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community 7 month progress check-in (fin/min)

in Is this regrowth? 9 upvotes 9 months ago

A 19-year-old is using minoxidil, finasteride, tretinoin, caffeine, and oils for hair regrowth, with positive results and no side effects. They are considering increasing finasteride dosage and possibly switching to dutasteride in the future.

community The day they make a pill that only targets DHT production in the scalp

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 29 upvotes 1 year ago

Reducing DHT in the scalp is ideal for hair retention, with topical finasteride and dutasteride being common treatments. Some users report side effects like reduced libido, while others experiment with higher doses for regrowth.

community Finasteride and naturally low baseline DHT levels?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 6 upvotes 3 years ago

A user discovered they have naturally low DHT levels and is concerned about taking finasteride, which could further lower these levels. They are seeking advice on whether to proceed with the treatment given their hormone levels are within the normal range.

community Mix topical finasteride with alfatradiol

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 2 upvotes 2 years ago

The user wants to try using 0.025% topical finasteride every day by diluting their 0.1% topical finasteride with alfatradiol, and is asking if it's possible to mix them or if there are other options. They heard that alfatradiol might not be suitable for this purpose.

community Dutasteride questions

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 4 upvotes 5 years ago

Switching to dutasteride as a hair loss prevention treatment, along with minoxidil, dermarolling and nizoral shampoo, and the potential benefits and side effects of using finasteride and/or dutasteride in combination with topical anti-androgens like RU58841.

community Pyrilutamide ,the molecule’s true nature

in Research 302 upvotes 1 year ago

Pyrilutamide is a selective AR antagonist with a high binding affinity, making it effective in competing with DHT for androgen receptors. The 1% concentration is more effective than the 0.5%, but the latter may suffice for mild hair loss; the drug is considered a good option for those avoiding 5AR blockers due to side effects.

community Glycine and it's effects on DHT?

in Research/Science 4 upvotes 1 year ago

Glycine may upregulate 5AR, potentially affecting hair. Users suggest using Finasteride to manage hair loss concerns.

community Research: Minoxidil grows hair by suppressing androgen activity (DHT) in hair follicles.

in Minoxidil 43 upvotes 6 years ago

Minoxidil may suppress androgen activity in hair follicles, potentially aiding in hair growth and prostate cancer treatment. Users discuss the effectiveness of minoxidil and finasteride for hair maintenance and regrowth, with some preferring topical applications over oral due to safety concerns.

community If inhibiting DHT can cause Prolactin to increase then is the opposite also true?

in Treatment 5 upvotes 2 years ago

The conversation discusses using P5P (Vitamin B6) supplements to reduce elevated Prolactin levels and concerns about its potential effect on increasing DHT levels. The user is not currently using finasteride or any anti-androgens.

community Blood test and low vitamine D what now ?

in Treatment 2 upvotes 2 years ago

A 20-year-old with thinning hair has low vitamin D and normal testosterone. They are prescribed oral minoxidil and vitamin D, and are questioning if finasteride is also necessary.

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