Pyrilutamide is discussed as a potential hair loss treatment, acting as an androgen receptor antagonist. The conversation questions if it can maintain hair long-term without using finasteride.
Astaxanthin may cause increased hair shedding, affecting even transplanted hair and eyebrows. The user has tried various treatments for androgenic alopecia, including minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
The user is experiencing hair loss, possibly due to androgenic alopecia or telogen effluvium, and is considering treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, or RU58841. They also mention potential iron deficiency and sleep deprivation as contributing factors.
Belgium disagrees with the EMA and does not authorize the 1 mg oral form of finasteride for androgenic alopecia, citing a negative benefit-risk ratio. Despite this, some individuals in Belgium can still obtain finasteride through prescriptions, and there is debate over its mental health risks versus its benefits for hair loss and other health issues.
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.
The post discusses using ImageJ software to objectively track hair regrowth progress. The user is treating Androgen alopecia with dutasteride and minoxidil.
Minoxidil alone may not stop hair loss. Finasteride is recommended for androgenic alopecia, as minoxidil doesn't prevent DHT from miniaturizing hair follicles.
The conversation discusses using finasteride or dutasteride to reduce DHT, CosmeRNA to target androgen receptors, and Minoxidil as a vasodilator for hair growth. The regimen aims to maintain hair by addressing DHT-AR ratio and continuous Minoxidil use.
The conversation discusses GT20029 as a potential hair loss treatment that could act like a cure by targeting androgen receptors in scalp hair follicles. Specific treatments mentioned include GT20029, with a user expressing hope that it could make male pattern baldness obsolete.
A hair journey of someone who started using Minoxidil, Finasteride and Dutasteride to treat their Androgenic Alopecia. The user reported successful results with the medication, including compliments from strangers.
The conversation discusses GT20029, a compound by Kintor Pharma that degrades androgen receptors and is in trials, with potential as a hair loss cure. Another promising treatment mentioned is an antibody that blocks prolactin and has shown positive results in macaques.
The group buy for CB-03-01, a topical anti-androgen for hair loss, was postponed and refunded due to issues with the product's form and solubility. The product, also known as Breezula, is an alternative to finasteride with fewer side effects, but its official release is delayed until 2021.
A 29-year-old male experienced significant hair density loss in 18 days despite using Finasteride and Minoxidil consistently for years. He suspects the change in brands or other factors like shedding or androgenetic alopecia might be responsible and is seeking advice.
The conversation is about analyzing receded temple closeups for signs of fibrosis, scarring, or androgenetic alopecia (AGA). Specific treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, or RU58841 are not mentioned in the conversation.
GT20029 shows promise as a topical treatment for hair loss, potentially replacing finasteride for some due to its low systemic exposure and ability to degrade androgen receptors. However, skepticism remains about its long-term efficacy and availability, with some users expressing doubt about new treatments consistently failing to reach the market.
Shampoos marketed for hair loss may not effectively prevent it, as they often focus on improving hair appearance rather than addressing underlying causes like androgenetic alopecia. Effective hair loss treatment typically requires DHT blockers like finasteride.
Common misconceptions about hair loss treatments include the belief that lower doses of finasteride are as effective as higher doses, and that ketoconazole is effective for androgenetic alopecia without scalp issues. Additionally, minoxidil's effects can be seen sooner than commonly thought, and topical dutasteride is effective.
Minoxidil helps regrow hair, while finasteride prevents hair loss. It's common to use both for androgenetic alopecia; consult your doctor if unsure about the treatment plan.
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.
A 33-year-old male is experiencing thinning at the temples and hairline, with increased shedding over the past year. The user suspects androgenetic alopecia (AGA) despite AI suggesting a maturing hairline.
The user is experiencing hair loss despite using finasteride and dutasteride and is considering adding minoxidil. Suggestions include switching to daily dutasteride and adding a topical anti-androgen.
The conversation discusses alternatives for hair loss treatment for someone allergic to finasteride, suggesting options like hair systems, topical anti-androgens such as CB-03-01, RU58841, and kx-826. It highlights the challenges faced by individuals allergic to anti-androgen inhibitors and the need for more information on this topic.
Scalp Botox may help hair loss by relaxing muscles and increasing blood flow, potentially benefiting conditions other than androgenetic alopecia. DHT affects hair follicles differently, causing tension and hair loss in some areas but not others.
GT20029 is a new hair loss treatment in Phase 3 trials in China, using PROTAC technology to target androgen receptors, potentially with fewer side effects than finasteride and minoxidil. VDPHL01, a second-generation minoxidil, is also mentioned as potentially more effective.
A 22-year-old male uses dutasteride, a serum with 10% minoxidil and 0.5% finasteride, and microneedling for diffuse androgenetic alopecia. Progress pictures show changes from July 2025 to February 2026.
A dermatologist checked for hereditary hair loss using blood tests and plans to perform a trichogram. The user had slightly low Vitamin D3 levels, and the trichogram may help confirm androgenetic alopecia.
Most scalp serums are ineffective for hair loss, with Nécessaire’s “The Scalp Serum” being the only one showing noticeable results, though it's not worth the cost. For androgenetic alopecia, clinical treatments like minoxidil and finasteride are necessary, while caffeine and capixyl may offer some benefits.
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.
The user has been using finasteride and minoxidil, then switched to dutasteride and minoxidil for six months without significant results, noticing thinning after increasing creatine dosage. They plan to consult a dermatologist to explore potential causes beyond androgenetic alopecia.