users shared their own experiences related to hair loss treatments.

      community Minoxidil is NOT an Anti-androgen. No.

      in Research/Science  43 upvotes 6 months ago
      Minoxidil is not an anti-androgen; it is a growth stimulator and does not lower DHT like finasteride or dutasteride. Minoxidil can cause side effects like facial swelling and anxiety due to its vasodilator properties.

      community 9 Months 0.5 mg Dut + 2.5 mg oral Minox

      in Is this regrowth?  29 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user experienced hair regrowth after 9 months using 0.5 mg dutasteride and 2.5 mg oral minoxidil, with initial shedding that reversed by the third month. The user reported no side effects and felt good overall.

      community Minoxidil (3 months) & Finasteride (2 months) Update. 23M

      in Progress Pictures  534 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about a 23-year-old man's positive experience with hair regrowth using oral finasteride (1mg daily) and topical minoxidil (twice daily), with initial side effects including zero libido and watery semen that resolved except for the semen consistency. He also used dermarolling initially but stopped due to brittleness.

      community This is all I’ll use to beat the Norwood reaper

      in Treatment  7 upvotes 11 months ago
      The conversation discusses a hair loss treatment regimen including 5% minoxidil, 2.5mg oral minoxidil, 1mg finasteride, tretinoin cream, derma stamping, derma rolling, scalp massagers, and a mix of vitamins and minerals. The user also considers using maca and adapalene, with advice on potential scalp irritation and the effectiveness of these treatments.