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      community Diy dutesteride please help MCT oil or PG?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user is making their own dutasteride solution using MCT oil but is concerned about its effectiveness and bioavailability. They are considering using propylene glycol or adding ethanol for better results, while others suggest the current dosage might be excessive.

      community what's an effective natural dht blocker other than fin?

      in Chat  4 upvotes 4 years ago
      Curcumin, found in turmeric, may reduce DHT levels and hair loss, similar to finasteride, but without its side effects. However, natural DHT blockers are generally considered too weak to make a significant difference in hair loss.

      community Clascoterone - what we have right now

      in Research/Science  22 upvotes 2 months ago
      Clascoterone is a topical treatment for androgenetic alopecia, showing modest to moderate hair regrowth, and may be available by 2027-2028. It is considered safer than finasteride, with discussions on its effectiveness compared to RU58841 and pyrilutamide.

      community The urge to buy Clascoterone 5% solution

      in Research/Science  10 upvotes 4 months ago
      Clascoterone 5% solution is not yet commercially available, with only the 1% solution currently sold for acne. Users discuss the potential of Clascoterone as a hair loss treatment, comparing it to other anti-androgens like RU58841 and Eucapil.

      community oral minoxidil collagen contradiction

      in Minoxidil  13 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses concerns about oral minoxidil potentially aging the face by affecting collagen, questioning its systemic effects. The user has successfully used topical minoxidil for years and is hesitant to switch to oral minoxidil.

      community Breezula Phase 3 confusion - did they change something?

      in Chat  10 upvotes 3 months ago
      Breezula's phase 2 showed reduced efficacy after 6 months, but phase 3 had positive results, causing confusion about any changes made to the drug. There is frustration over the long timeline for hair loss treatments, with some users expressing more interest in other potential treatments like GT-20029.

      community Duasteride and breast tissue accumulation.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user is experiencing breast tissue growth from taking dutasteride and minoxidil, and is considering reducing the dosage or stopping the medication. Suggestions include seeing an endocrinologist, using Raloxifene or Arimidex, and considering topical treatments or surgery if necessary.

      community I gotta get this off my chest, i gotta split something

      in Satire  9 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is a satirical expression of frustration over hair loss, mentioning treatments like spironolactone, microneedling, and topical applications, with references to various hair loss products and personalities in the community.
      FCE 28260: A Forgotten 5α-Reductase Inhibitor

      community FCE 28260: A Forgotten 5α-Reductase Inhibitor

      in Research  330 upvotes 1 year ago
      FCE 28260 (PNU 156765), an under-explored 5α-reductase inhibitor, showcases promising results in research by Giudici et al., outperforming well-known treatments like Finasteride in reducing the conversion of testosterone to DHT. Its superior efficacy, demonstrated through lower IC50 values in both natural and human recombinant enzyme studies, suggests it could offer more effective management of DHT-related conditions. Additionally, its lower molecular weight hints at better potential for topical application, potentially offering advantages in treating conditions such as androgenic alopecia. Despite its potential, it has not advanced in development, possibly due to financial limitations, leaving its therapeutic prospects and side effect profile largely unexplored.

      community What do we currently know about clascoterone?

      in Chat  6 upvotes 3 months ago
      Clascoterone is seen as a promising topical treatment for hair loss, similar to finasteride but without side effects, though concerns exist about its long-term effectiveness. Other treatments discussed include topical minoxidil, ketoconazole, microneedling, and oral options like dutasteride and minoxidil.

      community Why can't you drink caffeine after PRP?

      in Treatment  10 upvotes 4 years ago
      The conversation discusses avoiding caffeine after Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) treatment for hair loss because caffeine is a vasoconstrictor, which can reduce blood flow and hinder the healing process that PRP aims to promote.

      community Breezula CB-03-01

      in Treatment  11 upvotes 6 years ago
      The conversation is about a potential new hair loss treatment called Breezula CB-03-01. Users are discussing updates on its development and sharing personal experiences with making or using it.

