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a potent but unapproved and potentially problematic topical anti-androgen
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a JAK inhibitor for alopecia areata and other autoimmune conditions
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research The direct inhibitory effect of dutasteride or finasteride on androgen receptor activity is cell line specific
Dutasteride and finasteride affect different cell types differently.
research What does androgenetic alopecia have to do with COVID‐19? An insight into a potential new therapy
Androgenetic alopecia linked to COVID-19 severity; drugs reducing androgen receptor activation may help.
research 5α-Reductase Inhibitors Do Not Prevent the Development and Progression of Urothelial Cancer: In Vitro Evidence
5α-reductase inhibitors don't stop bladder cancer from developing or getting worse.
research β-Nicotinamide Mononucleotide Promotes Cell Proliferation and Hair Growth by Reducing Oxidative Stress
NMN could potentially treat hair loss by reducing oxidative stress and improving cell health.
research New Target for Minoxidil in the Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia
Minoxidil may work for hair loss by reducing androgen sensitivity and altering hormone-related enzymes.
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5 / 29 resultscommunity What happens if you combine dutasteride and a aromataze inhibitor?
Combining dutasteride and an aromatase inhibitor may increase testosterone levels significantly, potentially enhancing athletic performance but also posing health risks like elevated blood pressure and worsened cholesterol. The user is experimenting with dutasteride, anastrozole, minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo to manage hair loss and estradiol levels, while monitoring side effects and hormone levels.
community Could KX-826 become an alternative to finasteride in the future?
KX-826 is being considered as a potential alternative to finasteride for hair loss, but it is not expected to be more effective. Combining KX-826 with finasteride and minoxidil may provide better results than using it alone.
community Does anyone use alfatradiol? Does it do anything at all??
Alfatradiol is considered a mild treatment for hair loss, often used alongside other treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride. Users report it helps maintain hair but is not effective for regrowth on its own.
community Why is everyone not directly advised Dutasteride?
Dutasteride is less commonly prescribed for hair loss because it is not FDA-approved for this purpose, unlike finasteride, which is more accessible and preferred due to fewer side effects. Dutasteride may be more effective in reducing DHT but has a longer half-life and potentially more significant side effects.
community I really hate how current hair loss treatment only rely on DHT blockers
The conversation discusses dissatisfaction with current hair loss treatments that mainly focus on DHT blockers like finasteride and dutasteride. Alternative treatments mentioned include RU58841, pyrilutamide, minoxidil, rosemary oil, and future possibilities like hair cloning.