A physician experienced hair thickening and new growth using microneedling and minoxidil, but stopped using topical finasteride due to side effects like reduced libido and erectile dysfunction. The physician plans to continue with microneedling and minoxidil, considering finasteride nonessential for cosmetic purposes.
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.
Doctors are testing verteporfin topically for healing and potential regeneration after transplants. The user is asking how it is formulated for topical use, such as if it's mixed with a carrier gel.
Breezula (clascoterone) initially performed better than finasteride for hair loss but then effectiveness decreased almost back to baseline after 6 months, raising questions about its strength.
The conversation discusses various treatments for hair loss, including finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, microneedling, and checking for nutrient deficiencies. Some users suggest adding hydrocortisone butyrate, low-dose progesterone, or tretinoin to treatment regimens, while others recommend cosmetic solutions like Toppik hair fibers or shaving the head.
Oral minoxidil is causing significant blood pressure fluctuations and increased heart rate, leading the user to consider switching to topical minoxidil and tretinoin. The user plans to consult a cardiologist and is likely to stop using oral minoxidil.
Finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil are discussed as effective hair loss treatments, with mixed opinions on their use and side effects. The conversation highlights a divide between supporting medical treatments and accepting baldness.
Tazarotene's potential to enhance Minoxidil conversion, similar to Tretinoin, is questioned. Users discuss the lack of information and seek further details.
A user experienced severe side effects, including heart issues, after taking oral minoxidil without consulting a doctor. They are now considering alternatives like dutasteride, PRP, or laser treatments for hair loss.
Orsobalorso took 2.5mg oral minoxidil daily for a year but saw little improvement and stopped due to potential side effects and cost. They also tried finasteride, dutasteride, dermarolling, RU58841, keto, alfatradiol, and stemoxydine, with mild improvement from finasteride.
Bryan Johnson uses Dutasteride, Latanoprost, Minoxidil with Tretinoin, and other unproven treatments, while Derek uses Finasteride, Minoxidil, Nizoral, RU58841, and Castor Oil. Kevin uses Finasteride, Minoxidil, RU58841, and Alfatradiol, but is against Nizoral and microneedling, preferring Tretinoin for absorption.
Inflammation plays a significant role in hair follicle miniaturization and androgenetic alopecia, with treatments like ketoconazole shampoo, minoxidil, and finasteride being used to address it. Users discuss the benefits of anti-inflammatory treatments and peptides like KPV, alongside traditional hair loss treatments, to improve scalp health and hair quality.
A user has been using topical minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss but is considering switching to oral minoxidil due to the inconvenience of topical application. Another user cautions that switching forms may cause shedding and that oral minoxidil may have different side effects and results.
A 25-year-old uses oral minoxidil, dutasteride, and a shampoo with minoxidil and ketoconazole for hair loss, experiencing progress and increased body hair. Users discuss the effectiveness of these treatments, with some suggesting that dutasteride is primarily responsible for hair thickening.
The user switched from finasteride and topical minoxidil to dutasteride and oral minoxidil, questioning the effectiveness and safety of continuing RU58841. They experienced hair loss improvement initially but are now considering stopping RU58841 due to cost and safety concerns.
Topical finasteride can effectively reduce scalp DHT by targeting local enzymes, despite less systemic impact compared to oral forms. Combining oral dutasteride with topical finasteride and minoxidil may enhance hair loss prevention, though evidence of its effectiveness is limited.
The conversation discusses using aromatase inhibiting supplements like DIM and Grape Seed extract while on finasteride for hair loss treatment. Users share their experiences and opinions on combining these supplements with finasteride.
Pyrilutamide and RU58841 are androgen receptor antagonists that block receptors without significantly reducing testosterone or DHT levels. Any indirect effect on androgen levels is likely negligible.
The conversation discusses using scalp antiandrogens like RU58841, pyrilutamide, or fluridil on the face to reduce sebum production, noting that clascoterone (winlevi) is an approved facial antiandrogen with underwhelming reviews.
P-1075 is a more potent hair growth agent than Minoxidil, but it poses significant heart risks, making it unsafe for use. Despite promising results in macaques, concerns about its cardiotoxicity in rats have halted its development.
The user, on testosterone replacement therapy, found finasteride and minoxidil ineffective for hair loss. They are trying a new topical gel with dutasteride, tretinoin, and a higher concentration of minoxidil, and plan to document the results.
The conversation is about using natural DHT blockers like pumpkin seed oil and saw palmetto extract for hair loss. The user has been using minoxidil, derma rolling, vitamin D, and biotin but is considering finasteride next.
The conversation discusses using latanoprost for hair loss treatment. Participants also mention Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 as other treatments.
Isoflavones from soybeans may help limit estrogen's effects on the body, potentially preventing gyno. However, surgery is the only way to remove gland enlargement.
Setipiprant and bimatoprost are being discussed as potential future treatments for hair loss. Some individuals have started testing setipiprant before FDA approval, but no progress updates are available yet.
Tretinoin may enhance minoxidil absorption, potentially improving hair regrowth when combined with microneedling. Users discuss various treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, and microneedling, with mixed results and concerns about side effects and scarring.
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.