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      community A Quality of Life Guide: 17 Month Update + Regimen

      in Update  9 upvotes 7 years ago
      The user reports success in treating hair loss using finasteride, minoxidil, Nizoral, vitamin D3, biotin, and dermarolling. They noticed improved hair growth, especially after addressing a severe vitamin D deficiency and changing their minoxidil regimen.

      community Is RU58841 worth it? Has anybody seen success on it?

      in Technology  6 upvotes 3 months ago
      RU58841 is used by some for hair loss, with mixed results; one user reported success with no side effects, while another experienced lung and heart issues. RU58841 is often sourced from third-party vendors and used alongside treatments like dutasteride and minoxidil.

      community DHT is higher on DUT than on FIN. Why?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  13 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses the fluctuation of testosterone levels in men under 40 and the difference between serum DHT and scalp DHT. It also mentions that DHT levels are higher on Dutasteride than on Finasteride, which is unusual.

      community 28M 5MG MIN 0.5MG DUT - CROWN FILLING IN

      in Progress Pictures  375 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 28-year-old male reported significant hair regrowth using 5mg minoxidil and 0.5mg dutasteride over five months, with occasional ketoconazole use. Users discussed side effects like stuffy nose and low libido, and shared experiences with different hair loss treatments.

      community long term ru58841 users (3 years+), how is it going for you?

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 10 months ago
      Long-term RU58841 users discuss its effectiveness, with some finding it not worth the cost compared to other treatments like Dutasteride and Minoxidil. One user experienced side effects from a chemical company product, while another is regrowing hair after stopping RU58841.

      community Is 2.5 mg dut really more effective than .5?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  10 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user on .5 mg of dutasteride for hair loss saw no improvement and is considering increasing to 2.5 mg but is unsure of its effectiveness. Another user mentioned that 2.5 mg reduces scalp DHT more and increases hair count more than .5 mg, but the cost and side effects should be considered.

      community Crown recovery update - 7 months of treatment

      in Progress Pictures  1033 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 29-year-old reports positive hair recovery after 7 months using liposomal topical finasteride and minoxidil, low-level light therapy, and vitamins, following a 3600 graft DHI procedure. They experienced no side effects from the topical treatment, unlike with oral finasteride.

      community Ranking of all the topical anti androgens in terms of effectivness?

      in Research/Science  4 upvotes 3 years ago
      There is no reliable ranking for the effectiveness of topical anti-androgens like Fluridil, RU58841, and Pyrilutamide, with limited studies available. Some users suggest Pyrilutamide may be promising based on ongoing trials, while Fluridil combined with finasteride has shown positive results for some individuals.

      community Interpreting pre-finisteride blood panels

      in Chat  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about someone planning to start finasteride for hair loss and wanting to interpret pre-treatment blood panels to assess the risk of side effects like gynecomastia. They list various tests to measure hormone levels and other health indicators.

      community Help interpreting pre-fin bloodwork

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  12 upvotes 5 years ago
      A 20-year-old male is unsure how to interpret his bloodwork results and whether he should take finasteride for hair loss. His bloodwork shows borderline high levels of albumin and testosterone, and high progesterone, but normal levels of other hormones.

      community CTE and lots of shedding for over a year

      in Female  5 upvotes 2 years ago
      A female user has experienced severe hair shedding since stopping birth control in late 2022, diagnosed as telogen effluvium with no signs of androgenetic alopecia. Despite healthy living and optimal bloodwork, she continues to shed hair daily but also sees significant regrowth.

      community Could RU58841 actually worsen hairloss?

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced worsening hair density after using finasteride, dutasteride, and RU58841, suspecting RU58841 might be the cause. They are considering stopping RU58841 after a scalp biopsy, while others share mixed experiences with RU58841's effectiveness.

      community 5mg or 2,5mg oral minoxdixil?

      in Minoxidil  67 upvotes 6 months ago
      Starting with 5 mg of oral minoxidil for faster initial results, then reducing to 2.5 mg to maintain progress. The user seeks opinions on this approach.

      community Ru-58841 vs KX-826/pyrilutamide while on steroids

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  5 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user increased their steroid dosage and noticed hair shedding, so they adjusted their regimen by reducing steroid doses and adding oral dutasteride. They are also experimenting with combining RU-58841 and KX-826/pyrilutamide in minoxidil to address hair loss.

      community "When comparing 5% minoxidil with 0.60 mm or 1.20 mm needle lengths, Faghihi et al. found that 0.60 mm needle lengths led to significant hair count and diameter increases versus 5% minoxidil, whereas 1.20 mm needle lengths only saw hair count increases versus 5% minoxidil"

      in Research/Science  60 upvotes 2 years ago
      Microneedling with 0.6 mm needles combined with 5% minoxidil is more effective for hair count and thickness than minoxidil alone or with 1.2 mm needles. Biweekly microneedling at 0.6 mm depth is recommended for better results in treating androgenetic alopecia.

      community KX-826 Pyrilutamide1% coming soon

      in Update  152 upvotes 1 year ago
      KX-826 Pyrilutamide 1% is launching soon, and users are discussing its potential benefits and drawbacks compared to other treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride. Some users are skeptical about its effectiveness, while others are hopeful it will be a safer alternative.

      community Dutasteride and elevated (LDL) cholesterol

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user switched from finasteride to dutasteride for hair loss and noticed elevated cholesterol levels, questioning if dutasteride caused this change. They also take Vitamin D, biotin, magnesium, ginkgo biloba, omega-3, and NAC, and are concerned about the impact of these supplements and their health on cholesterol levels.

      community 11 month Progress 17-18yo with RU58841*

      in Progress Pictures  49 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced hair regrowth using a combination of Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841, with Minoxidil used initially and the other treatments added later. The user believes the combination of Finasteride and RU58841 contributed to the regrowth, with RU sourced from MVsupplement.

      community Just started my first vial of fluridil

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 2 years ago
      Fluridil was discussed as a hair loss treatment, with some users experiencing side effects like lethargy and chest tightness. Users also mentioned other treatments like RU58841 and finasteride, with mixed opinions on their effectiveness.

      community Starting Pyrilutamide BID. First dose was yesterday. Diffuse thinning. I will put my full regimen below.

      in Research/Science  89 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user's regimen to help with their diffuse thinning, which includes taking Pyrilutamide BID, 1mg finasteride daily, 2.5mg oral minoxidil daily, topical minoxidil since August 2021, LLLT every two days, topical fin, progesterone, melatonin, minoxidil (started one week ago), pumpkin seed oil and not dermarolling; other commenters suggested Nizoral for dandruff control and caution when using pre-mixed products with Pyrilutamide.

      community Anyone tried CB-03-01?does it work ?

      in Research/Science  2 upvotes 11 months ago
      CB-03-01, also known as Breezula, is being considered as an alternative to DHT blockers for hair loss. Users are discussing its effectiveness, potential regrowth, side effects like scalp irritation, and hormonal impacts.