A user has been taking finasteride for 7 months and is experiencing watery semen as the only side effect. They are considering taking zinc supplements to improve this condition.
The conversation discusses using cyproterone temporarily to reverse hair loss, followed by finasteride to maintain regrowth. Concerns about cyproterone's side effects, such as lowering testosterone and potential health risks, are raised, with alternatives like spironolactone suggested for androgen-related issues.
The conversation is about a user considering joining a clinical study for Clascoterone (Breezula) after experiencing no results with topical finasteride and minoxidil, and side effects from oral finasteride. The user is seeking advice on clinical study participation and experiences.
Switching from topical finasteride to oral Dutasteride and using Fluridil caused persistent testicular discomfort. The discomfort did not subside after stopping Fluridil, raising concerns about Dutasteride's role.
The conversation discusses treating male pattern baldness in a transgender woman using cyproterone acetate, finasteride, and biotin. The original poster shared their experience for others who might be in a similar situation.
Kintor Pharmaceutical's stock rise suggests potential positive news about Pyrilutamide, a topical anti-androgen. GT20029 may also compete with existing treatments like finasteride and dutasteride.
A user is joining a clinical trial for Clascoterone, a drug approved for acne but being tested for hair loss. They previously tried finasteride with limited success and plan to share updates on their experience with the new treatment.
The user experienced side effects from low-dose topical finasteride and is considering using clascoterone (CB-03-01) despite concerns about its risks and cost. They seek advice on its effectiveness and potential side effects compared to other treatments like alfatradiol and fluridil.
A male in his early 20s with CCCA (scarring alopecia) started treatment with Finasteride, Fluocinolone, and Doxycycline. Steroid injections were suggested but not yet done.
Pyrilutamide is officially available for purchase, and users suggest Fluridil as an alternative topical anti-androgen. Some users report positive results with pyrilutamide from Koshine.
The user experienced bladder and prostate discomfort after taking finasteride and stopped the medication, but symptoms returned upon resuming at a lower dose. The doctor suggested trying dutasteride as an alternative.
The user is struggling with seborrheic dermatitis and plans to try ciclopirox olamine after finding ketoconazole too drying. They are also using finasteride daily.
The user started using pyrilutamide for hair loss on January 24, applying 1ml daily without other treatments, and after 10 days noticed reduced hair shedding and improved hair quality, with plans to continue for at least 6 months. They experienced chest pain initially, which could be related to starting methylphenidate or pyrilutamide, but the pain has since subsided.
The drugs RU-58841, Pyrilutamide (KX-826), Apalutamide, Enzalutamide, and Darolutamide, which are nonsteroidal antiandrogens (NSAA), potentially impacting male fertility. Pyrilutamide, similar to Enzalutamide, may have reversible effects on fertility.
The user has been using finasteride for 3 years with good results and wants to switch to dutasteride combined with tamsulosin. They are seeking more information about tamsulosin.
Finasteride can cause pelvic or urethral discomfort for some users. Reducing the dose to 0.25 mg on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays is being considered as a potential solution.
The effects of Finasteride on hair loss and its side-effects, such as aching balls. The user has been taking it for two years with no changes to the symptom.
A user is seeking information on clinics in Toronto offering dutasteride mesotherapy as an alternative to oral dutasteride while trying to conceive. They are looking for recommendations and information.
A user who has been using Pyrilutamide for 19 days, experiencing some hair thickening in the right temple and crown area but also having ball ache after microneedling; other users offer advice, caution and skepticism as to whether results can be seen in such a short time.
Clascoterone is suggested as an alternative for those who experience side effects from finasteride and dutasteride. It is not widely available yet, but some users are obtaining it from compounding pharmacies or suppliers like Echemi.
A user in the UAE is facing customs issues with ordering Fluridil (Eucapil) and is considering ordering smaller quantities or switching to Pyrilutamide. They are also using finasteride daily to maintain hair and are unsure of Fluridil's effectiveness.
The user experienced side effects from ecklonia cava similar to those reported with finasteride, including depression, brain fog, anxiety, and testicular pain. Despite these issues, the user is still considering using topical finasteride in the future.
A 16-year-old researching and trying Pyrilutamide for hair loss treatment, reporting back on side effects experienced after one week of use; the reported side effects included testicle pain, headache, and increased shedding. Libido and sexual performance seemed unaffected.
Dutasteride and finasteride can cause watery ejaculate, which may persist for some users. Zinc supplements or switching to topical treatments are suggested to alleviate this side effect.
A person experienced severe sexual side effects, including loss of libido and erectile dysfunction, after using finasteride and dutasteride for hair loss. They stopped the medications and sought advice, but recovery was slow and uncertain.
A user successfully managed finasteride-induced gyno symptoms by making lifestyle changes, including fasting, avoiding soy, and increasing cardio. They resumed finasteride with a lower dose combined with minoxidil and P7 vitamins without recurrence of symptoms.
Concerns about the long-term effects of dutasteride and finasteride on fertility, with discussions on cycling these medications to mitigate risks. The conversation highlights skepticism about study methodologies and the importance of weighing treatment risks against potential fertility issues.
Clascoterone's full trial results are expected by mid-July 2026, but skepticism exists about timely release. Clascoterone is available at 5% from some telehealth companies.
User started oral finasteride 0.33mg daily and later made a topical solution with cetirizine and stemoxydine. They experienced hair growth progress after 8-9 months and discussed factors affecting their results.
PCOS female visited doctor for hair loss concerns, prescribed spironolactone and minox 5%. Doctor advised against finasteride or dutasteride, user considering self-medication with dutasteride.