Switching from finasteride to a generic dutasteride led to unexpectedly high DHT levels, prompting a switch to a reputed brand and consideration of softgel capsules for better absorption. The user plans to retest DHT levels and may return to finasteride if issues persist.
The user had high DHT levels after 8 months on dutasteride, questioning the drug's authenticity. They got dutasteride from a legitimate source and will update on progress.
The conversation discusses using Bimatoprost for eyebrow regrowth and its potential use on the hairline, with concerns about cost and side effects. Alternatives like topical Minoxidil are mentioned, but the user is worried about aging and acne.
N-Acetyl-Cysteine (NAC) is being explored for treating hair loss, but users report mixed results. Some also mention using Quercetin and Resveratrol without significant hair improvement.
The conversation is about a person starting treatment with RU58841 for hair loss. They are asked to share progress pictures to show if the treatment is effective.
Creatine may increase scalp DHT without affecting serum DHT, potentially speeding up male pattern baldness (MPB) for those genetically prone. Treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
Fluridil degrades androgen receptors, which are prevalent in the scalp and other tissues. People with androgenetic alopecia (AGA) may have higher expression of these receptors and 5AR activity in affected scalp areas.
High dose niacin (1000mg daily) seems to have halted hair loss but did not regrow lost hair. The user plans to continue due to additional benefits like lower stress and higher good cholesterol.
Testing the effectiveness of Verteporfin as a potential treatment for hair loss, with users discussing their thoughts on its long-term results. Treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841.
The user is using finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride for hair loss, but stopped dutasteride due to side effects. They plan to have a hair transplant in December 2024 at Vanity Hospital in Istanbul, aiming for at least 4500 grafts.
A user shared their 9-month post-hair transplant results with 4600 grafts, using only Nourkin hair vitamins, Vitamin D, and B12, and expressed satisfaction. The replies debated the necessity of medications like finasteride and minoxidil for maintaining hair health.
An 18-year-old is using a high-dose treatment for hair loss, including 2.5 mg dutasteride, topical minoxidil, and injectable GHK-Cu, despite minimal hair loss. Many users suggest reducing the dutasteride dose due to potential side effects and recommend starting with finasteride instead.
The conversation discusses using minoxidil with retinol for hair loss treatment. Users share their experiences and opinions on the effectiveness of this combination.
A 20-year-old is experiencing hair thinning due to vitamin D deficiency and has completed a vitamin D prescription without seeing improvement. Suggestions include waiting a few months for potential regrowth or considering treatments like minoxidil or finasteride for androgenetic alopecia.
A user's experience with hair loss and scalp inflammation, which was alleviated by using RU58841 along with finasteride and dutasteride. A theory of inflammation possibly being a cause of hairloss is also discussed.
Vitamin D tests like D2, D3, and 25-hydroxyvitamin D are discussed before starting hair treatment. Vitamin D can be obtained from food, but overdose has side effects.
Hair loss treatments discussed include Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841. Users share experiences with Finasteride, mentioning watery semen as a side effect and weighing its importance against maintaining hair.
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.
The conversation discusses starting finasteride 1mg daily for hair loss and mentions a high baseline DHT level. Users comment on the unusually high DHT level and its potential causes.
PG solvent is considered superior to K&B solvent for RU58841 and Pyralutamide due to cost and effectiveness. The user questions why they should use K&B when PG offers more benefits.
OP experienced significant hair regrowth after recovering from iron deficiency anemia and starting minoxidil. They suspect anemia contributed more to their hair loss than androgenetic alopecia (AGA).
User is using minoxidil with tretinoin 0.025% and experiencing peeling and burning on the scalp. They are unsure if it's effective or if they are using it too frequently.
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.
The user is experiencing hair loss after a hair transplant and is considering using fluridil (Eucapil) and possibly alfatradiol as treatments, as they couldn't tolerate finasteride or minoxidil. The manufacturer of Eucapil confirmed they won't produce higher concentrations due to lack of efficacy.
Scalp biopsies are crucial for diagnosing hair loss conditions like Diffuse Unpatterned Alopecia (DUPA) and retrograde hair loss, as treatments like finasteride and dutasteride may not be effective if other conditions are present. Combining PPAR-GAMMA agonists with retinoids could improve treatments for conditions like Lichen Planopilaris.
A dermatologist prescribed a topical hair loss treatment containing finasteride, biotin, melatonin, and caffeine without alcohol. The user is skeptical about its effectiveness.
Creatine supplementation may increase DHT levels, potentially affecting hair loss. A study is examining this effect, with participants taking 5 grams of creatine daily for six months.