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      community DUPA - Impossible to cure, so giving up

      in Update  3 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user diagnosed with DUPA tried treatments like dutasteride, finasteride, RU58841, and minoxidil without success and is considering a hair system. They hope for a future cure, possibly with PP405, and others suggest options like scalp biopsy and SMP.

      community What can I expect from dut? Diffuse thinner

      in Treatment  5 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about someone who has been using finasteride and minoxidil for over three years without satisfactory results for hair thinning. They have started using dutasteride and added RU58841 seven months ago but have not seen improvements yet.

      community Before and after of Dut and Oral min at 10 weeks

      in Update  35 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair growth using 0.5 mg Dutasteride and 5 mg oral Minoxidil over 10 weeks, with initial shedding but no side effects. The treatment was surprisingly affordable at $7 for a 3-month supply.

      community How Do You Get A Dut Prescription?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  14 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user considering switching from finasteride to dutasteride for hair loss is seeking advice on how to get a prescription, with suggestions to ask their primary care physician or consult a dermatologist, and mentions of telehealth options for obtaining the prescription.

      community Does anyone know of the actual effectiveness of the DP2 inhibitors?

      in Question  4 upvotes 8 years ago
      Setipiprant and Fevipiprant are questioned for their effectiveness in hair maintenance, with skepticism due to lack of convincing results beyond vellus hair growth. The user is satisfied with Minoxidil and Finasteride but is curious about the potential of DP2 inhibitors.

      community DS Labs SOD suppliments, anyone try them?

      in Product  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about trying DS Labs SOD supplements for hair loss, which contain ingredients like Genistein, B-sitosterol, and Biotin. The user is considering adding these supplements to their existing hair care routine.
      If You Have DUPA, PLEASE READ THIS: Everyone Should Be Scalp Biopsied

      community If You Have DUPA, PLEASE READ THIS: Everyone Should Be Scalp Biopsied

      in Research  830 upvotes 1 year ago
      Scalp biopsies are crucial for diagnosing hair loss conditions like Diffuse Unpatterned Alopecia (DUPA) and retrograde hair loss, as treatments like finasteride and dutasteride may not be effective if other conditions are present. Combining PPAR-GAMMA agonists with retinoids could improve treatments for conditions like Lichen Planopilaris.

      community How much better is dut compared to fin?

      in Chat  35 upvotes 1 year ago
      Dutasteride is often more effective than finasteride for blocking DHT, but results vary and some may experience side effects. Combining minoxidil with either medication can improve hair regrowth, but switching doesn't guarantee better results for everyone.

      community Dut, 0.5mg once a day and never stop

      in Progress Pictures  431 upvotes 2 months ago
      The conversation discusses the use of dutasteride (0.5 mg daily) for hair loss, with additional treatments like minoxidil, derma rolling, and nizoral shampoo. The user reports positive progress over two years with no significant side effects, emphasizing the importance of consistency and patience.

      community Oral DUT 0.5/ Oral MIN 5mg daily + occ MN

      in Progress Pictures  55 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user experienced hair recovery using oral dutasteride 0.5 mg and oral minoxidil 5 mg daily, considering increasing dutasteride dosage but concerned about cost and effectiveness. They noted progress and discussed alternatives like hair transplants and other medications.

      community blood DHT levels shot up after doubling dutasteride dosage

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  20 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user increased their dutasteride dosage from 0.5mg to 1mg daily, resulting in a rise in DHT levels from 148 pg/mL to 281 pg/mL, and is considering switching back to finasteride due to continued hair loss. Replies suggest retesting and emphasize the importance of bloodwork before starting treatments.

      community My experience switching to Dut

      in Progress Pictures  95 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically the transition from finasteride and minoxidil to dutasteride, with positive results reported by the original poster. Users share experiences with these treatments, noting varying effectiveness and side effects.

      community Oral Dutasteride before vs After !

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  75 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 27-year-old male experienced hair thickening using a specialized pill containing Dutasteride and Minoxidil, despite taking it irregularly due to being away from home. He plans to resume a more regular dosing schedule for better results, as he noticed side effects like brain fog and decreased libido.

      community 7 months dutasteride(1 mg) progress

      in Progress Pictures  76 upvotes 9 months ago
      Dutasteride, at 1 mg daily, was used for hair regrowth, with initial shedding and side effects like watery semen and increased libido. The user previously tried finasteride and minoxidil but switched to dutasteride for stronger, sustained results.

      community Dut 0.5 EOD/MWF vs Fin 1 ED. What should I do?

      in General  75 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing side effects from Dutasteride 0.5 mg and is considering reducing its frequency or switching back to Finasteride, while continuing with Minoxidil 2.5 mg to preserve their hairline. They are unsure if the increased Minoxidil dose is sufficient for regrowth.

      community Dut only? Had to drop oral minoxidil

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user stopped oral minoxidil due to side effects and is now using dutasteride mesotherapy and plans to start oral dutasteride. They are concerned about potential hair shedding and wonder if dutasteride alone will be effective.

      community I’m joining the dutasteride master race.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  76 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user plans to switch from finasteride to dutasteride for better hair loss treatment, citing dutasteride's higher DHT suppression. Others share mixed experiences, discussing transition methods, shedding, and potential side effects.

      community Fin and DMG, is the dmg actually gonna do something?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  3 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user has been using topical finasteride since October without improvement and is considering adding a caffeine product with dimethylglycine. Another user suggests caffeine is more promising and advises consulting a dermatologist about the lack of progress with finasteride.
      Should I start oral dut?

      community Should I start oral dut?

      in General  43 upvotes 11 months ago
      A 22-year-old with advanced diffuse thinning is considering oral dutasteride after stopping finasteride due to side effects like brain fog and testicular pain. They are also contemplating a hair transplant combined with oral dutasteride and topical finasteride, noting a thick donor area.

      community Thinking about using PP405 and RU58841

      in Research/Science  1 upvotes 5 months ago
      The conversation is about a person using dutasteride and minoxidil for hair loss, considering adding RU58841 and PP405 for more density. They are seeking advice on using these treatments and exploring other options like GT20029.