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      community Back from the dead. Fin/min/biotin. 8 month difference

      in Update  154 upvotes 5 months ago
      The conversation is about hair loss treatments, specifically using finasteride, minoxidil, and biotin, with a focus on the effectiveness of Hims products. Users discuss the results, potential side effects, and the role of biotin in the treatment.

      community Kowalski, analysis (Fin + Min, no dermarolling)

      in Progress Pictures  159 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 29-year-old is using 1mg oral finasteride and 50mg/g topical minoxidil daily for hair loss, with plans to reduce minoxidil use due to greasiness and considering a hair transplant for receding temples. No side effects from finasteride were reported, and many users suggest a transplant may not be necessary due to good hair density.

      community Anyone here using both Alfatradiol and Fluridil?

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 4 years ago
      User asks if stacking Alfatradiol and Fluridil is effective for hair loss. Alfatradiol is a weaker, topical 5ar inhibitor, while Fluridil is an anti-androgen preventing DHT binding to hair follicles.

      community Why is there so much negativity around pyrilutamide?

      in Research/Science  19 upvotes 1 year ago
      Pyrilutamide is discussed as an effective hair loss treatment by some users, despite skepticism due to limited data and underwhelming trial results. Users compare it to finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841, with some expressing interest in its potential as an adjunct treatment.

      community An Uncontrolled Case Series Using a Botanically Derived, β-Cyclodextrin Inclusion Complex in Two Androgenetic Alopecia-Affected Male Subjects

      in Research/Science  1 upvotes 5 years ago
      The conversation discusses a botanically derived treatment for androgenetic alopecia using ingredients like saw palmetto, green tea, and evening primrose, showing impressive results over 270 days. Concerns include the study's uncontrolled nature and potential product motivation, with suggestions to enhance absorption through derma rolling.

      community Thoughts of this sub on Melatonin?

      in Research/Science  3 upvotes 1 year ago
      Melatonin, gingko biloba, and biotin are effective for treating hair loss with good tolerability. Alternatives like dutasteride, minoxidil, and other peptides are also discussed.

      community My Pyrilutamide Experience so far

      in Update  80 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user's experience with Pyrilutamide for hair loss, which has been successful in reversing receding hairline when part of their stack with other treatments such as Dutasteride, Minoxidil, and Ketoconazole shampoo.

      community Dutasteride UPDATE (female) *sixth month*

      in Progress Pictures  17 upvotes 3 years ago
      A female user in her mid-20s with androgenetic alopecia and suspected telogene effluvium who has been taking Dutasteride, Spironolactone, Minoxidil, Dermarolling, Ketoconazol shampoo, and Yaz contraception for her hair loss for the past 6 months. She had a small shed during this time that she believes to be stress related.

      community RU58841 or topical spironolactone??

      in Research/Science  2 upvotes 4 years ago
      The conversation is about choosing between RU58841 and topical spironolactone for hair loss treatment. The user is currently using a topical solution with minoxidil, alfatradiol, and progesterone, and is concerned about side effects and effectiveness of both RU58841 and spironolactone.

      community Finasteride does deplete important nuero-active steroids

      in Research/Science  9 upvotes 2 years ago
      Finasteride can reduce neuroactive steroids, causing side effects like depression, anxiety, and sexual dysfunction. Some users experience persistent symptoms after stopping finasteride, while others use alternative treatments like topical solutions.
      35M: Irregular Fin Use, Seeking Alternatives to Minoxidil and Fin

      community 35M: Irregular Fin Use, Seeking Alternatives to Minoxidil and Fin

      in General  57 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 35-year-old male has been using finasteride inconsistently for two years and is hesitant about using minoxidil due to potential side effects. He is considering oral minoxidil and microneedling as alternatives and is unsure if dutasteride is too strong.

      community Does anyone here use everything except Fin

      in Minoxidil  23 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about hair loss treatments, specifically Minoxidil (Min) and Finasteride (Fin). The original poster is considering using Min and other treatments but is hesitant about Fin, while the responses vary, with some advocating for early use of Fin and others warning about potential side effects.

      community Starting Bimatoprost! Hair time

      in Product  36 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about using Bimatoprost for hair growth, with concerns about potential side effects like eye color change and fat atrophy. Users discuss combining it with other treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride, and sourcing Bimatoprost in bulk.

      community One year 2.5mg Minoxidil 1.25mg finasteride

      in Progress Pictures  185 upvotes 7 months ago
      A user shared progress pictures after one year of using 2.5mg Minoxidil and 1.25mg Finasteride for hair loss. The discussion includes suggestions for additional treatments like dermastamping, dutasteride, and increasing Minoxidil dosage, with mixed opinions on the effectiveness of current treatments.

      community Pyrilutamide just launched internationally, and all you're doing is hating

      in Product 1 year ago
      The post and conversation are about the high cost and skepticism surrounding pyrilutamide as a hair loss treatment, with comparisons to minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. The original poster defends pyrilutamide's effectiveness and criticizes others for dismissing it without proper understanding.

      community Dudasteride/Minoxidil for 3 years. Anything else?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user has been using dutasteride and oral minoxidil for over three years with good results and is seeking additional treatments to improve hair growth by 10-15%. Suggestions include derma stamping, red light therapy, deep massage, caffeinated shampoos, and biotin supplementation.

      community UPDATE - 7 months 2,5 dutatesteride

      in Update  8 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user continues to experience hair loss despite using dutasteride 2.5mg, minoxidil 5mg, and ciclopirox shampoo, and plans to reassess after one year. Others report similar issues with dutasteride, with some switching to finasteride or adding RU58841.

      community What is fluridil binding affinity?

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 4 years ago
      Fluridil is hard to obtain and only available in Slovakia and Czechia, with no systemic side effects but possibly limited effectiveness compared to finasteride. The original poster is using finasteride and minoxidil without success and is considering trying fluridil despite its cost.

      community 5MG finasteride everyday June 1st 2024 - October 7th 2024

      in Progress Pictures  182 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using 1.25 mg of finasteride daily since June 2024 to promote hair regrowth and thickness, considering switching to dutasteride if results are unsatisfactory. They are hesitant to add minoxidil due to cost and potential side effects but have seen some progress with finasteride alone.

      community Alfatradiol 1% study rebuttal.

      in Research/Science  4 upvotes 2 years ago
      Alfatradiol is often discussed at a 1% concentration, but studies typically use 0.025%. Some users report success using it as a topical treatment alongside other hair loss treatments like finasteride.

      community What happens if you combine dutasteride and a aromataze inhibitor?

      in Question  4 upvotes 6 years ago
      Combining dutasteride and an aromatase inhibitor may increase testosterone levels significantly, potentially enhancing athletic performance but also posing health risks like elevated blood pressure and worsened cholesterol. The user is experimenting with dutasteride, anastrozole, minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo to manage hair loss and estradiol levels, while monitoring side effects and hormone levels.