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      community Creatine made all my high DHT symptoms return

      in Research/Science  81 upvotes 1 year ago
      Creatine may increase DHT levels, potentially causing symptoms like acne, oily hair, and hair shedding. Users report mixed experiences, with some avoiding creatine due to hair loss concerns and others seeing no impact.

      community Acetyl L-Carnitine during treatment?

      in Chat  3 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user started finasteride two weeks ago and has been using minoxidil for over a month, while also supplementing with Acetyl L-Carnitine. They are curious if others have experienced hair shedding or growth with Acetyl L-Carnitine, especially when used with finasteride and minoxidil.

      community Binding affinity of pyrilutamide!

      in Update  168 upvotes 4 years ago
      Pyrilutamide, a nonsteroidal antiandrogen drug under development for the potential treatment of androgenic alopecia. The conversation discusses its binding affinity to the androgen receptor and the timeline for possible availability after trials are completed in the United States and China.

      community Possible natural pp405 solution

      in Research/Science  45 upvotes 10 months ago
      Rotenone, a natural plant extract, may promote hair growth by increasing LDH activity and blocking MPC in the scalp, but it carries risks due to its toxicity. The suggested formulation includes Barbasco extract, DMSO, propylene glycol or PEG-400, ethanol, and a carrier oil.

      community My summation of PP405 - looks promising

      in Research/Science  206 upvotes 1 year ago
      PP405 shows promise for hair regrowth by manipulating stem cell characteristics and lactate dehydrogenase, with Phase 2a trials pending. Google Ventures' $15M investment suggests confidence, but results and market availability remain uncertain.
      FCE 28260: A Forgotten 5α-Reductase Inhibitor

      community FCE 28260: A Forgotten 5α-Reductase Inhibitor

      in Research  330 upvotes 1 year ago
      FCE 28260 (PNU 156765), an under-explored 5α-reductase inhibitor, showcases promising results in research by Giudici et al., outperforming well-known treatments like Finasteride in reducing the conversion of testosterone to DHT. Its superior efficacy, demonstrated through lower IC50 values in both natural and human recombinant enzyme studies, suggests it could offer more effective management of DHT-related conditions. Additionally, its lower molecular weight hints at better potential for topical application, potentially offering advantages in treating conditions such as androgenic alopecia. Despite its potential, it has not advanced in development, possibly due to financial limitations, leaving its therapeutic prospects and side effect profile largely unexplored.

      community TCA 35% chemical peel, don't try this shit at home.

      in Treatment  11 upvotes 4 months ago
      The conversation discusses using a TCA 35% chemical peel on the scalp to potentially improve hair growth by addressing fibrosis and enhancing the effectiveness of topical treatments. The user also mentions trying microneedling and other methods like topical metformin and dutasteride for hair regrowth.

      community RootBioTec? Basil extract for hair growth

      in Product  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      RootBioTec, a basil hairy root extract, claims to reduce hair loss by 31% in two months by inhibiting 5α reductase II and stimulating hair follicles. There is limited independent information available about its effectiveness.

      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 Creatine and hair loss (personal experience)

      in Update  97 upvotes 9 months ago
      Creatine can cause increased hair loss in some people, particularly those with a predisposition to androgenic alopecia, but hair loss often stops after discontinuing its use. Some users experience no hair loss while using creatine.

      community [Nov 2019] The peptide AC 2 isolated from Bacillus-treated Trapa japonica fruit extract rescues DHT (dihydrotestosterone)-treated human dermal papilla cells and mediates mTORC1 signaling for autophagy and apoptosis suppression

       22 upvotes 6 years ago
      A peptide from Japanese water chestnut fruit may help with hair loss by suppressing DHT's effect on hair follicle cell death, potentially serving as a finasteride alternative. The treatment's effectiveness and safety in humans remain uncertain.

      community Crushing fin tablets without making a mess?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 8 months ago
      A user is trying to make a topical finasteride solution by crushing tablets into ethanol and glycerin but struggles with spillage. Suggestions include letting the tablets dissolve in the solution or using a pill crusher for efficiency.

      community Blood DHT Levels – before and after creatine

      in Research/Science  41 upvotes 3 years ago
      The impact of creatine on DHT levels, and whether it could cause accelerated male pattern baldness (MPB). The user taking a 5 alpha reductase inhibitor found that their DHT levels actually reduced despite taking creatine for nine weeks. Replies suggested looking into testosterone levels as well and debating the safety of creatine use in relation to MPB.

      community Follow me on my laser hair growth journey.

      in Progress Pictures  39 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 34-year-old male documents his hair growth journey using the iRestore Elite laser cap, biotin, and Pure Synergy Organic Superfood Capsules, after unsuccessful hair transplant and previous treatments with minoxidil and finasteride. Replies suggest using finasteride or dutasteride instead and caution against excessive use of the laser cap.

      community Is this solution unnecessarily aggresive?

      in Product  2 upvotes 5 months ago
      The solution contains minoxidil, finasteride, azelaic acid, caffeine, retinoic acid, and procapil. Users suggest minoxidil with tretinoin and a 5-alpha reductase inhibitor, while dismissing retinoic and azelaic acids as unnecessary.

      community ASATONA AG and "Asatex"

       4 upvotes 7 years ago
      The conversation discusses Melatonin's potential benefits for AGA and a product called "Asatex" by ASATONA AG. The company was uncooperative when contacted for purchase inquiries.

      community PP405 - hair stem cell stimulation

      in Research/Science  53 upvotes 2 years ago
      PP405, a topical LDH inhibitor, has shown to stimulate hair follicle stem cell proliferation in humans with moderate hair loss. They are advancing to more detailed trials this year.

      community Taking creatine while being on Fin

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      Creatine does not cause hair loss, but it may accelerate hair loss in those predisposed to male pattern baldness. Finasteride users report mixed experiences with creatine, with some noticing no change and others experiencing increased shedding.

      community Pyrilutamide isn’t failed at all.

      in Technology  11 upvotes 2 years ago
      Kintor is producing a cosmetic with KX826, starting at 0.5% concentration and moving to 1%. The 0.5% concentration wasn't as effective as minoxidil and finasteride, but the 1% concentration shows promise.

      community Worried about creatine hair loss, is this a solid approach??

      in Advice  4 upvotes 7 years ago
      Creatine may contribute to hair loss, and users suggest avoiding it or using DHT blockers like Saw Palmetto and green tea. Some users report personal experiences of hair loss after starting creatine, while others advise focusing on consistent exercise instead.

      community Can amino acids help with AGA

      in Chat  4 upvotes 2 years ago
      Amino acids like lysine, methionine, and cysteine may help with androgenetic alopecia when taken in high doses along with a DHT blocker. Users discuss combining these with treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.