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      community Pyrilutamide ,the molecule’s true nature

      in Research  302 upvotes 1 year ago
      Pyrilutamide is a selective AR antagonist with a high binding affinity, making it effective in competing with DHT for androgen receptors. The 1% concentration is more effective than the 0.5%, but the latter may suffice for mild hair loss; the drug is considered a good option for those avoiding 5AR blockers due to side effects.

      community Are these all the anti androgen products?

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation lists hair loss treatments including finasteride, dutasteride, RU58841, pyrilutamide, breezula, and fluridil, and suggests ketoconazole as another option. Some users warn against using certain treatments like cyproterone acetate, bicalutamide, and spironolactone due to their strong anti-androgen effects and potential impact on masculinity.

      community What are the 'safer' alternatives to RU58841?

      in Research/Science  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user discusses switching from RU58841 to Pyrilutamide due to side effects like fatigue, brain fog, and elevated heart rate. They have used dutasteride, finasteride, and minoxidil, and are seeking safer alternatives.

      community Need supplemental products in addition to oral minoxidil and oral dutasteride

      in Product  1 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user has been using oral minoxidil and dutasteride for hair loss without success and is considering adding topical 17α-estradiol, Pyrilutamide, Clascoterone, or cetirizine. They have confirmed low serum DHT levels and are exploring additional treatments due to genetic sensitivity to DHT and prostaglandin D2.

      community For those that have used anti androgens what is your experience?

      in Research/Science  16 upvotes 2 years ago
      People discussed their experiences with anti-androgens for hair loss, mentioning side effects like chest pains with RU58841 and skepticism due to lack of safety data, while considering Fluridil as a potential addition to treatment. Some users expressed reluctance to use these chemicals.

      community Fluridil degrades the androgen receptor.

      in Research/Science  12 upvotes 11 months ago
      Fluridil degrades androgen receptors, which are prevalent in the scalp and other tissues. People with androgenetic alopecia (AGA) may have higher expression of these receptors and 5AR activity in affected scalp areas.

      community Guys, we finally have an alternative to finasteride

      in Research/Science  263 upvotes 1 year ago
      A combination of pyrilutamide, minoxidil, and alfatradiol is proposed as an effective alternative to finasteride for treating mild to moderate hair loss, claiming to stabilize hair loss and improve thickness without finasteride's side effects. Some users are skeptical about the effectiveness and approval of these treatments, while others are interested in trying them due to finasteride's side effects.

      community Overwhelming amount of anti-androgens

      in Female 3 years ago
      The conversation discusses the effectiveness of anti-androgens for hair loss, with a preference for topical treatments like RU58841 over oral options due to better scalp concentration and fewer side effects. Topical finasteride at 0.1% may provide some results, especially when combined with a topical androgen receptor antagonist like RU58841.

      community Why are there no FDA approved NSAA's yet?

      in Research/Science 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses why there are no FDA-approved NSAAs like RU58841 on the market, despite their potential superiority to 5AR inhibitors like finasteride. It explores the effectiveness of treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 for hair loss.

      community Where to buy topical Adenosine?

      in Product  7 upvotes 3 years ago
      Hair loss discussion includes Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841 treatments. User seeks where to buy topical Adenosine.

      community My Current Stack in 2026 , (not cheap)

      in Treatment  12 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      OP uses a hair loss treatment stack including dermastamp, Minoxidil 5%, Alfatradiol 0.2%, Pyrilutamide 0.9%, and Nizoral shampoo, costing around 100-110€ monthly. OP avoids finasteride due to past negative experiences.

      community 14 months on Fin, Total T 899, serum DHT 276 — high total T may still drive scalp DHT even when blood levels look controlled

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  3 upvotes 4 weeks ago
      A 23-year-old male has been using finasteride and topical minoxidil for 14 months with slight improvement, but recent shedding led him to switch to a new minoxidil formulation without success. He is considering using topical RU58841 or dutasteride to better address scalp DHT, as his bloodwork shows high total testosterone and mid-range DHT levels.
      Struggling with Chronic Hair Loss Despite Treatments at 20

      community Struggling with Chronic Hair Loss Despite Treatments at 20

      in Basic Questions  180 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 20-year-old male has been experiencing hair loss since age 16 and has tried various treatments including topical minoxidil, topical and oral finasteride, and oral dutasteride with minoxidil, but has not seen significant improvement. He is currently using 1.5mg dutasteride and 5mg oral minoxidil daily, along with derma penning, and is seeking advice on regrowing hair to avoid using hair fibers.

      community Does anyone here use coenzyme Q10 for hair loss?

      in Chat  2 upvotes 1 month ago
      The conversation is about using coenzyme Q10 for hair loss alongside dutasteride. The effectiveness of coenzyme Q10 for treating androgenetic alopecia is questioned due to a lack of evidence.

      community Doctors in Denmark are abseloutely 100% clueless when it comes to hairloss. Is it the same in your country?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  57 upvotes 2 months ago
      Doctors in Denmark and other countries often lack knowledge about hair loss treatments like Finasteride and Dutasteride, causing patients to seek prescriptions from multiple doctors or online. Some users report better experiences in countries like Brazil and Korea, where doctors are more informed and willing to prescribe these medications.

      community How is dht not beneficial to you?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  111 upvotes 4 months ago
      DHT is important for sexual function and mood, but finasteride and dutasteride can reduce DHT, causing side effects like reduced libido and erectile dysfunction. These treatments are effective for hair loss, but their impact on DHT leads to debate.

      community No progress from Feb 2025 to Jan 2026

      in Progress Pictures  15 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user has not seen significant progress in hair growth using topical minoxidil, finasteride, and biotin shampoo over a year. Suggestions include switching to dutasteride, adding microneedling, and considering other treatments like scalp massages and blood tests.

      community My Theory Of Androgenic Alopecia

      in Research/Science  20 upvotes 6 months ago
      Hair loss is linked to cellular physiology and the IGF-1 to TGF-B1 ratio, not just androgen sensitivity. The theory lacks evidence, while finasteride and minoxidil are effective treatments.

      community Why hasn’t anyone made a "DHT sponge" biologic yet???

      in Research/Science  45 upvotes 6 months ago
      The conversation discusses the potential for developing a biologic "DHT sponge" to neutralize DHT in the bloodstream as a treatment for hair loss, suggesting it could be more targeted and have fewer side effects than current treatments like finasteride and dutasteride. Concerns include the complexity, cost, and potential side effects of such a treatment, as well as skepticism about its feasibility and market interest.

      community M30, month 5 of dutasteride and minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  250 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 30-year-old male experienced significant hair regrowth after five months of using topical minoxidil (5% foam) and oral dutasteride (0.5 mg daily). The user reported no side effects and was grateful for the progress, despite the rapid gains slowing down.

      community Slow progress is better than no progress?

      in Is this regrowth?  122 upvotes 8 months ago
      The conversation discusses hair regrowth progress using oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo. Users note positive changes and suggest dutasteride for oily scalp issues.