If you had to abandon DHT blockers, what’s next? Treatment 1/1/2026
Users discuss alternatives to DHT blockers for hair loss, suggesting minoxidil, microneedling, natural DHT blockers, and scalp massages. Some explore RU58841, ketoconazole, hair transplants, and hair systems due to side effects from finasteride and dutasteride.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Has been on minoxidil for 5 years. Microneedling for 4 weeks no results.
The user has used minoxidil for five years and added microneedling for four weeks without seeing results. They are considering a hair transplant but are advised that hair loss will persist without a DHT blocker.
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Minoxidil alone is often insufficient for treating hair loss because it doesn't address the DHT-related cause. Combining it with finasteride, a DHT blocker, is generally more effective.
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The conversation discusses the effectiveness of natural remedies like scalp massages and oils for hair loss, with some users advocating for proven treatments like minoxidil and finasteride. The original poster prefers natural methods, while others argue that pharmaceuticals are more effective in combating hair loss.
community Have we become too obsessed with DHT??
Focus on scalp health, not just DHT suppression, is crucial for hair regrowth. Effective treatments include Hair Restoration shampoo, LLLT laser cap, microneedling, and topical finasteride.
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