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Hair loss treatments discussed include 200mg Spiro, bicalutamide, and finasteride. Endocrinologist advises against bicalutamide and finasteride due to potency and risks.

A user considering switching from finasteride to dutasteride for hair loss is seeking advice on how to get a prescription, with suggestions to ask their primary care physician or consult a dermatologist, and mentions of telehealth options for obtaining the prescription.

A 29-year-old woman with genetic hair loss started using 0.5 dutasteride a week ago and has noticed increased shedding, no sexual side effects, and less oily skin. She plans to provide updates and is not concerned about potential birth defects as she doesn't plan to have more children.

The conversation jokes about hair loss treatments, mentioning finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, microneedling, ketoconazole shampoo, and rosemary oil as if they were players in a game. Some users also discuss the use of finasteride for prostate issues and the possibility of splitting the dose.

The user has been taking 2.5 mg of dutasteride for 6 months and using minoxidil topically for 3 years but hasn't seen significant hair regrowth, only a slight decrease in hair loss. Suggestions include switching to oral minoxidil, adding microneedling, or using growth agonists like bimatoprost to improve results.

The conversation discusses whether to switch from Finasteride to Dutasteride for hair loss treatment. Some suggest switching to Dutasteride now due to its effectiveness, while others recommend waiting to see how Finasteride performs, especially if there are no side effects.

A user shared their 2-year progress using finasteride every other day with no side effects. Others discussed their experiences, shedding cycles, and patience with the treatment.

The conversation is about considering switching from Fluridil to Pyrilutamide for hair loss treatment. Pyrilutamide is suggested to be more effective, with a recommendation to use the 1% variant twice daily.

A user is seeking suggestions for a custom hair lotion mix containing minoxidil, finasteride, caffeine, niacinamide, and biotin. Another user suggests adding tretinoin, topical valproate, and bimatoprost.

TDM-105795 showed promising hair growth results, with higher efficacy than placebo and minimal side effects. It activates dormant hair follicle stem cells and may maintain gains without immediate loss, unlike minoxidil.

The conversation discusses sourcing topical dutasteride for hair loss treatment, with mentions of Dr. Mwamba's products and Farmacia Prati as potential suppliers. Additional treatments like topical tocotrienols and botox are suggested as extensions to the regimen.

The user experienced no significant improvement in hair loss despite using Dutasteride, oral Minoxidil, and previously RU58841, and is uncertain if changes in medication or stopping RU58841 worsened the condition. Some users noted no change or slight improvement, while others suggested the possibility of Dutasteride causing issues.

The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically the progress made with Pyrilutamide over 15 months. One person suggests using oral Minoxidil or Dutasteride, but another mentions experiencing negative side effects from oral Finasteride.

The post discusses speeding up verteporfin trials for hair loss treatment. The original poster, involved in the trials, requests help in crowdsourcing doctor emails to spread awareness and gather more support for the trials.

High prolactin levels can cause hair loss, and finasteride may increase prolactin. Cabergoline or Vitamin B6 might lower prolactin, but combining them with finasteride requires caution.

The conversation discusses using topical dutasteride with a dermapen for hair loss treatment. The user is deciding between liposomal and mesosomal formulations for this purpose.

Increasing dutasteride from 0.5mg to 2.5mg may not significantly reduce hair loss and can cause side effects like sleep disturbances and brain fog. Many users find 0.5mg effective enough, while some switch to topical finasteride due to side effects.

Finasteride and creatine are discussed for hair loss, with mixed opinions on creatine's impact. Some users report no hair loss with creatine, while others experience shedding, but finasteride is generally seen as effective.

The conversation is about the effectiveness of a hair loss treatment product containing 0.01% Latanoprost, with the user considering trying it as a vehicle for RU58841. The user questions whether the dosage is too low to be effective.

PP405 is advancing to Phase 2b trials, showing promise from Phase 2a. It may be available in 3-6 years, with trials using a topical gel.

Dutasteride might be better for hairline due to varying levels of 5AR activity in scalps. Genetic tests can determine if finasteride is enough or if dutasteride is needed.

The conversation discusses concerns about using Ashwagandha with Dutasteride for hair loss, as Ashwagandha may increase testosterone and potentially affect DHT levels. Users generally agree that the increase in DHT is minimal and unlikely to impact the effectiveness of Dutasteride significantly.

The user has been using 0.5mg Dutasteride daily and topical Minoxidil but is experiencing worsening hair density and is considering switching to Finasteride, increasing the Dutasteride dose, or adding RU58841. They are also considering microneedling and have concerns about the effectiveness of generic Dutasteride compared to branded versions.

The user is documenting their experience with oral dutasteride (dut) 0.5 mg and minoxidil (min) 5 mg for hair loss, planning to add RU58841 after three months. They previously used finasteride with success and are now experiencing increased shedding but also new hair growth.

A long-term finasteride user is considering switching to dutasteride due to hair loss progression. Users share experiences with switching, noting side effects and varying effectiveness, with some experiencing shedding and others maintaining their hairline.

The user resumed taking 5mg oral minoxidil and 0.5mg dutasteride daily, with vitamins, and noticed hair regrowth. They switched from finasteride to dutasteride due to side effects and prefer oral minoxidil over topical for convenience and effectiveness.

OP is considering using Stemoxydine or the Ordinary Multi Peptide Hair Serum as a carrier for topical finasteride, avoiding minoxidil due to palpitations. They plan to crush finasteride pills into a 30 ml solution.

The user has been using dutasteride 0.5mg and oral minoxidil 2.5mg for 1.5 years and is concerned about hair loss despite visible improvement. Others suggest continuing the treatment, adding microneedling, PRP sessions, or consulting a doctor for further advice.

The user switched from finasteride to dutasteride and experienced noticeable hair regrowth without side effects, though some users questioned the necessity of such a potent treatment given the minimal hair loss. The conversation also touched on potential side effects of dutasteride, such as reduced sperm quality, but the user reported no issues.

A 22-year-old male has been using Dutasteride 0.5 mg every other day and Minoxidil 5% daily since December 2024 for hair loss, with no side effects reported. Users discuss varying dosages of Dutasteride, with some expressing concerns about higher doses.