Women experienced severe reactions, including Topical Steroid Withdrawal (TSW), from using Winlevi (Clascoterone 1%) on their faces. Concerns were raised about the potential risks of higher concentrations, especially for hair loss treatment.
The user is experiencing diffuse thinning and inflammation despite using 2.5mg dutasteride daily, ciclopirox, and ketoconazole shampoos. They are considering treatments like hydroxychloroquine and JAK inhibitors due to suspected scarring alopecia and have faced challenges in obtaining a scalp biopsy.
Finasteride and dutasteride, used for hair loss, can cause sexual dysfunction, depression, and suicidal thoughts, with some effects persisting after stopping. The post stresses the importance of being aware of these risks.
Finasteride users discuss potential sideeffects, including Post Finasteride Syndrome (PFS), with varying opinions on its legitimacy and impact. Some users report sideeffects like changes in semen consistency and reduced pre-ejaculate, while others emphasize the rarity and reversibility of sideeffects.
Long-term use of finasteride and dutasteride may be linked to health risks like fatty liver disease, insulin resistance, type 2 diabetes, dry eye disease, and potential kidney disease. Some users believe the risks are low and the medications are generally safe.
The user experienced sideeffects like dull skin and eye bags from minoxidil after a hair transplant and is considering alternatives like redensyl. They stopped using finasteride due to sideeffects and are concerned about maintaining hair without minoxidil.
Akinfenrawr experienced negative sideeffects from oral finasteride and RU58841, and is seeking alternative hair loss treatments. They discuss various options, including raloxifene, oral dutasteride, liposomal finasteride, Breezula, Pyrilutamide, SM04554, and sulforaphane, but have concerns about efficacy, availability, and cost.
A user reports persistent sexual sideeffects three months after stopping finasteride, despite a healthy lifestyle and supplements. They express concern over the lack of libido and infrequent erections.
A user shared their experience with finasteride for hair regrowth, which was effective but caused sideeffects like gynecomastia and mood swings. They now manage sideeffects with Arimidex and vitamins while continuing finasteride, and monitor their health with blood tests.
Setipiprant trial for hair loss failed, showing no difference between placebo and treatment. Discussion also noted placebo users reporting sideeffects.
Sunburns on the scalp can cause permanent hair loss, especially for those using Tretinoin or Tacrolimus. Wearing UPF 50+ hats is recommended to protect against UV radiation.
A user experienced sideeffects from hair loss treatment and contacted HIMS, resulting in their subscription being canceled. They were taking Zinc to manage symptoms and are considering consulting a doctor.
The user experienced a slight decrease in hair shedding and scalp itch, and reduced sebum production using Pyrilutamide, but stopped due to chest pain, breathing difficulties, and heart issues. They felt normal a week after discontinuing and doubted FDA approval for the drug.
The post and conversation are about the long-term sideeffects of using Dutasteride and Finasteride for hair loss, including issues like raised liver enzymes, high cholesterol, and loss of libido. The user advises regular blood work and careful monitoring for those using these treatments.
Azelaic acid is considered a strong DHT inhibitor with no reported sexual sideeffects, making it a potential alternative for those who cannot use finasteride. It can be used with minoxidil, but may cause skin irritation.
A user found that antihistamines stop their hair loss and related symptoms, but they experience sideeffects like sedation and chest pain. They are seeking alternative solutions or topical antihistamines to avoid systemic sideeffects.
User experienced sideeffects from oral finasteride and tried topical Alfatradiol for hair loss. Alfatradiol provided maintenance without significant regrowth, and user suggests it as an alternative for those struggling with finasteride sideeffects.
People discussed treatments for hair thinning on the sides, mentioning Finasteride, Dutasteride, Pyrilutamide, and RU58841. One person is currently using Finasteride and seeking advice on its effectiveness for this issue.
Applying hair loss treatments like minoxidil and finasteride, with concerns about sideeffects and application timing. Some users experience sideeffects, while others manage without issues, and there's interest in future treatments like pyrilutamide.
The user tried pyrilutamide for hair loss and noticed reduced scalp itch and improved skin but stopped due to mild heart sensations. They plan to update after consistent use, noting improved sleep when applied at night.
A long-term finasteride user experienced sideeffects like sexual dysfunction, dry eyes, muscle weakness, and brain fog, which improved when they stopped the medication. They decided to stop finasteride again, questioning if maintaining hair was worth the negative impact on their well-being.
Azelaic acid is discussed as a DHT inhibitor with no reported sexual sideeffects, but its effectiveness and absorption as a topical treatment are questioned. The user is interested in azelaic acid due to concerns about finasteride affecting penile health.
Clascoterone (CB) shows an excellent safety profile with no serious sideeffects, but its effectiveness may decline after six months, making it more suitable as an adjunct treatment with finasteride and minoxidil rather than a standalone solution. Some argue it could be better than finasteride due to its protection against testosterone, but its long-term efficacy remains debated.
A user's experience with hair loss treatments, including finasteride and other options such as RU58841, Nizoral, Pumpkin Seed, and Adenosine; the importance of being in a positive frame of mind when considering taking finasteride; and the need to address life issues before starting finasteride.
RU58841 may cause heart-related sideeffects like palpitations and chest pain, though evidence is mostly anecdotal. Users report mixed experiences, with some stopping due to sideeffects and others using it without issues, but concerns about its safety and sourcing remain.
The sideeffects of taking finasteride as a treatment for hair loss, with particular focus on its sexual and psychiatric sideeffects; research has indicated that there are high and low outliers in terms of prevalence of sexual sideeffects, but it is usually between 3-5%, while evidence of lasting sexual sideeffects comes from lower quality sources.
The user experienced sideeffects from RU58841, including dry eyes and potential eyesight issues, and decided to stop using it. They confirmed the product's legitimacy but advised caution due to its experimental status and lack of safety data.
Concerns about CosmeRNA safety mechanisms and potential sideeffects. Discussion includes comparisons to Fluridil and questions about nanoparticle specificity and siRNA stability.