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community How come dutasteride doesn't lower allopregnanolone, but finasteride does?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 13 upvotes 1 year ago

Finasteride significantly lowers allopregnanolone levels, while dutasteride's effect is less clear and may vary. Some users speculate that dutasteride might be healthier for the brain due to its different inhibition pathways.

community Alfatradiol Experience (2 months)

in Treatment 12 upvotes 5 years ago

User experienced side effects 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 side effects.

community Pyrilutamide application questions

in Treatment 3 upvotes 2 years ago

Sprocketshead asks if pyrilutamide can be applied with minoxidil, and inquires about its consistency and odor. They want to know if it's more high maintenance than topical minoxidil.

community Dut 0.5 EOD/MWF vs Fin 1 ED. What should I do?

in General 75 upvotes 10 months ago

The user is experiencing side effects from Dutasteride 0.5 mg and is considering reducing its frequency or switching back to Finasteride, while continuing with Minoxidil 2.5 mg to preserve their hairline. They are unsure if the increased Minoxidil dose is sufficient for regrowth.

community M23 on Hims Fin and Min solution for 4 months now progress

in Progress Pictures 149 upvotes 2 years ago

The conclusion of the conversation is that some users have seen positive results with the use of finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss, while others have not. It is mentioned that consistent use of these treatments is necessary to maintain results.

community Anyone hear of Ursolic Acid?

in Question 3 upvotes 6 years ago

Ursolic acid, found in apple peels, lemongrass, rosemary, and lavender, may have anti-androgen effects similar to finasteride. It might be beneficial for hair health when used with other treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841.

community RU58841 and Min - topical 50 mg each day

in Progress Pictures 6 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation is about a person's hair improvement after 14.5 months using RU58841 and Minoxidil topically at 50 mg each day, with noticeable hairline improvement but incomplete crown area recovery. The person struggles to take good pictures of their crown area.

community 11 months of finasteride use, but side effects are becoming increasingly real

in Finasteride 26 upvotes 8 years ago

A user experienced severe sexual side effects and man boobs after 11 months of finasteride use, despite initial positive results for hair growth. They are discontinuing finasteride and caution others about potential risks, suggesting that side effects may be more common than reported.

community Hormone Management Advice - Aromatase Inhibitors , SHBG Blockers

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 4 upvotes 7 months ago

The user plans to switch from minoxidil to finasteride or dutasteride for hair loss, while managing hormones with aromatase inhibitors and SHBG blockers. They seek advice on the best options for these treatments, considering past side effects and future therapies.

community 0.25mg Fin every day, 2 months status report

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 10 upvotes 4 years ago

A user reported increased shedding and some side effects like ball ache and potential watery semen after taking 0.25mg of finasteride daily for two months, but noted a high sex drive and considered the shedding a possible sign of new hair growth. Other users discussed dosage differences, with some suggesting starting with a smaller dose and monitoring effects, while others shared their experiences with no shedding or hair growth yet.

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