Users discuss switching from finasteride to dutasteride for hair loss treatment. Some report better results with dutasteride, including hair regrowth and stabilization.
The impact of creatine on DHT levels, and whether it could cause accelerated male pattern baldness (MPB). The user taking a 5 alpha reductase inhibitor found that their DHT levels actually reduced despite taking creatine for nine weeks. Replies suggested looking into testosterone levels as well and debating the safety of creatine use in relation to MPB.
TDM-105795 is a potential hair growth stimulant that works differently from minoxidil and could be used alongside it for enhanced growth. It completed phase 2 trials in 2024, with a medium to high chance of release in 2026, but lacks recent updates or phase 3 trial information.
A user shared their hair regrowth progress using oral finasteride, biotin, topical minoxidil, and DS thickening shampoo over five months, reporting significant improvements in hair texture and growth. They experienced minor side effects like a slight headache from switching minoxidil forms but noted no issues with finasteride.
A user shared progress photos after 37 days of using 0.5mg dutasteride for hair loss at age 17. The discussion focuses on the effectiveness of this treatment.
Derek has maintained his hair for over a decade using dutasteride, keto shampoo, and previously minoxidil, despite early hair loss and family history of baldness. Other users discuss their own hair loss treatments, including combinations of oral minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, RU58841, nizoral, microneedling, and low-level laser therapy.
A user is experiencing side effects like less hard erections and sensitive nipples while on finasteride, with bloodwork showing high prolactin levels. They are seeking suggestions to address the prolactin issue.
The post and conversation are about a user's 6-month hair loss progress using 0.5 mg dutasteride daily and 2.5 mg oral minoxidil daily. Users congratulate the progress and discuss the effectiveness of the treatment.
A user shared their experience with hair loss and a hair transplant at the Scandinavian Hair Institute, using finasteride every other day as part of their regimen. They expressed satisfaction with the transplant results and decided against using minoxidil due to its inconvenience and potential side effects.
The conversation discusses a 13-month hair loss treatment update using dutasteride, minoxidil, nizoral, and a 1.5mm derma roller, with the original poster reporting no side effects and some improvement in hair thickness. Participants request before-and-after pictures with consistent hairstyles to better assess the treatment's effectiveness.
The post discusses a successful hair loss treatment involving a hair transplant, finasteride, and minoxidil. The user underwent a 2000 graft hair transplant at the hairline in a clinic in Sweden.
Dutasteride Mesotherapy for hair loss is discussed, noting its potential to lower scalp DHT without side effects. Concerns include the inconvenience of injections, lack of reputable studies, and availability issues.
A user underwent a 3750 graft hair transplant in Turkey, initially promised 4500 grafts, and is satisfied with the results despite some concerns about donor site size and crown coverage. The user has been on medications like finasteride and minoxidil for about four months and may consider a second transplant in the future.
A 21-year-old male suffering from male pattern baldness is using topical finasteride and minoxidil, and oral minoxidil. His bloodwork shows normal DHT levels and slightly high testosterone, leading to discussions about the role of DHT sensitivity in hair loss, the potential impact of finasteride on his DHT levels, and the suggestion to proceed with oral finasteride due to his high testosterone.
The user is taking 1mg Dutasteride, 2.5mg oral Minoxidil, topical Minoxidil, 28mg iron, vitamin D3 + K2, and Selenium daily. They are concerned about their receding hairline despite good hair density and crown.
The user has been using a regimen of dutasteride (DUT) and topical minoxidil (1ml once a day) for six months, resulting in hair regrowth and increased thickness. The user reports no side effects and mentions that the shedding phase lasted about a month.
Baby hairs can mature with long-term DHT reduction, and Minoxidil can aid this process. Dutasteride mesotherapy is effective and preferable to oral pills, as it directly targets tissues.
Hair loss treatments, specifically, discussing the effectiveness and side effects of finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841 in various microdoses. It also includes an updated graph which provides information on how different doses affect DHT levels, scalp skin and serum androgen levels, as well as hair count.
Minoxidil and finasteride are being considered for hair loss due to seborrheic dermatitis and male pattern baldness. The user is also using ketoconazole and zinc pyrithione shampoo.
A user reversed hair loss using 0.5 mg of dutasteride daily without side effects. Others noted hair thickening but questioned the absence of minoxidil use.
Scalp Botox may help hair loss by relaxing muscles and increasing blood flow, potentially benefiting conditions other than androgenetic alopecia. DHT affects hair follicles differently, causing tension and hair loss in some areas but not others.
The user experienced initial hair regrowth with topical dutasteride and minoxidil but later faced significant hair shedding, leading to doubts about the effectiveness of topical dutasteride. They plan to continue the treatment for a year and may switch to oral finasteride if no improvement is seen.
A user shared progress pictures 12 months after a hair transplant and daily use of dutasteride. The conversation discusses the quality of comparison photos and the use of hair fibers.
A 35-year-old shared their 1-year hair loss treatment progress using 0.5mg Dutasteride, 5mg oral Minoxidil, topical Minoxidil, and Ducray Anaphase+ shampoo daily, noting significant changes after 4 months despite some shedding. They reported minor side effects and followed their dermatologist's advice for the treatment plan.
2-Deoxy-D-Ribose is discussed as a potential hair loss treatment, but skepticism exists due to lack of human testing. The original poster uses a combination of topical Minoxidil, oral Finasteride, topical RU58841, and other treatments, reporting some hair regrowth but not significant results.
Despite using finasteride and dutasteride for years, the user experienced continued hair thinning and is now visibly balding. They are considering trying minoxidil but are doubtful about its effectiveness.
User shared positive results after 4 months using 1.25mg finasteride, topical minoxidil, daily biotin, and weekly dermarolling. They expressed gratitude to another user for the advice.
User noticed beard and sideburn hair loss, and thinning eyebrows, diagnosed with alopecia barbae and male pattern baldness, and prescribed Desonide cream. User seeks feedback on Desonide cream.
A user experiencing hair loss since age 18 is considering switching from finasteride and minoxidil to dutasteride after poor results and lifestyle choices. They plan to improve their lifestyle and get blood work done to assess treatment effectiveness.
The conversation is about hair loss treatments, including minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, tretinoin, stemoxydine, adenosine, castor oil, baicalin, and bimatoprost. The user shares their nightly and morning routines and discusses the role of DHT in hair loss.