      community Female, 30, PCOS diagnosis, MPB Norwood 2. Endo refuses to give anything other than Spironolactone. Feel like I’m at my wit’s end here.

      in Female  55 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 30-year-old female with PCOS and male pattern baldness is frustrated with her endocrinologist's recommendation of only Spironolactone and minoxidil, feeling that dutasteride, finasteride, and progesterone would be more effective. Other users suggest various online sources for treatments, warn against self-medicating due to potential risks, and recommend seeking a specialized endocrinologist or considering additional treatments like Inositol, Berberine, and dermaneedling.

      community BREEZULA COVID UPDATE: Filing for Special Protocol Assessment with FDA

      in Research/Science  63 upvotes 5 years ago
      The conversation discusses the progress of Clascoterone (Breezula) for hair loss treatment, noting that COVID-19 delayed female trials by three months but Phase III trials for males are proceeding with a Special Protocol Assessment filed with the FDA. Users express hope for Breezula as an alternative to existing treatments like finasteride and minoxidil, despite concerns about its potential high cost.

      community Why is dutasteride's volume of distribution so much bigger than finasteride? Is it more lipophilic and crosses barriers better?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  24 upvotes 1 year ago
      Dutasteride has a larger volume of distribution than finasteride due to its lipophilic nature, allowing it to concentrate in hydrophobic areas and making it difficult to excrete. A user experiencing hair loss has been using oral finasteride for 10 months with minimal regrowth and is considering switching to dutasteride or adding oral minoxidil.

      community GT20029. Kintor Pharma’s Product

      in Research/Science  13 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation discusses GT20029, a compound by Kintor Pharma that degrades androgen receptors and is in trials, with potential as a hair loss cure. Another promising treatment mentioned is an antibody that blocks prolactin and has shown positive results in macaques.

      community The New, Improved CB-03-01/Setipiprant Group Buy

       27 upvotes 9 years ago
      The group buy for CB-03-01, a topical anti-androgen for hair loss, was postponed and refunded due to issues with the product's form and solubility. The product, also known as Breezula, is an alternative to finasteride with fewer side effects, but its official release is delayed until 2021.

      community finasteride vs "natural" DHT blockers

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  10 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation discusses challenges in obtaining finasteride in the Netherlands and explores alternatives like natural DHT blockers and topical finasteride. Suggestions include consulting different doctors or dermatologists and considering cost-effective options like cutting higher-dose tablets.

      community Since there is so much hype for cosmeRNA and HMI-115...

      in Chat  47 upvotes 3 years ago
      Exploring different treatments for hair loss, such as cosmeRNA and HMI-115 which are small interference messenger RNA that inhibits the DHT receptor and an antibody that binds to the prolactin (PRL) receptor respectively; and researching mechanism and environment of hyperresponders.

      community Combining spironolactone with koshine?

      in Chat 1 year ago
      Combining spironolactone with koshine might enhance the effect of blocking androgen receptors for hair loss treatment. The user suggests adding crushed spironolactone pills to koshine.

      community Group Buy for MR antagonist finerenone

      in Product  11 upvotes 2 years ago
      User discusses group buy for finerenone, a third-gen mineralocorticoid antagonist for hair loss treatment. Finerenone inhibits TGFb, NOX, and ROS, and improves renal and cardiac function; topical dose should be no more than 10mg per day.

      community Is Stemoxydine a DHT blocker.?

      in Product  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      Stemoxydine is not a DHT blocker; it works independently to stimulate hair growth. Users discussed its function and clarified it does not block DHT.

      community Why Is No One Talking About Chromosome 20?

      in Chat  32 upvotes 7 months ago
      Some hair loss may be linked to chromosome 20, which isn't affected by DHT blockers like finasteride. Treatments like minoxidil, microneedling, and genetic testing are suggested, but their effectiveness for this type of hair loss is uncertain.