DHT is higher on DUT than on FIN. Why? Finasteride/Dutasteride 9/12/2023
The conversation discusses the fluctuation of testosterone levels in men under 40 and the difference between serum DHT and scalp DHT. It also mentions that DHT levels are higher on Dutasteride than on Finasteride, which is unusual.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity 14 months on Fin, Total T 899, serum DHT 276 — high total T may still drive scalp DHT even when blood levels look controlled
A 23-year-old male has been using finasteride and topical minoxidil for 14 months with slight improvement, but recent shedding led him to switch to a new minoxidil formulation without success. He is considering using topical RU58841 or dutasteride to better address scalp DHT, as his bloodwork shows high total testosterone and mid-range DHT levels.
community DHT/Testosterone levels in scalp Fin VS Dut.
Dutasteride raises scalp testosterone by 99%, which may not be ideal for those sensitive to all androgens. Some argue finasteride's balancing act might be better, while others believe dutasteride is superior for hair regrowth.
community How much scalp dht does dutasteride 1mg, 1.5mg, and 2mg block?
Dutasteride at 0.5mg blocks 50% of scalp DHT, while higher doses like 1mg and 2.5mg block more, with 2.5mg blocking up to 80%. Some users report better results with lower doses, and there's confusion about the effectiveness of different dosages on scalp versus serum DHT.
community Is it sufficient to block scalp DHT topically, or is it also necessary to reduce serum DHT? (My Question is Elaborated Below)
Topical finasteride can be as effective as oral finasteride for hair regrowth with fewer systemic side effects, but precise dosing is essential. Combining oral dutasteride with topical finasteride is not recommended due to dutasteride's stronger inhibition.
community How to reduce scalp DHT as much as possible?
The conversation discusses reducing scalp DHT to prevent hair loss, with a focus on using dutasteride, finasteride, and other treatments like RU58841 and minoxidil. It highlights the challenges of managing hair loss while on high testosterone levels, suggesting that dutasteride may be more effective than finasteride in such cases.
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