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      community Androgen degraders for hair loss

      in Research/Science  60 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses androgen receptor degraders for hair loss, highlighting their potential advantages over traditional AR blockers like RU58841 and pyrilutamide. Concerns about the safety and cost of these treatments are also mentioned.

      community Duasteride and breast tissue accumulation.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user is experiencing breast tissue growth from taking dutasteride and minoxidil, and is considering reducing the dosage or stopping the medication. Suggestions include seeing an endocrinologist, using Raloxifene or Arimidex, and considering topical treatments or surgery if necessary.

      community I think we all hop on estrogen. It's the only angle

      in Satire  83 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation humorously discusses hair loss treatments, including Minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, and topical 17 alpha estradiol, with some users joking about transitioning to female to avoid baldness. The overall tone is satirical, emphasizing self-acceptance and the lengths people might consider for hair restoration.

      community Bicalutamide and muscles growth

      in Female  8 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 30-year-old woman with androgenetic alopecia is considering bicalutamide to slow hair loss but is concerned about its impact on muscle growth due to its anti-androgen effects. Alternatives suggested include dutasteride, spironolactone, RU58841, and minoxidil, with concerns about bicalutamide's side effects.

      community How good are anti-androgens? Are they worth seeking?

      in Research/Science 5 days ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, including dutasteride, oral minoxidil, finasteride, and potential additions like topical finasteride, minoxidil, micro-needling, and topical anti-androgens such as RU58841. The effectiveness and worth of these treatments, including localized dutasteride mesotherapy, are considered.

      community Everyone seems to be looking for an antiandrogen as an add on. But what about Estradiol & its derivatives ( excluding the low concentraion alfatradiool ) being used. Anyone has an experience with this ? Anything that won't cause feminization in the process ?

      in Chat  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses using estradiol and its derivatives for hair loss without causing feminization. Users mention alternatives like alfatradiol, topical 17b-Estradiol, and DIM (Diindolylmethane).

      community Dutasteride and Ashwagandha Interactions?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  4 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses concerns about using Ashwagandha with Dutasteride for hair loss, as Ashwagandha may increase testosterone and potentially affect DHT levels. Users generally agree that the increase in DHT is minimal and unlikely to impact the effectiveness of Dutasteride significantly.

      community (Europe) looking for advice on topical anti androgen use

      in Treatment  3 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user is using finasteride, minoxidil, and ciclopirox shampoo for hair loss and is considering adding a topical anti-androgen like RU58841, Clacosterone, or KX286. They have scheduled a hair transplant and are concerned about the cost and effectiveness of future treatments.

      community 1 year 5-ar. Blood test results

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  3 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user experienced sexual side effects after starting finasteride and later switched to dutasteride, noticing hormonal changes. They are considering using P5P and possibly aromatase inhibitors to manage high prolactin and estradiol levels.

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

      in Product  1 upvotes 6 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 The story of RU58841/PSK3841

      in Research/Science 1 year ago
      RU58841, an anti-androgenic compound, showed early promise for treating alopecia but faced challenges after its patent in 1997. Despite advancing to Phase II trials, safety concerns and financial struggles led Aventis to abandon its development. Proskelia, which later merged into ProStrakan, couldn't prioritize the drug, leading to its eventual stagnation and failure to reach the market.

      community Got some bloodwork done, horrifying results.

       10 upvotes 8 years ago
      The user is concerned about high DHT levels despite using finasteride and dutasteride for hair loss, suggesting these treatments may not be effective. They plan to consult an endocrinologist and consider other antiandrogens, acknowledging potential side effects.

      community Galenic lotion. Science behind the components

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 8 months ago
      A user is considering a hair loss treatment lotion containing minoxidil, adenosine, caffeine, melatonin, and azelaic acid, questioning the interaction between caffeine and adenosine receptors. Another user suggests adding a topical anti-DHT ingredient like spironolactone, noting it should not be taken orally by men.

      community Latanoprost- an effective medication

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 1 month ago
      Latanoprost is discussed as a potential hair loss treatment, noted for its synergy with minoxidil and 5-AR inhibitors, but concerns include its effectiveness on scalp hair, cost, and potential skin darkening. Some users express interest in trying latanoprost or bimatoprost despite limited real-world evidence.

      community Alpha plus from Anagenica - 25%CB???

      in Product  2 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user ordered Alpha Plus from Anagenica, expecting it to contain specific percentages of Fin, Estradiol, Minoxidil, and CB0301. However, the received product's label showed different percentages, including a surprising 25% CB, leading the user to question its safety and accuracy.

      community Spironolactone, what do you think?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user is considering Spironolactone for hair loss but is advised against it due to its effects on testosterone. Instead, they are recommended to try finasteride at 18 and consider dutasteride if needed.

      community Melatonin emerging as new treatment for androgenic alopecia?

      in Update  35 upvotes 1 year ago
      Melatonin is being considered as a potential treatment for androgenic alopecia, with some users discussing its effects and combining it with other treatments like minoxidil and finasteride. Concerns about melatonin's impact on hormones and side effects from other treatments like ketoconazole were also discussed.

      community Very high testosterone and estradiol on finasterid 1 mg. Am I cooked?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  3 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 29-year-old male on 1 mg Finasteride for 3 months has experienced a significant increase in testosterone and estradiol levels, with no major side effects except slightly oilier skin and increased emotional sensitivity. The user is concerned about these hormonal changes and seeks advice, as their general practitioner is not knowledgeable about the issue.