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      community Combining Topical and Oral Finasteride

      in General  82 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is considering combining 1mg oral finasteride with 0.1% topical finasteride due to reduced effectiveness after 5 years and is also using minoxidil twice daily. They previously tried dutasteride but stopped due to side effects and are hesitant to try RU58841.

      community FINASTRIDE and switch to DUTASTRIDE, my experience

      in Progress Pictures  145 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user shared their experience with Finasteride and Dutasteride for hair loss. They initially had success with Finasteride but switched to Dutasteride after experiencing shedding, which continued, and are now considering a hair transplant.

      community Very exited about Veradermics,

      in Research/Science  29 upvotes 1 month ago
      Veradermics is a promising new treatment for hair loss, essentially a repackaged version of Minoxidil. The user is optimistic about its potential effectiveness.

      community Pyrilutamide and RU alternatives?

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      Pyrilutamide is officially available for purchase, and users suggest Fluridil as an alternative topical anti-androgen. Some users report positive results with pyrilutamide from Koshine.

      community Reversing 8 years of hair loss. Dut is freaking magic!

      in Progress Pictures  4083 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user successfully reversed hair loss over 17 months using 0.5mg dutasteride and 5mg oral minoxidil daily, noting significant improvement without a transplant. Minor side effects like headaches and testicular discomfort were reported but resolved quickly.

      community For me, Dutasteride works. w/ Proof pictures.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  54 upvotes 1 year ago
      Dutasteride helped improve hair thickness and reduce crown visibility for the user, who experienced initial side effects like headaches and watery semen. The user takes Dutasteride every other day, costing $15 monthly, and advises consulting a doctor before starting the treatment.

      community Finasteride alternative close to fda approval in the US

      in Research/Science  57 upvotes 4 weeks ago
      Breezula, a topical treatment, is anticipated to be available in the US by mid-2027 as a potential alternative to finasteride with fewer systemic side effects. There is ongoing debate about its effectiveness and some users report similar side effects to finasteride.

      community Success without fin/dut??? Anyone? Please help :(

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 4 years ago
      The conversation discusses alternatives to finasteride for hair loss, including topical treatments like minoxidil, RU58841, CB-03-01, and dutasteride. Users also mention other options like alfatradiol, topical caffeine, and mesotherapy, while expressing concerns about side effects and the effectiveness of these treatments.

      community Two-year update - dut, min, niz, 1.5mm roller

      in Progress Pictures  513 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared a two-year update on their hair loss treatment using dutasteride (0.5mg/day), minoxidil (Kirkland topical foam 2x/day), a 1.5mm derma roller every other week, and a daily multivitamin with biotin. They reported significant hair regrowth with no side effects, emphasizing the importance of consistency and a healthy lifestyle.

      community My DHT levels while being on DUT for a year

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  33 upvotes 11 months ago
      The conversation discusses the ineffectiveness of tablet forms of dutasteride for hair loss due to poor absorption compared to soft gel capsules. It suggests switching to FDA-approved soft gel capsules for better results, as tablets may not adequately suppress DHT levels.

      community Dutasteride .5mg Results Timeline

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  14 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 21-year-old male switched from finasteride to 0.5mg dutasteride daily due to ongoing hair loss but has not seen improvement after 14 months, experiencing further thinning and recession. He is seeking feedback from other dutasteride users on their results after a similar duration.

      community Need advice on Dutastedride Usage

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user in their mid-20s is considering using oral Dutasteride, prescribed by a dermatologist, alongside topical Minoxidil, Finasteride, biotin, and zinc for hair loss. Other users suggest Dutasteride is more effective than Finasteride for regrowth, despite not being approved for hair loss in the U.S.

      community Dustaride and vitamins question?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  3 upvotes 1 year ago
      Dustaride doesn't require avoiding any vitamins, but checking vitamin D levels and supplementing if deficient is suggested. Hair vitamins are generally unnecessary unless there's a deficiency.

      community What happened to Pyrilutamide?

      in Technology  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      Pyrilutamide's 0.5% solution showed minimal improvement, while the 1% solution appears more promising but costly. The user is currently using finasteride and oral minoxidil and considering adding Pyrilutamide if effective and affordable.

      community Possibilities without Fin/Dut ?

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 3 months ago
      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 What is the next step for me? Help me bros. Dut 2.5 or RU?

      in Treatment  9 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user is experiencing hair loss and is considering increasing their dutasteride dosage or trying RU58841, but is concerned about the effectiveness and side effects. Other users suggest sticking with dutasteride 0.5 mg daily and adding oral minoxidil for better results.

      community VDPHL01 works really quickly .. apparently?

      in Research/Science  48 upvotes 2 months ago
      VDPHL01 shows faster and stronger hair growth compared to standard minoxidil, with no major side effects reported. Users discuss combining it with other treatments like dutasteride and finasteride for better results, while expressing skepticism about the effectiveness of PP405.

      community 7 Month Hair Progress (0.5 mg dut only, diffuse thinning)

      in Progress Pictures  720 upvotes 2 years ago
      An 18-year-old male switched from topical finasteride and minoxidil to oral dutasteride for diffuse hair loss and saw improvement without side effects, despite experiencing scalp itch and shedding. Commenters noted significant hair regrowth and were surprised by his young age and appearance.

      community Why not just take the drugs before hair loss?

      in Chat  123 upvotes 3 months ago
      Finasteride and dutasteride are discussed as preventative treatments for hair loss, with some advocating for early use and others concerned about side effects, especially before full maturity. Many regret not starting these treatments earlier due to their effectiveness in preventing or slowing hair loss.

      community Long term results are real: 11 years on fin. then dut. + min. then oral min. - first pic at 18 with massive miniaturization and the others last night at 29

      in Progress Pictures  761 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conclusion of the conversation is that the user, who has been using finasteride for 11 years and then switched to dutasteride and minoxidil, has experienced minimal side effects and significant hair regrowth. They also mention that side effects are rare and often related to other factors such as poor diet and low testosterone levels.

      community Thinking about using PP405 and RU58841

      in Research/Science  1 upvotes 5 months ago
      The conversation is about a person using dutasteride and minoxidil for hair loss, considering adding RU58841 and PP405 for more density. They are seeking advice on using these treatments and exploring other options like GT20029.

      community About those dutasteride studies 😒

      in Research/Science  24 upvotes 1 year ago
      Dutasteride studies for hair loss are often sponsored by GlaxoSmithKline, raising concerns about potential bias. Despite this, some users report positive results with dutasteride and oral minoxidil, while others remain skeptical of industry-funded research.

      community 11 years on only fin, it can work! 19yo - 30yo

      in Progress Pictures  212 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user shared progress pictures showing improvement in hair thickness over 11 years using only finasteride, taken three times a week, with no side effects. Commenters reacted positively, with one wishing they had started treatment earlier.

      community 4 months .5 Dut and 3 months 2.5 Minox update

      in Progress Pictures  24 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user reports positive results from using 0.5 mg dutasteride daily for four months and 2.5 mg oral minoxidil for three months, with no side effects. They switched from topical minoxidil to this oral combination.

      community 2 Months topical formulation Dut/Min

      in Progress Pictures  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user shared progress after two months using a topical formulation containing Dutasteride 0.25%, Minoxidil 5%, Cetirizine 1%, Melatonin 0.5%, Caffeine 2%, and Latanoprost 0.005%. The focus is on hair loss treatment results.