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      community Does taking finastride affect height at 17

      in Finasteride  116 upvotes 4 months ago
      Finasteride is being used by a 17-year-old concerned about its impact on height while still growing. The user has been balding since age 13 and was recently diagnosed with androgenetic alopecia.

      community Fellas, is Arteta world class hair density?

      in Satire  361 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about the impressive hair density and hairline of a person, with users attributing it to good genetics and joking about the lack of hair loss despite stress. Specific hair loss treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, or RU58841 are not discussed.

      community 0.25 alfatradiol or 0.5 Pyrulitamide ?

      in Product  4 upvotes 5 months ago
      The conversation is about choosing an anti-androgen for hair loss treatment, with options being alfatradiol and pyrilutamide. Alfatradiol is considered a better choice due to its established use, while pyrilutamide is more experimental.

      community JXL082 is not PP405 and Everychem followed the wrong lead

      in Research/Science  41 upvotes 8 months ago
      JXL082 is not the same as PP405, leading to a halt in sales and a plan to synthesize the real PP405. There is skepticism about the safety and effectiveness of JXL082 and PP405, with concerns about patent issues and the long-term impact on hair growth.

      community Has Saw Palmetto (or PSO) stopped my shedding?

      in Treatment  5 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user experienced hair shedding despite using natural remedies but saw improvement with topical finasteride and oral minoxidil. After stopping supplements like saw palmetto and pumpkin seed oil, shedding resumed, but combining them again with finasteride and minoxidil reduced shedding.

      community Fin/min Progress April - December 2024

      in Progress Pictures  255 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth using 1mg finasteride daily and Rogaine minoxidil 5% foam twice a day, along with vitamin D supplementation. They also managed stress through lifestyle changes like exercise, quitting nicotine, and improving sleep.

      community Checking in with my post-fin symptoms

      in Finasteride  5 upvotes 9 years ago
      A user reports persistent sexual side effects three months after stopping finasteride, despite a healthy lifestyle and supplements. They express concern over the lack of libido and infrequent erections.

      community GT20029 Phase 2 results are out

      in Treatment  60 upvotes 4 months ago
      GT20029 shows promising results for hair loss treatment, with potential approval in China by 2026 or 2027, but U.S. approval may take longer. It could serve as an alternative to finasteride, with a potentially better side effect profile.

      community My experience being on fin for almost 3 years (warning: LONG)

      in Update  57 upvotes 5 years ago
      User "flcv" shares their 3-year experience with finasteride for hair loss, stating no side effects and no change in hair thickness despite shedding cycles. They advise fellow fin users to trust the process and not worry about shedding.

      community PP405 Hair Loss Drug: Phase 1 Human Results & Biopsy Insights

      in Research/Science  213 upvotes 1 year ago
      PP405 is a potential hair loss treatment undergoing trials, with discussions on its effectiveness and comparison to existing treatments like finasteride and minoxidil. There is skepticism about its status as a cure, with hopes for future advancements in genetic treatments like CRISPR.

      community Is PP405 gonna flop or what???

      in Research/Science 6 days ago
      PP405 is viewed skeptically, with some seeing it as overhyped and potentially ineffective compared to existing treatments like minoxidil and finasteride. While it shows some promise in activating dormant hair follicles, many believe it won't replace hair transplants or significantly outperform current options.

      community New article on PP405..........

      in Research/Science  109 upvotes 11 months ago
      Scientists at UCLA have developed a promising treatment for male pattern baldness using a molecule called PP405, which can potentially stimulate dormant hair follicles. Initial trials showed significant results within a week, but larger clinical trials are needed to confirm its efficacy and safety.

      community Fin only (5 months on .25g and 7 months .5g) 32yo

      in Progress Pictures  9 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 32-year-old user shared progress pictures after using finasteride for 12 months, starting with 0.25g for 5 months and then 0.5g for 7 months. They have not yet added minoxidil or dermarolling and will update at the one-year mark.

      community 8 Months Progress on Fin and Min

      in Is this regrowth?  227 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 20-year-old used finasteride, minoxidil foam, and micro-needling for hair regrowth, experiencing initial shedding but later improvement with minimal side effects. They are happy with the results and seek advice on additional products like rosemary oil for scalp health.

      community This is Brad Pitt @ 59 years old

      in Satire  2651 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about Brad Pitt's hair and whether he has had a hair transplant or used finasteride. Some users believe that his good genetics and lifestyle choices are responsible for his hair, while others think he may have had cosmetic procedures or used hair loss treatments.

      community Anyone know how to get second gen NSAA in the uk.

      in Transgender  1 upvotes 6 months ago
      A transwoman is struggling with hair loss despite using hormones, dutasteride, and Abiraterone, and is considering making her own treatments due to difficulty accessing them. She has also tried Eucapil and regularly uses Nizoral shampoo.

      community Serenoa repens (Saw palmetto)

      in Chat  1 upvotes 1 month ago
      Saw palmetto, a 5-alpha reductase inhibitor, caused unexpected side effects like breast changes and altered semen consistency, which resolved after stopping its use. Concerns about similar side effects with finasteride or dutasteride were expressed, and another user reported low libido and depression from saw palmetto.

      community 4 months 0.25 mg finasteride only

      in Progress Pictures  167 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their 4-month progress using 0.25 mg finasteride daily for hair loss, reporting significant improvement and minimal side effects. Other users discussed their experiences with different dosages and side effects.

      community 21 month progress (fin 1.25mg/daily) for

      in Progress Pictures  121 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth using oral finasteride 1.25mg daily and a Capillus RX laser cap, with no side effects. Improvement was noticed after 9 months, and shedding stopped after the initial 4-5 months.

      community Update about Hair Follicle Glucose Metabolism: New Clinical Data Collection with Ex-President Of American Board Of Hair Restoration Surgery.

      in Research/Science  41 upvotes 1 year ago
      David Barreto shared that a London-based research group is conducting a 12-month trial for a new nutraceutical treatment for pattern hair loss, designed with Dr. Carlos Puig. The trial aims to provide robust data, with results expected in 1-2 years, potentially representing a significant advancement since finasteride’s introduction in 1997.