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      community Any experience with Laduora massage brush

      in Technology  3 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about the effectiveness of the Laduora duo massage brush for hair regrowth using vibration and red light, and whether the vitamin gel pods make sense. Specific treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 are not mentioned.

      community Regenera & Exosomes – Do They Actually Work?

      in Treatment  7 upvotes 1 year ago
      Regenera Activa and exosome therapy are discussed for hair loss treatment, focusing on their effectiveness for regrowth, thickening, or reducing shedding. Users are seeking experiences and results from these treatments.

      community Does water reduce finasteride efficacy?

      in General  59 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about whether dissolving finasteride in water affects its effectiveness. The user is concerned about the impact of water on the medication's efficacy over five days.

      community Is oral minoxidil f***ing me up?

      in General  269 upvotes 6 months ago
      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.

      community Retin-a (tretinoin) increase effect of minox

      in Minoxidil  27 upvotes 7 years ago
      The conversation discusses how applying topical tretinoin for 5 days can convert 43% of individuals who initially do not respond to minoxidil into responders, enhancing the effect of minoxidil on hair growth. Specific treatments mentioned are minoxidil and tretinoin.

      community venting about lack of visible results from the treatment

      in Chat  20 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is frustrated with the lack of visible hair regrowth after 7-8 months of using finasteride and minoxidil, despite initial vellus hair growth. Others suggest patience, switching to oral minoxidil, or using additional treatments like dermastamping, microneedling, and red light therapy.

      community Oral Minoxidil - The Hyper-Responder Concept

      in Research/Science  5 upvotes 8 months ago
      Minoxidil's effectiveness varies due to genetic differences in the SULT1A1 enzyme, affecting how well it converts to its active form, minoxidil sulfate. Hyper-responders may experience rapid hair growth and increased side effects, such as pericardial effusion, even at low doses.

      community Taking ashwagandha with finasteride

      in Chat  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      Ashwagandha is used to reduce stress and improve sleep, while finasteride is taken for hair loss. Users report positive effects from ashwagandha and mixed results from finasteride, with some experiencing a slight dip in libido.

      community Solution vehicle used by compounding pharmacy

      in Research/Science  1 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user is using 0.1% dutasteride, 1% minoxidil with 2% procapil and 0.005% caffeine in the morning, and 1% minoxidil with 2% procapil and 0.01% tretinoin at night. They are concerned about the solution vehicle's effectiveness in preventing systemic absorption and ensuring the products stay around the hair follicles.

      community Fin working well but dull orgasm

      in Update  21 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 31-year-old experienced significant hair regrowth after switching to oral Finasteride but reported dull orgasms as a side effect. Users suggested waiting for the body to adjust, reducing the dosage, or switching to topical Finasteride to manage side effects.

      community Topical Fin 0.1% 5% min 7 months review

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  4 upvotes 4 years ago
      Using topical finasteride 0.1%, minoxidil 5%, and melatonin for 7 months reduced hair loss significantly, with increased libido and decreased stress tolerance. The user applies the solution once daily, uses nizoral twice weekly, and takes vitamin D and ZMA supplements.

      community Lowering dose of Oral Minoxidil?

      in Minoxidil  108 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user plans to lower their oral minoxidil dose from 5 mg to 2.5 mg to reduce side effects like puffiness and hypertrichosis, while also using finasteride and accutane. They are considering caffeine serums for puffiness and discussing dietary changes or switching to topical minoxidil to address bloating.

      community Since there is so much hype for cosmeRNA and HMI-115...

      in Chat  44 upvotes 3 years ago
      Exploring different treatments for hair loss, such as cosmeRNA and HMI-115 which are small interference messenger RNA that inhibits the DHT receptor and an antibody that binds to the prolactin (PRL) receptor respectively; and researching mechanism and environment of hyperresponders.

      community Stoped minoxidil 5 weeks ago and still bloated

      in Minoxidil  175 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user stopped using minoxidil 5 weeks ago due to facial swelling, which initially subsided but then returned. Despite a healthy lifestyle and normal test results, the user is concerned about the persistent bloating.

      community Finasteride does deplete important nuero-active steroids

      in Research/Science  9 upvotes 2 years ago
      Finasteride can reduce neuroactive steroids, causing side effects like depression, anxiety, and sexual dysfunction. Some users experience persistent symptoms after stopping finasteride, while others use alternative treatments like topical solutions.

      community Veradermics VDPHL01: why isn’t anyone talking about it?

      in Treatment  42 upvotes 1 year ago
      Veradermics' new hair loss treatment, VDPHL01, is likely a modified release oral minoxidil, which has received $75 million in funding for clinical trials. Despite skepticism about investing in a known treatment, some believe it could offer improved efficacy and reduced side effects.

      community Oral minoxidil causes me stronger heart beat

      in Minoxidil  64 upvotes 10 months ago
      Oral minoxidil can cause a stronger heartbeat, which may lessen over time, but if it persists or worsens, consulting a professional is advised. Reducing the dose or switching to a topical form might help.

      community Trestolone (MENT) as a nuclear treatment

      in Treatment  99 upvotes 3 years ago
      Experimenting with trestolone as a treatment for hair loss in an attempt to avoid DHT-related treatments such as finasteride and dutasteride, and discussing the potential effects of its receptor selectivity on the androgen receptors in the scalp.

      community Rejected for the 2nd time for the VDPHL01 Clinical Trials (believe it or not!)

      in Chat  12 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user was rejected from participating in a clinical trial for an extended-release oral Minoxidil due to having rheumatoid arthritis, despite initially being accepted. They had stopped using Dutasteride and Minoxidil to qualify but continued using other treatments like RU58841 and red light therapy.

      community Are these signs of possible regrowth?

      in Is this regrowth?  6 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user is using RU58841 for hair regrowth on the temples and is considering adding minoxidil. They are questioning the potential for vellus hairs to develop into fuller hair and the possibility of reactivating dormant follicles.

      community Verteporfin test long term results

      in Treatment  16 upvotes 3 years ago
      Testing the effectiveness of Verteporfin as a potential treatment for hair loss, with users discussing their thoughts on its long-term results. Treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841.

      community Minoxidil and fine lines / ageing

      in Minoxidil  4 upvotes 8 years ago
      Minoxidil may cause fine lines and dark circles, but effects might be reversible with retinol. Users report mixed experiences, with some noticing skin changes and others not.