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      community What's going on with hmi115? The Phase 2 was concluded Nov2024 but no news

      in Chat  12 upvotes 6 months ago
      Hmi115, a prolactin receptor blocker, showed promise for hair growth, but results from Phase 2 trials have not been published. ABS-201, an AI-based analog, is expected to begin trials in December 2025, while commercialization of treatments like PP-405 is anticipated around 2027.

      community Hair not shedding but thinning on dut? Not a good sign imo.

      in Progress Pictures  47 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about a user concerned about hair thinning despite using finasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, and recently adding dutasteride. Most responses suggest there is no noticeable difference in hair loss, attributing concerns to paranoia, and recommend continuing the current treatment or adjusting expectations.

      community What hormones/vitamins should I test for?

      in General  51 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user plans to test for DHT, total testosterone, free testosterone, E2, SHBG, and prolactin while supplementing with vitamin D and monitoring ferritin levels. They are experiencing hairline thinning and are seeking advice on whether their approach is excessive or lacking.

      community Dutasteride during virilization?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 22-year-old is experiencing hair loss after transitioning from fem HRT to DIY testosterone therapy and is considering using Dutasteride while also taking Saw Palmetto. They are concerned about the impact on virilization and proper development.

      community Can topicals cause a never ending shed?

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user reintroduced RU58841 and noticed increased shedding and visible thinning. They have also been using dutasteride and oral minoxidil for 2 years.

      community Replicel, worthy of hype or probable disappointment? Questions thread

       5 upvotes 9 years ago
      The conversation discusses the potential of Replicel/Shiseido treatment for hair loss, questioning its effectiveness, whether it grows new follicles, and its market release timeline. It also compares Replicel to other competitors like Kyocera/RIKEN/Tsuji.

      community 3 year progress pics- minoxidil/dutasteride/PRP

      in Progress Pictures  117 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user shared their 3-year hair loss treatment progress using dutasteride, minoxidil, PRP, micro-needling, and vitamin D supplements, noting improvements and no side effects. They also discussed transitioning from finasteride to dutasteride and increasing minoxidil dosage, while considering the effectiveness of PRP and micro-needling with long hair.

      community Crystals in Minoxidil bottle

      in General  89 upvotes 1 year ago
      Minoxidil bottle developed crystals, possibly due to air exposure, but the trichologist advised not to worry. The user questions the advice, noting the lack of recommendations for finasteride or derma rolling.

      community Tazarotene shows strong standalone hair regrowth potential, not just a Minoxidil enhancer. Backed by VEGF, HF regeneration, and angiogenesis pathways. Here’s why.

      in Research/Science  133 upvotes 11 months ago
      Tazarotene shows potential as a standalone treatment for hair regrowth by stimulating new hair follicle formation and promoting angiogenesis, similar to microneedling effects. It can be used topically without minoxidil, but users should start with a low concentration to avoid irritation.

      community Tretinoin for some men(not all) can cause non-telogen effluvium hair loss

      in Research/Science  5 upvotes 11 months ago
      Tretinoin can cause non-telogen hair loss in some men by inducing catagen-like changes in hair follicles and through retinoid toxicity, especially when used with minoxidil. Some users report hair loss even when using retinoids on the face, while others experience benefits when combined with treatments like finasteride and minoxidil.

      community Thoughts on this 2-deoxy-D-ribose Topical?

      in Treatment  27 upvotes 1 year ago
      The post and conversation are about skepticism towards a new hair loss treatment containing 2-deoxy-D-ribose, copper peptides, and exosomes, with concerns about the legitimacy of the product and its website. The treatment's effectiveness and authenticity are questioned due to lack of testing and transparency.

      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 Phase 3 of pyrilutamide (kx-836) analysis of the efficacy

      in Research/Science  11 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses the less impressive results of Pyrilutamide (kx-836) in phase 3 compared to phase 2, with a suggestion that a longer study might show more significant results. One user reports personal success with Pyrilutamide, experiencing no further hair loss and gradual regrowth.

      community Dutasteride 1 year regression. Depressing. (With pictures for proof)

      in Progress Pictures  14 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user shared their experience of hair loss progression after one year on dutasteride, expressing disappointment with no improvement and considering other treatments like RU58841. Other users offered mixed responses, some seeing no change, others suggesting the hair loss might have been worse without treatment, and discussing the role of testosterone and DHT in hair loss.

      community 19 | 4-5 months Fin & Min update

      in Progress Pictures 4 years ago
      A user who has been using finasteride and minoxidil for 4-5 months with 5000 IU of vitamin D daily to treat their hair loss, resulting in impressive progress. Other users have given advice about adding Vitamin K2 to the regimen.

      community Treatments to maintain alternative to finasteride/dutasteride

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 4 years ago
      A 29-year-old male experiencing hair loss due to TRT is using minoxidil and dermarolling but is hesitant to use finasteride or dutasteride due to potential side effects. He is considering low level laser therapy (LLLT), PRP, ketoconazole shampoo, and oral minoxidil as additional treatments. A reply suggests that without a DHT blocker like finasteride or dutasteride, other treatments may not be effective long-term.

      community Will you guys be trying the time-release oral minoxidil when it comes out?

      in Chat  18 upvotes 1 month ago
      People are discussing the potential benefits and drawbacks of a new time-release oral minoxidil (VDPHL01) for hair loss, with considerations about its cost, efficacy, and side effects compared to current treatments like 2.5mg doses and topical applications. Some users express interest in trying it if it proves effective and affordable, while others are cautious due to potential side effects or are satisfied with their current regimen.

      community my dermatologist prescribed me two shampoos and vitamins hair

      in Chat  18 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 21-year-old experiencing hair loss was prescribed two shampoos and hair vitamins by a dermatologist who suggested seborrheic dermatitis as the cause. However, users in the conversation suggested the hair loss could be male pattern baldness (MPB), recommending monitoring the situation and considering finasteride as a treatment.

      community Dht kills hair, but no one says why?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  40 upvotes 9 months ago
      DHT affects hair follicles, contributing to hair loss, but the exact mechanism is unclear. Treatments like finasteride and minoxidil are used to manage hair loss, though they may have side effects and varying effectiveness.

      community GT20029 Will Replace Finasteride For Hair Loss

      in Research/Science  50 upvotes 1 month ago
      GT20029 shows promise as a topical treatment for hair loss, potentially replacing finasteride for some due to its low systemic exposure and ability to degrade androgen receptors. However, skepticism remains about its long-term efficacy and availability, with some users expressing doubt about new treatments consistently failing to reach the market.