The user experienced anxiety and sideeffects from topical finasteride and is considering switching to saw palmetto. Another user reported no improvement with saw palmetto and experienced liver issues.
Azelaic acid is considered a strong DHT inhibitor with no reported sexual sideeffects, making it a potential alternative for those who cannot use finasteride. It can be used with minoxidil, but may cause skin irritation.
A 30-year-old man shared his experience with finasteride, taking 1mg every other day, which led to sexual sideeffects and other issues, prompting him to stop the treatment despite initial hair improvement. He previously tried natural methods and minoxidil without much success and is now considering a buzzcut.
A user was prescribed betamethasone dipropionate spray for a receding hairline, which caused skin peeling and depigmentation. They stopped using it and are considering alternatives like BPC-157/TB-500 for healing.
Before starting hair loss treatment, it's suggested to undergo various blood and health tests to minimize sideeffects. The checklist includes tests for kidney function, liver enzymes, blood sugar, vitamins, hormones, and more.
A 31-year-old experienced significant hair regrowth after switching to oral Finasteride but reported dull orgasms as a sideeffect. Users suggested waiting for the body to adjust, reducing the dosage, or switching to topical Finasteride to manage sideeffects.
The user experienced severe sideeffects from finasteride, including cognitive and sexual issues, despite its effectiveness for hair growth. They are considering switching to RU58841 and seek insights from others who have made a similar change.
The user has been using finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss but experienced worsening temple recession. They suspect they might be more sensitive to testosterone and are considering trying RU58841 or CB 03 01 as additional treatments.
The user is considering starting finasteride for hair loss prevention, expressing concerns about potential sideeffects like reduced libido and erectile dysfunction. They are currently taking saw palmetto, vitamin D, zinc, vitamin C, and biotin but are unsure if these will be effective.
A user shared their experience with hair loss, initially using oral finasteride and minoxidil but experiencing sideeffects like low libido and ED. They switched to a topical finasteride and minoxidil combination, which improved their hair thickness with fewer sideeffects.
A woman with androgenic alopecia has been using birth control, spironolactone, finasteride, and oral minoxidil for hair loss. She sought to change her medications to dutasteride and bicalutamide, but her new dermatologist refused to prescribe them for off-label use.
The conversation discusses using cyproterone temporarily to reverse hair loss, followed by finasteride to maintain regrowth. Concerns about cyproterone's sideeffects, such as lowering testosterone and potential health risks, are raised, with alternatives like spironolactone suggested for androgen-related issues.
A user with AGA uses topical spironolactone 2% due to sideeffects from the oral form and is concerned about its use during conception and breastfeeding. They seek alternatives to prevent AGA relapse while planning pregnancy and after childbirth.
Finasteride may cause insomnia, and ashwagandha is suggested to help with sleep issues without significantly affecting testosterone or DHT levels. Users discuss personal experiences with sleep disturbances and suggest consulting a doctor if sideeffects persist.
A 19-year-old male switched from finasteride and minoxidil to dutasteride due to continued hair thinning and is experiencing increased nipple sensitivity and a small lump, raising concerns about gynecomastia. Suggestions include slowing the transition, checking hormone levels, and considering an aromatase inhibitor.
Certain oils and treatments used for natural breast enhancement, like fenugreek oil and shatavari, may also help with androgenetic alopecia due to their estrogen link. The discussion suggests these items might pause hair loss.
A 24-year-old male experienced sideeffects like low libido and ED after starting finasteride post-hair transplant and is seeking alternatives to reduce scalp DHT. Suggestions include topical finasteride, Xpecia, DHT-reducing shampoos, and switching to dutasteride, with some users reporting fewer sideeffects with these alternatives.
The user resumed using topical finasteride after a two-week break and will update on sideeffects like water retention and gynecomastia in a month. They are also starting DIM and zinc.
The user started using Pyrilutamide 5% for hair loss and has not experienced sideeffects after two days. They previously had sideeffects from Fluridil and topical Minoxidil 5%, and their hair continued thinning with topical Spironolactone.
The user experienced sideeffects from low-dose topical finasteride and is considering using clascoterone (CB-03-01) despite concerns about its risks and cost. They seek advice on its effectiveness and potential sideeffects compared to other treatments like alfatradiol and fluridil.
Hair loss treatments like finasteride and dutasteride are discussed, with concerns about sideeffects such as depression and brain fog. Some users argue about the necessity and impact of DHT on libido and other bodily functions.
The user observed that stopping nicotine and caffeine improved their scalp health while using oral finasteride. However, relapsing with caffeine and nicotine caused scalp tightness and inflammation.
Finasteride is effective for hair loss but can cause sexual dysfunction and mental health issues in some users, leading to a polarized debate on its risks. Some switch to alternatives like Dutasteride or topical treatments to avoid sideeffects.
Visible hair improvement after 10 weeks using minoxidil, estradiol enanthate, acetophenide algestone, and bicalutamide. The user is a 25-year-old male with reduced testosterone levels, expressing a preference for less masculinity.
The user tried pyrilutamide for hair loss and noticed reduced scalp itch and improved skin but stopped due to mild heart sensations. They plan to update after consistent use, noting improved sleep when applied at night.
The user started using topical minoxidil, oral finasteride, GHK-CU, and HGH in October, resulting in thicker hair and improved overall health. They experienced minor sideeffects like dehydration from HGH but reported benefits like clearer skin, better recovery, and muscle gain.
A 16-year-old is experiencing hair loss and is using minoxidil, finasteride, and plans to add RU58841, while considering other treatments like MK-677 and microneedling. Concerns are raised about the potential impact of these treatments on puberty and development.
User experienced gynecomastia from finasteride and found a solution using liposomal topical finasteride. This method minimizes sideeffects and is effective for hair loss treatment.
Reducing the dose of RU58841 from 25mg to 7.5mg topically helped minimize heart palpitations. Users discussed the cardiac effects of RU58841 and minoxidil, noting that no treatment is completely free of sideeffects.
Users discuss waiting for new hair loss treatments and share struggles with sideeffects from current options like Minoxidil and Finasteride. They express hope for Pyrilutamide and CosmeRNA to provide better solutions.