Hair loss treatments discussed include 200mg Spiro, bicalutamide, and finasteride. Endocrinologist advises against bicalutamide and finasteride due to potency and risks.
The conversation discusses using topical liposomal finasteride for hair loss, with concerns about high DHT levels. The user's DHT level is above the normal range, which may affect hair health.
The conversation discusses the effects of lowering DHT on hair loss and the importance of monitoring DHT levels during treatment. The user suggests that individual responses to DHT and hair loss treatments vary, and expresses a preference for topical treatments over oral medications due to concerns about systemic DHT reduction.
Treatment options for hair regrowth other than minoxidil or finasteride, due to sideeffects from the latter, with platelet-rich plasma and topical treatments being among the suggested alternatives.
RU58841 lacks FDA approval due to financial and safety concerns, including potential cardiological sideeffects. The company abandoned further research, and users report adverse effects like heart palpitations and gynecomastia.
The conversation discusses the effects of using Tongkat ali and dioscorea to raise DHT levels, leading to increased body hair growth and an itchy scalp, without causing hair loss. The discussion also debates the role of DHT in male characteristics and its impact on sexual function, with differing opinions on its importance and effects.
A 22-year-old is using minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss and is concerned about sideeffects and interactions with Accutane. Continuing these treatments may help prevent Accutane-related hair loss, but stopping them could reverse progress.
The user experienced sideeffects from finasteride and Nutrafol, opting for non-hormonal treatments like minoxidil, exercise, and a healthy lifestyle. Others discussed using Dutasteride, Biotin, and minoxidil with varying success and sideeffects.
Finasteride can cause dry eyes and vision issues due to its impact on the meibomian glands. Users have mixed experiences, with some experiencing eye discomfort and others having no sideeffects.
Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) impacts various skin conditions, including Androgenetic alopecia and seborrheic dermatitis, by causing overactivity in sebaceous glands. Topical medications Tacrolimus and Clobetasol can reduce these inflammatory conditions, and treatments like RU58841, Minoxidil, and Finasteride may also be beneficial.
The user has been using finasteride for hair loss and is considering adding RU58841. They ask about RU58841's effectiveness, potential heart sideeffects, duration of action, dosage increase over time, transitioning to GT20029, and where to find the liquid form.
The conversation is about the safety and sideeffects of using dutasteride in mesotherapy for hair loss. The user is skeptical about the lack of reported sideeffects and seeks anecdotal experiences.
The user experienced severe sexual sideeffects from topical finasteride with minoxidil but found no sideeffects with low-dose dutasteride and finasteride serums from Ulo after a hair transplant. They also used a hair growth serum with saw palmetto without sideeffects.
The user switched from topical to oral finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss and experienced swelling and sensitivity in the left chest area. They are concerned about these symptoms but noticed improvement after skipping a dose.
Dutasteride is effective for hair loss but may cause sideeffects like decreased sperm count, which might not fully recover after stopping. Users discuss balancing dosages to minimize sideeffects while maintaining benefits.
A 23-year-old male is using finasteride (1mg daily), derma rolling, and Nizoral for hair loss treatment, experiencing increased shedding and sideeffects like anxiety, decreased libido, and fatigue. Despite no positive changes in hair after three months, he plans to continue finasteride and may consider RU58841 or CB as future treatments, avoiding minoxidil due to past negative experiences.
Treatments for hair loss, focusing on Fluridil/Topilutamide (Eucapil), Finasteride and RU58841 (Alfatradiol). The user reported that the Fluridil seemed to work well but had sideeffects of testicle ache, decreased mood and sex drive.
A 20-year-old using 1 mg finasteride, 2 ml topical minoxidil, tretinoin, and microneedling for hair loss shows progress after three months, with thicker hair and temple regrowth. No sideeffects reported, and the user is considering switching to oral minoxidil.
A user shared progress pictures showing significant hair regrowth after using 1mg finasteride and weekly microneedling for about 2.5 to 3 months. The user reported no sideeffects and maintained good health and mood.
A user considered restarting finasteride for hair loss despite past sideeffects, which worried their girlfriend. Others suggested alternatives like topical treatments or lower doses and emphasized prioritizing well-being and relationship stability.
A user shared their hormone levels to gauge if they can use finasteride for hair loss without issues. Their hormone levels are mostly within the reference ranges.
The user has been using finasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole for hair loss, showing good progress without significant sideeffects. They plan to have a hair transplant in March and hope to eventually stop using oral minoxidil.
A user is concerned about taking evening primrose oil alongside finasteride and minoxidil due to its potential effects on hormonal balance and DHT inhibition. They seek advice on whether to continue the supplement or if their worries are unfounded.
RU58841 and Minoxidil can cause heart-related sideeffects like chest pain and heart racing. Pyrilutamide is suggested as a safer alternative, though it's new and costly.
27F with androgenic alopecia since 17 seeks treatment. Tried spironolactone, caused low blood pressure; believes finasteride is safer and wants to try it.
The post discusses using Mucuna pruriens, essential oils, and dermarolling for hair loss treatment. The user also mentions pausing testosterone-boosting herbs due to sideeffects like acne and hair loss.
User reports worsening hair loss despite using Avodart 0.5mg daily and 2ml of Minoxidil daily for over three years. They maintain a healthy lifestyle and are athletic.
A user in Turkey was advised by a dermatologist to avoid finasteride due to its hormonal effects and was prescribed minoxidil, shampoo, and vitamins instead. The user is considering seeking another doctor's opinion or buying finasteride directly from a pharmacy.
A 25-year-old experienced worsening hair loss and sideeffects like low libido and watery semen after using minoxidil, finasteride, and later switching to dutasteride. Despite trying various treatments, including topical solutions and micro-needling, they saw no improvement and are now seeking advice.