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      Doctor prescribed dut, not sure if they were correct

      community Doctor prescribed dut, not sure if they were correct

      in Treatments  120 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user is concerned about using dutasteride for potential hair loss, fearing it might accelerate balding if not effective. They are unsure about the doctor's diagnosis and are considering starting with finasteride instead.

      community Finasteride and fertility

      in General  27 upvotes 1 year ago
      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.

      community EU Shouldn't Ban Fin & Dut: PFS is NOT REAL.

      in Research/Science  11 upvotes 1 year ago
      Finasteride and Dutasteride do not cause depression or "Post Finasteride Syndrome," with concerns often linked to the nocebo effect and preexisting mental health issues. The EU is unlikely to ban these drugs, but access may become more restricted due to ongoing debates.

      community Fin and vitamins

      in Finasteride  4 upvotes 6 years ago
      OP has been using finasteride for almost 2 years and is asking if it's okay to take it with vitamins like vitamin C, multivitamins, and fish oils. Another user mentions taking all vitamins together, usually with a small meal.

      community Heads up for EU Fin users: Finasteride prescription has been toughened up in France

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  106 upvotes 2 months ago
      Finasteride prescriptions in France now require an annual certificate acknowledging psychiatric and sexual risks, as the European Medicines Agency recognizes these risks. The conversation discusses the potential mental health effects of Finasteride, with some users reporting side effects and others questioning the statistical significance of these findings.

      community 0.5mg eod vs 1mg daily of finasteride

      in Chat  18 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses the effectiveness of different doses of finasteride for hair loss, questioning the need for 1mg daily when 0.5mg every other day has a similar impact on scalp DHT. A humorous reply suggests exaggerated side effects.

      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 Questions about alfatradiol logistics

      in Treatment  5 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user is seeking help with using Ell-Cranell for hair loss treatment. They are unsure about the correct application method and dosage. They also inquire about combining microneedling with topical alfatradiol and question a study that referred to alfatradiol as a hair growth inhibitor in male mice.

      community Taking cordyceps while on dutasteride?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses concerns about using cordyceps while on dutasteride due to potential DHT increase, with OP experiencing hair loss after using creatine. OP is advised to stop creatine and give dutasteride more time to evaluate its effectiveness.

      community New warning by FDA on topical finasteride

      in Research/Science  194 upvotes 1 year ago
      The FDA warned that topical finasteride can cause serious side effects like sexual dysfunction and brain fog, similar to oral finasteride. Compounded topical formulations pose additional risks due to lack of regulation.

      community Should I Switch to Dut if Fin Causes Side Effects?

      in Basic Questions  72 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      The user is considering switching from finasteride to oral dutasteride due to side effects and lack of regrowth. They are unable to access topical dutasteride and are seeking advice on whether to proceed with oral dutasteride.

      community M28 104 days on dut+min and cafune shampoo

      in Progress Pictures  156 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 28-year-old has been using oral dutasteride 0.5 mg, topical minoxidil 5%, and Cafune shampoo for 104 days with positive results and is considering adding microneedling. No side effects from dutasteride have been reported.

      community 28 M....only oral finasteride 1mg

      in Progress Pictures  245 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 28-year-old male using only oral finasteride 1mg since May 15, 2024, reports no side effects and significant hair improvement. He plans to continue finasteride for three more months and is considering adding D3+K2 drops, zinc, folate, and magnesium glycinate.

      community Why does it seem everyone favors finasteride over dutasteride?

      in Female  62 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses preferences for hair loss treatments, specifically finasteride over dutasteride. Users share personal experiences, cost considerations, FDA approval status, and potential side effects, with some switching between treatments to find what works best for them.

      community RU-58841 without finassteride?

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      RU58841 is used without finasteride by some due to side effects, with mixed results. Users report combining RU58841 with minoxidil and adjusting finasteride doses to manage hair loss.
      Low DHT, because of saw palmetto? (Foligain supplement)

      community Low DHT, because of saw palmetto? (Foligain supplement)

      in Finasteride  52 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user is concerned about low DHT levels due to using saw palmetto in Foligain supplements and is considering trying finasteride. They seek advice on whether finasteride will also lower DHT and how to manage DHT levels.

      community Maintenance dose of Finisteride

      in Chat  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      Low doses of finasteride, even as low as 0.25 mg, can effectively prevent hair loss without significantly lowering DHT levels. Combining finasteride with natural DHT-lowering solutions may achieve similar results to higher doses.

      community Possible solution: 2.5mg DUT for everyone

      in Chat  13 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user is experimenting with creating a DIY oral Dutasteride solution using raw powder, MCT oil, and Vitamin E to reduce costs. Others discuss their experiences with similar methods and the challenges of sourcing and testing Dutasteride.