How concerned should I be about the Testosterone (and thus resultant DHT) spike from Ashwagandha, as a Dutasteride user? Research/Science 3/22/2022
Ashwagandha may increase testosterone, which can convert to DHT and potentially affect hair loss, but using dutasteride should mitigate this concern. Users suggest that occasional Ashwagandha use is unlikely to impact hair loss significantly when on dutasteride.
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Finasteride may cause insomnia, and ashwagandha is suggested to help with sleep issues without significantly affecting testosterone or DHT levels. Users discuss personal experiences with sleep disturbances and suggest consulting a doctor if side effects persist.
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The user is considering taking ashwagandha while on finasteride to manage side effects, noting it reduces stress but may cause hair thinning. They are unsure if the thinning is due to ashwagandha or normal shedding from finasteride.
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The conversation discusses whether ashwagandha affects hair loss, with one user noting no increase in hair loss while using it and another suggesting it may help slow hair loss by reducing stress. The original poster is using finasteride daily and is concerned about ashwagandha's impact on hair loss.
community Starting With "Strut" Topical: Dut %0.1 + Min %7.5 + Tretinoin %0.0125 + Biotin (and more)
The user started a hair loss treatment with a topical solution containing 0.1% Dutasteride, 7.5% Minoxidil, 0.0125% Tretinoin, and Biotin, along with a multivitamin, Ashwagandha, CBD oil, Retinol, and Caffeine Solution. They experienced some shedding and scalp irritation, leading to a reduction in the use of the caffeine solution.
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