User shared before and after photos of hair regrowth using Dutasteride 5x a week for 19 months. They experienced significant improvement and thanked others for their support.
Follicusan DP is discussed as a potential alternative to Minoxidil without side effects, but information is scarce. It is noted to be of German origin and details on its mechanism are limited.
A long-term finasteride user is considering switching to dutasteride due to hair loss progression. Users share experiences with switching, noting side effects and varying effectiveness, with some experiencing shedding and others maintaining their hairline.
A user is experiencing facial bloating from low-dose topical finasteride due to high estradiol levels and is seeking advice on using DIM to manage this issue, including dosage and brand recommendations.
DIM is suggested to help with estrogen metabolism for those on finasteride or dutasteride, potentially reversing side effects like fat gain and mood changes. Some users doubt its effectiveness, recommending lifestyle changes or consulting a doctor instead.
TGF-B affects hair growth, both causing stem cell division and death depending on amounts. Amplifica's treatment injects Scube3 to increase TGF-B for hair growth.
A 23-year-old with hair loss uses finasteride, minoxidil, and other treatments, considering adding dutasteride due to hairline recession. They seek advice on dutasteride's effectiveness and sourcing.
A 19-year-old is experiencing diffuse thinning and has been on finasteride for 6 months, noticing a slower but still concerning rate of hair loss. They started taking 0.5mg of dutasteride once a week in addition to 1.25mg of finasteride on other days and are seeking advice on this treatment approach.
Bicalutamide and spironolactone are being compared for their effectiveness and safety in treating female pattern hair loss. The conversation seeks advice on which is better to use.
A user switched from finasteride to Avodart (dutasteride) due to the ineffectiveness and poor quality of finasteride in their country. They advise others in similar situations to seek original brands.
The user is experiencing dry, frizzy hair despite using dutasteride and finasteride for hair loss, which may be due to reduced sebum production. Suggestions include using nourishing conditioners, hair oils, and styling products to manage frizz, especially for curly hair.
A 20-year-old is experiencing severe hair loss and is considering using dutasteride and finasteride, worried about potential side effects. They feel depressed and isolated due to hair loss, and are exploring options like hair transplants and hair systems but are hesitant about faking it.
The user shared their experience with Finasteride and Dutasteride for hair loss. They initially had success with Finasteride but switched to Dutasteride after experiencing shedding, which continued, and are now considering a hair transplant.
A pharmacy error resulted in a finasteride solution being 100 times stronger than prescribed, not 10,000 times as initially feared. OP is advised to contact the pharmacy to clarify the preparation before traveling.
A user needs to stop finasteride for 7 days to donate blood due to haemochromatosis. They are concerned if this break will affect their hair loss progress after 6 weeks of use.
Dutasteride is safer than finasteride for long-term use, with fewer sexual side effects. Users experience better hair regrowth and fewer side effects with dutasteride.
The conclusion of this conversation is that the user "DuckSeasonCamelSeasn" found that consuming grapefruit juice prior to taking finasteride or dutasteride helped them become a responder to the medications and regain hair growth. However, there are warnings about potential risks and interactions with other medications, so caution should be exercised.
Follicum discovered that their drug FOL-005 increased hair count by 12 hairs per cm2 in patients with less than 255 hairs per cm2 and is planning a phase 2b trial. They are currently fundraising for the trial, and the drug may also be effective for women.
Belgium disagrees with the EMA and does not authorize the 1 mg oral form of finasteride for androgenic alopecia, citing a negative benefit-risk ratio. Despite this, some individuals in Belgium can still obtain finasteride through prescriptions, and there is debate over its mental health risks versus its benefits for hair loss and other health issues.
Users discuss switching from finasteride to dutasteride for hair loss treatment. Some report better results with dutasteride, including hair regrowth and stabilization.
Breezula protects hair follicles from both testosterone and DHT, unlike finasteride, which only protects against DHT. This could potentially lead to significant hair regrowth, similar to results seen in transgender individuals using hormone blockers.
A 39 year old female who has been taking finasteride for 1.5 months and is experiencing side effects such as muscle and butt shrinkage, and weight loss despite still having tight clothing. The user is seeking advice from those with knowledge of bodybuilding and hormones to help figure out the issue.
Dutasteride significantly improved hair health and reduced shedding for a woman with PCOS and hyperandrogenism, without causing depression or anxiety, unlike finasteride. Dutasteride also helped with PMDD symptoms and had no side effects, though it changed hair texture.
Fluorescent lighting makes hair look thinner, causing concern about appearance. Some users consider treatments like DUT, while others share experiences of hair looking better in different lighting or conditions.
The user successfully managed hair regrowth by using a combination of finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, and specific shampoos to treat seborrheic dermatitis. They emphasize the importance of maintaining a healthy scalp and are considering food intolerance tests to further address inflammation.
A 19-year-old experiencing hair loss tried finasteride but stopped due to potential side effects and is considering dutasteride. They also used topical minoxidil intermittently but didn't see lasting effects.
Concerns about France potentially banning finasteride and dutasteride due to supposed side effects, though no solid evidence supports this action. Users believe a ban is unlikely and discuss ways to obtain the treatments if it occurs.
Finasteride's impact on fertility is discussed, with users sharing experiences of conceiving while on the medication. Concerns about long-term safety are also mentioned.
A user in their early 20s is concerned about minor hair thinning and is considering a hair loss regimen involving PRP sessions, mesotherapy with dutasteride injections, and low-dose finasteride. They dislike minoxidil due to its greasiness and prefer a routine that is easy to maintain.