mild scalp irritation after starting ru‑58841, any tips?

Posted by tara_ketogen in Safety & Side Effects - 1 points, 0 comments.

hey folks, i’m new to the whole topical anti‑androgen game and started using ru‑58841 about two weeks ago for my thinning crown. i mixed 75 mg into a simple alcohol‑water carrier and apply it every night after washing my hair. i’ve noticed a bit less shedding, which is cool, but after the third night I woke up with a dry, slightly itchy spot right where I usually put the bulk of the solution. it’s not a full‑blown rash, more of a mild irritation that feels a bit tight and flaky by morning.

i’ve tried swapping to a jojoba‑based base and cutting the dose in half, but the irritation kinda persists, just less intense. i’m wondering if this is a common early‑stage reaction, or if i’m somehow getting too much concentration in the vehicle. also, should i be rotating application sites or maybe do a short break each week? any other users who’ve dealt with this and found a smoother routine would be super helpful. thanks!

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