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90-120 / 1000+ resultscommunity Im looking for a topical to add to my current stack
The user is considering adding a topical treatment to their current regimen of finasteride and oral minoxidil to protect their temple area, with options like piro, RU58841, or topical finasteride or dutasteride. They are advised against overcomplicating their treatment, but another user suggests a topical with 8% minoxidil/dutasteride for better results.
community Using Topical Minoxidil And Pyrilutamide Together
Mixing 1ml of topical Minoxidil and Pyrilutamide (2ml total) together in a container and applying immediately is being discussed. The concern is whether this method degrades or compromises the efficacy of either compound.
community Pyrilutamide and RU alternatives?
Pyrilutamide is officially available for purchase, and users suggest Fluridil as an alternative topical anti-androgen. Some users report positive results with pyrilutamide from Koshine.
community Tried Fin/Min..Gave me bad sides..what options do I have now?
The user experienced heart palpitations from using Fin (0.1%) and Min (10%) and is seeking alternatives. Options suggested include PRP or Mesotherapy, with a recommendation to try topical Fin without Min.
community Has anyone used e-surgery topical fin/min/tretinoin spray?
The conversation is about a topical spray containing finasteride, minoxidil, and tretinoin, with users discussing its effectiveness compared to more established brands. One user mentions using a product with 5% minoxidil, 0.15% finasteride, and 0.15% tretinoin.
community Can I use topical steroid along finasteride to reduce scalp inflammation and hairloss?
The user asks if finasteride can be used with the topical steroid betamethasone dipropionate to reduce hair loss and scalp inflammation. The discussion revolves around combining these treatments for better results.
community Is Tretinoin (.1%) + Topica Dutasteride (.1%) + Ketoconazole (2%) in one topical solution safe?
User discusses a topical hair solution containing Tretinoin, Dutasteride, and Ketoconazole, and asks if it's safe to combine and leave in hair. Concerns include Ketoconazole being left in hair and Tretinoin's effects with Dutasteride and Ketoconazole.
community Retinol or tretnoin with minoxidil?
Combining retinol or tretinoin with minoxidil for hair loss treatment. Users discuss the potential benefits and effectiveness of this combination.
community Painkillers May Block Minoxidil
Painkillers like Aspirin may reduce Minoxidil's effectiveness by inhibiting the enzyme PGHS-1, which is crucial for hair growth. Using NSAIDs that inhibit COX-2 or combining Minoxidil with PGF2/E2 analogues or retinoids may enhance its efficacy.
community Deciding between oral & topical min. Please post photos of Hypertrichosis
User deciding between oral and topical minoxidil, concerned about hypertrichosis and myocarditis interaction. They're using topical finasteride, LLLT, natural oils, dermastamping, and scalp massage, and considering adding oral minoxidil.
community Tretinoin help. Slight burning and lots of peeling
User is using minoxidil with tretinoin 0.025% and experiencing peeling and burning on the scalp. They are unsure if it's effective or if they are using it too frequently.
community Topical Fin +Min dose correction
A user experiencing side effects from a 5% minoxidil and 0.1% finasteride topical solution for hair loss reduced their dosage due to numbness and pain in the lower body and is seeking advice on dosage and alternatives like redensyl. They are concerned about the side effects of both medications and are considering adjusting the dose or switching treatments.
community Seen Alfatradiol mentioned on here a few times recently and found this study - in case anybody is interested. Translated from German.
Alfatradiol (0.025%) is an effective and safe treatment for androgenetic alopecia in both men and women, increasing anagen hair rates with minimal side effects. Users discuss its cost-effectiveness and ease of use compared to other treatments like finasteride and RU58841, with some combining it with stemoxydine and Minoxidil.
community Using Fin and Alfatradiol in conjunction?
User considers adding Alfatradiol to their topical finasteride treatment for hair loss. Others discuss Alfatradiol as a weak estrogen and 5α-reductase inhibitor used for pattern hair loss in men and women.
community Retinol substitute for Tretinoin
The user is seeking a substitute for Tretinoin to enhance the effectiveness of Minoxidil for hair loss. They are considering using Retinol as an alternative.
community Anti inflammatories as an adjunct treatment
Anti-inflammatories like curcumin, quercetin, and vitamin E may help with hair loss when used alongside treatments like finasteride and dutasteride. Ketoconazole is also noted for reducing scalp inflammation and improving scalp health.
community Can Tazarotene Upregulate Minoxidil Conversion Like Tretinoin?
Tazarotene's potential to enhance Minoxidil conversion, similar to Tretinoin, is questioned. Users discuss the lack of information and seek further details.
community Alfatradiol 1% study rebuttal.
Alfatradiol is often discussed at a 1% concentration, but studies typically use 0.025%. Some users report success using it as a topical treatment alongside other hair loss treatments like finasteride.
community Topical Prednisolone as hair loss treatment?
A user is concerned about using Alpicort, which contains Prednisolone and Salicylic Acid, for male pattern baldness. They are unsure if it will help or worsen their condition and are seeking advice.
community Serioxyl / Stemoxydine no longer available
community Would Verteporfin potentially work for scarring alopecia?
Verteporfin is discussed as a potential treatment for scarring alopecia. Minoxidil is suggested as an alternative treatment.
community Using liquid cetirizine as a topical?
The conversation discusses using liquid cetirizine as a topical treatment for hair loss. It mentions Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 as other treatments.
community MY ANECDOTAL REPORT ON SAFETY OF ALFATRADIOL AND FLURIDIL COMBINED WITH FINASTERIDE! COMPOUNDS APPROVED FOR MPB IN THE EUROPEAN UNION (i cant comment on the efficacy, cause i am on other treatments)
The safety of combining alfatradiol and fluridil with finasteride as a potential treatment for male pattern baldness, which is approved in the European Union. Other treatments such as minoxidil and RU58841 were also discussed.
community DIM + Calcium d-Glucarate (lowering Estrogen)
Using DIM and Calcium D-Glucarate to reduce finasteride side effects. Discussion includes dosage, brand, and product effectiveness.
community Pyrilutamide and Topical Fin/Min
Pyrilutamide should be applied before topical minoxidil and finasteride, allowing time between applications to prevent degradation from water. Users discuss the order and timing of applying these treatments for hair loss.
community Have to stop min after 3 years, diagnosed with heart murmur
The user must stop minoxidil due to a heart murmur and is considering alternatives like nanoxidil or stemoxydine while continuing dutasteride. Suggestions include adding pyrilutamide and alfatradiol or switching to topical minoxidil at a lower concentration.
community Minoxidil + Tretinoin if you suspect you have low sulfotransferase enzyme activity
Minoxidil may not be effective due to low sulfotransferase activity, and the user considers adding tretinoin to the regimen. They are unsure about the timing and combination with microneedling.
community Thinking of crushing bicalutamide/spiro or any other test suppressant in my topical fin min mix. What do yall think?
The conversation is about adding crushed bicalutamide or spironolactone to a topical mix with finasteride and minoxidil to suppress testosterone in hair follicles, similar to what RU58841 does. The user cannot obtain RU58841 in their country and is seeking advice on this alternative approach for hair loss treatment.
community Anti Fibrosis and Calcification regimen?
The user experienced no improvement in hair loss with finasteride and minoxidil but had side effects. They plan to add wounding, scalp massage, vitamin K, and taurine supplements to their regimen and seek feedback on these additions.