Planning to take a break from Fin for a 2 months then start with Pyrilutamide - What hormone levels to test? Treatment 3/5/2023
The user plans to pause finasteride for two months to test its effects on mood and productivity, then switch to Pyrilutamide while monitoring hormone levels. Concerns are raised about potential hair loss and the effectiveness of Pyrilutamide compared to finasteride.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Dutasteride absolutely nukes hair DHT
Dutasteride significantly reduces DHT levels, potentially more effectively than finasteride, and is used to treat hair loss. Some users report side effects like reduced libido and mood changes, while others experience hair regrowth and increased testosterone.
community Any treatment not nuking systemic DHT levels?
Hair loss treatments that avoid significantly lowering systemic DHT levels, focusing on topical options like dutasteride mesotherapy, minoxidil, and ketoconazole. The user is exploring alternatives like KX-826 and RU58841 due to concerns about hormone levels.
community Possibilities without Fin/Dut ?
The user experiences severe side effects from finasteride and dutasteride, including low libido and anxiety, and is currently using oral minoxidil despite shortness of breath. They are seeking alternative treatments for hair loss, having tried pyrilutamide, fluridil, and RU58841 with no success, and are considering future treatments or a hair transplant.
community Why is the general consensus that if you can’t tolerate 5AR Inhibitors you’re “cooked”?
Alternatives to finasteride for hair loss include minoxidil, alfatrodial, fluridil, pyrilutamide, and Nizoral. These treatments may not be as effective as finasteride but can help slow hair loss progression.
community Why is sexual functioning the main concern? Fin/dut can affect cognition and mood, arguably being more important
Finasteride and dutasteride can affect sexual function, cognition, and mood. Alternatives like minoxidil, pyrilutamide, and alfatradiol have varied effectiveness and side effects.
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