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      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 How to reverse "Dutasteride face"?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  7 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user experienced facial puffiness after switching from finasteride to dutasteride, which they believe is due to dutasteride. They are seeking advice on reversing this effect, considering factors like diet, exercise, and potential hormonal changes.

      community Anyone ever get a shedding phase on RU58441

      in Chat  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced increased hair shedding after using RU58841 for two months, but found relief from scalp itchiness. Other users shared similar shedding experiences and discussed side effects like joint pain, while also mentioning the use of finasteride and minoxidil.

      community Insane shedding after upping minoxidil dose.

      in Minoxidil  1 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user experienced increased hair loss after increasing their minoxidil dose to 5mg and is considering switching to dutasteride while on testosterone replacement therapy. They are also using finasteride, microneedling, and considering adding Nizoral and caffeine serum to their regimen.

      community Is stemoxydine (serioxyl advanced) toxic/lethal to cats?

      in Chat  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about concerns regarding the safety of using stemoxydine (Serioxyl Advanced) around cats, with the user also using minoxidil, oral minoxidil, dutasteride, and microneedling for hair loss. The user is seeking advice on whether stemoxydine is toxic or lethal to cats.

      community Minoxidil Finasteride heart problems

      in Update  97 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user experienced heart problems after taking 1mg finasteride and 2.5mg oral minoxidil and is considering quitting minoxidil. Others discussed their experiences with heart issues and minoxidil, with some suggesting topical minoxidil as a safer alternative.

      community oral minoxidil collagen contradiction

      in Minoxidil  13 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses concerns about oral minoxidil potentially aging the face by affecting collagen, questioning its systemic effects. The user has successfully used topical minoxidil for years and is hesitant to switch to oral minoxidil.

      community Switching from Oral Minoxidil back to topical

      in Treatment  9 upvotes 1 year ago
      Switching from oral minoxidil back to topical due to heart issues and palpitations. Users discuss experiences with minoxidil and finasteride, with mixed results and concerns about side effects.

      community Had to quit minoxidil because of headaches

      in Minoxidil  15 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user stopped using minoxidil due to headaches, which returned upon resuming the treatment, leading to hair shedding concerns. Alternatives like finasteride and diluted minoxidil were suggested by others experiencing similar side effects.

      community Finally about to start Pyriltamide (ONLY Pyriltamide)

      in Chat  63 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user is excited to start using Pyriltamide for hair loss after experiencing side effects from topical finasteride. Other users discuss the potential and skepticism of Pyriltamide compared to older treatments like finasteride and RU58841.

      community Terrible scalp itch and hair loss

      in Satire  17 upvotes 3 years ago
      Severe scalp itching and hair loss, possibly linked to seborrheic dermatitis, are discussed, with treatments like Dutasteride, Finasteride, and various shampoos mentioned. Some users find relief from itching with DHT blockers like Finasteride, while others suggest consulting multiple dermatologists for accurate diagnosis.

      community Fin is killing my eyes. Alternatives?

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user experienced severe dry eyes as a side effect of using topical and oral Finasteride for hair loss and is seeking alternative treatments. They are considering other anti-androgens like Dutasteride, RU58841, Pyrilytamide, and Fluridil, despite mixed results and potential side effects.

      community Checking in with my post-fin symptoms

      in Finasteride  5 upvotes 9 years ago
      A user reports persistent sexual side effects three months after stopping finasteride, despite a healthy lifestyle and supplements. They express concern over the lack of libido and infrequent erections.

      community How to BECOME a RESPONDER to Fin/Dut if you are not responding

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  311 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conclusion of this conversation is that the user "DuckSeasonCamelSeasn" found that consuming grapefruit juice prior to taking finasteride or dutasteride helped them become a responder to the medications and regain hair growth. However, there are warnings about potential risks and interactions with other medications, so caution should be exercised.

      community 8 months of topical min causing insane shed

      in General  67 upvotes 1 year ago
      OP experienced significant hair shedding after 8 months of using topical minoxidil and plans to start finasteride. They are concerned about hair loss and have scheduled a dermatologist appointment.

      community When you pop your first Fin pill

      in Satire 5 years ago
      Hair loss treatment using Fin, Minoxidil and RU58841 with discussion about potential side effects and the power of nocebo effect.

      community Being Safe on Oral Minoxidil: tl;dr on the literature.

      in Research/Science  51 upvotes 1 year ago
      Oral minoxidil is effective for hair loss but can cause cardiovascular side effects, such as pericardial effusion, especially in those with genetic predispositions. Starting with low doses and monitoring cardiovascular health are advised to reduce risks.

      community Oral Minoxidil - The Hyper-Responder Concept

      in Research/Science  5 upvotes 7 months ago
      Minoxidil's effectiveness varies due to genetic differences in the SULT1A1 enzyme, affecting how well it converts to its active form, minoxidil sulfate. Hyper-responders may experience rapid hair growth and increased side effects, such as pericardial effusion, even at low doses.