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community 8 Months on Dutasreride and Hair Loss Progressively Worse

in Treatments 80 upvotes 1 year ago

The user switched from finasteride to dutasteride eight months ago due to worsening hair loss but continues to experience hair thinning and seeks advice on additional treatments. They are asking for suggestions on medications, topical therapies, lifestyle changes, or professional treatments.

community Switched to dut about a month ago

in Progress Pictures 5 upvotes 2 months ago

The user switched to dutasteride and saw palmetto, along with a topical mix of minoxidil and finasteride, due to continued hair shedding. They hope for improvement despite concerns about saw palmetto's effectiveness.

community Finasteride vs Dutasteride, some helpfully info I put together as a physician

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 18 upvotes 2 years ago

The conversation discusses the pros and cons of dutasteride for male pattern baldness, with a focus on its long half-life. The user, a physician, also mentions that switching from finasteride to dutasteride can cause temporary hair loss until dutasteride reaches effective levels or accelerates the hair cycle.

community Most available topical DHT blocker other than Fin

in Treatment 8 upvotes 3 years ago

User taking 1mg finasteride daily for 2 years, wants to block more scalp DHT. Seeks reference for additional topical DHT blockers like alfatradiol and fluridil.

community Thought I should share progression of my hormone levels over time

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 1 upvotes 1 year ago

The user shared their hormone levels over time while using finasteride and dutasteride for hair loss. They experienced a significant drop in DHT levels but continued to lose hair, hoping for better results in the future.

community Does caffeine inhibit 5-α-reductase?

in Treatment 4 upvotes 6 years ago

Caffeine may promote hair growth and potentially inhibit 5-α-reductase activity in hair follicles, but its effectiveness and systemic impact remain unclear. Users discuss using topical caffeine solutions, with some experiencing no side effects compared to finasteride.

community 6 months update on minoxidil 5% and dut. 0.5 once a week.

in Is this regrowth? 64 upvotes 9 months ago

The user shared a 6-month update on using topical minoxidil 5% twice daily and dutasteride 0.5 mg weekly, reporting improved hairline and temple regrowth with no side effects. Microneedling was also mentioned as a helpful addition to the treatment.

community 18m 2.5 mg dut + topical min + 5 mg injectable ghk-cu progress. caught agressive loss early seemingly. may i have a few more years of handsomeness upon me.

in Is this regrowth? 24 upvotes 10 months ago

An 18-year-old is using a high-dose treatment for hair loss, including 2.5 mg dutasteride, topical minoxidil, and injectable GHK-Cu, despite minimal hair loss. Many users suggest reducing the dutasteride dose due to potential side effects and recommend starting with finasteride instead.

community ghk-cu is potent 5-ar inhibitor?

in Product 10 upvotes 2 years ago

GHK-Cu is a potent inhibitor of the type 1 5-alpha reductase enzyme in hair follicles, which may reduce hair loss without the side effects associated with type 2 5-alpha reductase inhibitors. The user previously experienced side effects with 5-alpha reductase inhibitors and is considering GHK-Cu as an alternative.

community Is DUT better or worse than FIN?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 62 upvotes 2 years ago

The conversation discusses the effectiveness of Dutasteride (DUT) and Finasteride (FIN) for hair loss. Users share varied experiences, with some finding DUT more effective and others experiencing side effects or no change, highlighting that individual responses can vary.

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