Combining topical finasteride with RU58841 for hair loss treatment. Users discuss the effectiveness and potential side effects of oral and topical finasteride.
The user is on their 5th week of using pyrilutamide for hair loss without experiencing side effects and has noticed slight hair growth. They also use minoxidil with finasteride and dutasteride as part of their treatment regimen.
The conversation discusses the need for a localized 5-alpha reductase inhibitor that only affects the scalp without systemic side effects, similar to pyrilutamide's approach. Current treatments like topical liposomal finasteride and dutasteride are mentioned, but concerns about their systemic effects and lack of research are highlighted.
Finasteride can increase total testosterone and potentially raise estrogen levels, leading to side effects. Biotin in combined tablets can falsely elevate thyroid hormone levels in blood tests.
User experienced good results with topical finasteride, noting reduced DHT and increased testosterone. They plan to revert to a lower dosage after observing slight libido reduction.
Concerns about the long-term safety of VDPHL01, an extended-release minoxidil, due to potential risks similar to Cantu syndrome, were raised, highlighting the lack of monitoring for chronic connective tissue changes. The conversation suggests that while the treatment may improve hair growth, it could lead to issues not detected in short-term trials.
The conversation is about making a topical solution from clascoterone powder, with references to using a RU58841 mixing guide for guidance. Concerns about product authenticity and bulk purchase requirements are also discussed.
The conversation is about finding a legitimate source for RU58841 in Germany, with suggestions including Receptorchem and GeneTherica. Anageninc and Chemyo do not deliver to Germany.
The solution contains minoxidil, finasteride, azelaic acid, caffeine, retinoic acid, and procapil. Users suggest minoxidil with tretinoin and a 5-alpha reductase inhibitor, while dismissing retinoic and azelaic acids as unnecessary.
The conversation discusses using 23andme to determine if someone might respond well to minoxidil for hair loss treatment, and mentions the user's personal experience with micro-needling and minoxidil.
PP405 is a new hair loss treatment showing early promise with a 20% hair density increase, but skepticism exists due to past failures of similar treatments like Pyrilutamide, RU58841, and Bimatoprost. Users debate its potential effectiveness, with some hopeful due to Google's involvement, while others urge caution without more evidence.
Finasteride prescriptions in France now require an annual certificate acknowledging psychiatric and sexual risks, as the European Medicines Agency recognizes these risks. The conversation discusses the potential mental health effects of Finasteride, with some users reporting side effects and others questioning the statistical significance of these findings.
PP405 is a new hair growth stimulant different from Minoxidil, currently in phase 2 trials. Users discuss its potential, safety concerns, and the long wait before it might be available.
The conversation is about compounding topical cyclosporine for hair loss, suggesting it needs an oil base like castor oil. The user seeks tips or tricks for the process.
Clascoterone solution is in Phase III trials for male androgenetic alopecia, with results expected in the second half of 2025. Commercialization is anticipated in about 2-3 years, but there are concerns about delays and market expectations.
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.
User Arrosis shared their 1-week experience using Pyrilutamide for hair loss, noticing reduced shedding and increased libido but also experiencing headaches, dizziness, and nipple sensitivity. They plan to try a lower frequency to see if it helps with side effects.
The conversation lists hair loss treatments including finasteride, dutasteride, RU58841, pyrilutamide, breezula, and fluridil, and suggests ketoconazole as another option. Some users warn against using certain treatments like cyproterone acetate, bicalutamide, and spironolactone due to their strong anti-androgen effects and potential impact on masculinity.
Pyrilutamide (KX-826) is being discussed as a potential hair loss treatment, with some users reporting no regrowth after three months. It may prevent further hair loss but might not promote regrowth unless combined with Minoxidil.
NMN is considered safe to use with dutasteride, and it may help reduce grey hairs. Combining NMN with creatine, whey protein, fish oil, and dutasteride is not seen as excessive.
The conversation discusses interest in peptides for hair loss, specifically mentioning ahkCU and ghkCU. A user is considering adding ghkCU to their treatment regimen.
A user experienced mild side effects from 0.5mg finasteride daily, including increased estradiol and minor gynecomastia. They are considering taking a low dose of exemestane to reduce estrogen levels.
A 19-year-old is considering whether to continue finasteride at 0.5mg every other day due to concerns about side effects. They are seeking advice on dosage frequency and potential side effects, noting no issues so far.
Spraying pyrilutamide on the crown area shows noticeable improvement compared to using a dropper. Applying directly to the vertex is challenging without wasting the product.
Dr. Toyos is recruiting more participants for a larger trial on hair loss treatments. The discussion mentions Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 as potential treatments.
A user shared a 9-month update on using 0.25mg finasteride daily for hair maintenance, reporting no significant side effects and considering whether to add other treatments like a dermastamp or ketoconazole. The user has not used minoxidil, believes it's unnecessary unless hair loss is severe, and occasionally takes biotin supplements.
The FDA will now require only one clinical trial for drug approval, potentially speeding up the release of hair loss treatments like PP405. Pelage is expected to present full results of PP405 Phase 2a trials and move to Phase III in mid-2026.
The user has been using liposomal topical finasteride since late 2022, progressively increasing the dose, but DHT serum levels remain largely unchanged. Despite using finasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, and ketoconazole, hair condition has neither improved nor worsened.
Pyrilutamide is seen as effective for maintaining hair without regrowth, while Minoxidil is known for growing new hair but causes shedding of old hairs. There is a question if using Pyrilutamide would inhibit the hair regrowth effects of Minoxidil.
The conversation is about the availability of gt20029 for hair loss treatment, indicating that it will not be available for purchase soon. No specific treatments were discussed.