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      community Very reluctantly starting Finasteride.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  84 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 23-year-old started taking 0.25 mg of Finasteride daily for hair loss after trying Minoxidil and derma rolling without success. People shared varied experiences with Finasteride, discussing potential side effects, effectiveness, and personal decisions regarding hair loss treatment.

      community Testosterone and Estradiol levels on 1 mg/day dutasteride

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  43 upvotes 7 months ago
      A 30-year-old man experienced significant hair regrowth and improved libido after using finasteride and dutasteride for androgenetic alopecia, with no adverse effects. He plans to reduce dutasteride dosage when trying to conceive and has been using topical minoxidil since 2015.

      community what's an effective natural dht blocker other than fin?

      in Chat  4 upvotes 4 years ago
      Curcumin, found in turmeric, may reduce DHT levels and hair loss, similar to finasteride, but without its side effects. However, natural DHT blockers are generally considered too weak to make a significant difference in hair loss.

      community Winlevi coming out in 2019

       14 upvotes 7 years ago
      The conversation discusses the potential release of Winlevi in 2019 by Cassiopeia for hair loss treatment. It suggests a regimen combining minoxidil, Winlevi, Nizoral, and possibly dermarolling, with a comment mentioning Breezula as an alternative to finasteride without side effects.

      community Anyone immediately lose hope for gt20029 when they realised it’s developed by kintor

      in Research/Science  8 upvotes 4 months ago
      The conversation discusses various hair loss treatments, including minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, pyrilutamide, alfatrodial, and nizoral, with a focus on the potential of new treatments like gt20029 and breezula. There is optimism about novel treatments that don't have systemic effects, although skepticism remains about the effectiveness of some new drugs.

      community The ANSM is trying to ban Finasteride

      in Research/Science  110 upvotes 11 months ago
      France is considering reviewing finasteride and dutasteride due to concerns about their safety, but a ban in the EU is unlikely due to regulatory hurdles. Many users express frustration over the potential ban, emphasizing the effectiveness of finasteride for hair loss and criticizing the influence of anecdotal evidence on public health policy.

      community Can finasteride affect on your muscle and other things?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses using finasteride topically for hair loss and concerns about potential side effects like feminization and impact on muscle growth. One person shared their experience with finasteride, indicating it increased testosterone and did not prevent them from gaining muscle or strength.

      community It's not just about your hair, it's also about YOU!

      in Chat  73 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user has been on Finasteride and oral Minoxidil for hair loss and experienced minimal side effects. They suggest that a healthy lifestyle, including good sleep, exercise, diet, skincare, and mental health care, may help reduce the perceived side effects of Finasteride, although another user disagrees, emphasizing that side effects can vary and may not be mitigated by lifestyle alone.

      community minoxidil only to maintain hair?

      in Minoxidil 2 years ago
      Minoxidil alone may not stop hair loss. Finasteride is recommended for androgenic alopecia, as minoxidil doesn't prevent DHT from miniaturizing hair follicles.

      community The truth about Dutasteride (w/ sources)

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  52 upvotes 3 years ago
      The effectiveness of Dutasteride compared to Finasteride in treating hair loss, with evidence given such as studies and experiences, as well as discussion around whether one should switch from Finasteride to Dutasteride. There is also a discussion on post-Dutasteride syndrome.

      community RU58841 or topical spironolactone??

      in Research/Science  4 upvotes 4 years ago
      The conversation is about choosing between RU58841 and topical spironolactone for hair loss treatment. The user is currently using a topical solution with minoxidil, alfatradiol, and progesterone, and is concerned about side effects and effectiveness of both RU58841 and spironolactone.

      community Shed from increased dose of dutasteride

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  3 upvotes 1 week ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically increasing the dose of dutasteride from 0.5 to 2.5 mg, and the resulting hair shedding. Users share mixed experiences, with some seeing improvement after shedding and others finding higher doses less effective.

      community Thoughts about ORAL ketoconazole? (pills)

      in Ketoconazole 3 months ago
      Oral ketoconazole is discussed as a potential hair loss treatment, but it poses significant health risks like liver damage and adrenal insufficiency. Users suggest safer alternatives like topical anti-androgens or spironolactone, emphasizing the importance of consulting a specialist.

      community 4 weeks in (dutasteride only).

      in Progress Pictures  76 upvotes 6 months ago
      A user experienced hairline improvement after four weeks on 1.5mg dutasteride but had side effects like reduced libido and sensitive nipples. They plan to switch to finasteride to manage these side effects.

      community Is the Ru58841 hype justified?

      in Treatment  18 upvotes 1 year ago
      RU58841 is debated for hair regrowth, with some users reporting no benefits and potential side effects, while others claim success when combined with dutasteride. Many suggest safer, well-researched treatments like finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss management.

      community New Study - Flavonoids More Effective Than Finasteride?

      in Research/Science  148 upvotes 2 years ago
      A recent publication suggests that the flavonoids eriocitrin and silymarin may be more effective than finasteride in binding to the enzyme responsible for hair loss. People in the conversation are skeptical about the effectiveness and safety of these flavonoids until tested on humans, and some discuss their personal experiences with other treatments.