Minoxidil is extremely toxic to cats, even in small amounts, and can be fatal. Switching to oral minoxidil is safer for cat owners, but precautions should still be taken to prevent exposure.
In this conversation, people discussed how Minoxidil and Finasteride can be toxic to cats if ingested. It was highlighted that even when being careful with application, there is still a risk of poisoning due to the potential for contact between fur/hair and the substances.
A recent publication suggests that the flavonoids eriocitrin and silymarin may be more effective than finasteride in binding to the enzyme responsible for hair loss. People in the conversation are skeptical about the effectiveness and safety of these flavonoids until tested on humans, and some discuss their personal experiences with other treatments.
A user experienced significant hair regrowth using dutasteride without side effects, starting with finasteride and not using minoxidil or dermarolling. They attributed success to a unique genetic response to DHT blockers but did not share their full regimen, frustrating others.
A 22-year-old is using a hair loss treatment protocol including dutasteride, microneedling, 10% minoxidil, 0.1% finasteride topical, a healthy diet, and a hair multivitamin. Users discuss the effectiveness of microneedling and the intensity of the treatment.
The user has been using topical minoxidil with other ingredients and oral finasteride, but its effectiveness has decreased. They are considering switching to oral minoxidil after experiencing side effects with dutasteride.
RU-58841 does not dissolve well in common Minoxidil solutions due to water content, requiring a 70/30 ethanol/propylene glycol mix. Users report using separate solutions for RU-58841 and finasteride/Minoxidil for better results.
A 33-year-old is considering using Minoxidil and Dutasteride for hair loss but is hesitant due to concerns about long-term commitment and side effects. They are advised to consider starting with topical treatments to assess their response.
The conversation is about adding a low dose of pyrilutamide to a hair loss treatment regimen. Specific treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
The conversation discusses the safety and cost of 2.5mg Dutasteride, and the potential for increased DHT reduction by combining Dutasteride with topical Finasteride. The original poster is currently using 0.5mg Dutasteride, 1.25mg oral Minoxidil, and a topical treatment, and is considering increasing the dosage to maximize results while avoiding less known treatments like RU58841.