Potential side effects of 5AR inhibitors like finasteride and dutasteride. Users debate risks, benefits, and personal experiences with these hairloss treatments.
User baldwarrior85 regrets not starting finasteride earlier to prevent hairloss. Others share their experiences, with some having side effects and others seeing positive results from the treatment.
The conversation discusses various treatments for hairloss, including high doses of dutasteride, oral minoxidil, RU58841, microneedling, ketoconazole shampoo, and other supplements like pumpkin seed oil and multivitamins. It also touches on more extreme measures like estrogen therapy and castration, with some users emphasizing the importance of overall health and nutrition.
The user discovered their previous hairloss medication was counterfeit and switched to Propecia, which significantly lowered their DHT levels. They plan to continue using Propecia and add oral Minoxidil to their routine for better results.
A user shared their 3-year progress using finasteride and minoxidil for hairloss, noting significant improvement after adding minoxidil to their routine. They also use a derma roller weekly and apply minoxidil topically to the entire hairline.
A user shared their 16-year hairloss journey using finasteride and minoxidil, noting slow hair thinning despite a family history of severe balding. They switched from topical to oral minoxidil but stopped for personal reasons, experiencing no significant side effects from finasteride.
A peptide-based hairloss treatment, PP405, reportedly increased hair density by 62% in 90 days, but these claims are unverified and met with skepticism. Users compared PP405 to Minoxidil and Finasteride, expressing doubts about its effectiveness without more evidence.
Dutasteride and finasteride are not effective for everyone in treating hairloss, with some users experiencing worsening conditions. Many are hopeful for new treatments like PP405, while others consider hair transplants or alternative medications.
A user is starting a hairloss treatment with a 3-in-1 spray containing 6% minoxidil, 0.3% finasteride, and 0.025% tretinoin. Users are skeptical about its effectiveness due to advanced hairloss, but some suggest adding microneedling and using affordable generics.
A user humorously discusses hairloss, using treatments like Dutasteride, Finasteride, Minoxidil, and RU58841, and jokingly considers satanic rituals as a solution. The conversation includes satirical responses about trading one's soul for hair.
The user is experiencing significant hairloss after switching from finasteride to dutasteride for five months. Suggestions include that the hairloss might be a normal shedding phase, with some recommending continuing the treatment for up to 24 months or considering alternatives like RU58841.
Various treatments for hairloss include minoxidil injections, finasteride, dutasteride, microneedling, Nizoral shampoo, and supplements like vitamin D and biotin. Additional methods mentioned are red light therapy, scalp massages, lifestyle changes, and hair transplants.
The conversation discusses skepticism about a new hairloss treatment called project K, which claims to replicate a chemical from UCLA research but is suspected to be a scam. The original poster plans to continue using oral minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride, along with microneedling, for hair regrowth.
The conversation discusses hairloss treatments, including Avodart (Dutasteride), finasteride, minoxidil, and peptide serums with ingredients like Redensyl and Saw Palmetto. Users share experiences and opinions on the effectiveness and side effects of these treatments, with some skepticism about claims regarding DHT and its role in hairloss.
A 27-year-old user shared their 5-month progress using 1mg finasteride daily and 5% minoxidil twice a day for hairloss, reporting improved hair growth despite initial shedding and experiencing only minor side effects like watery semen. They also use Nizoral shampoo, take a multivitamin, and plan to start microneedling if progress slows.
Some users report no issues with hairloss while taking creatine and finasteride, while others experience shedding and attribute it to creatine. The effects of creatine on hairloss appear to vary, with some individuals being more sensitive to DHT increases.
The conversation discusses increasing dutasteride dosage to 2.5mg for hairloss treatment, with suggestions to take multiple 0.5mg pills due to the unavailability of 2.5mg tablets in the US. Users also mention using ketoconazole and express skepticism about the effectiveness and safety of high doses.
PP405 is a new topical treatment for hairloss, showing promise in trials but still requires finasteride for maintenance. There is skepticism about its effectiveness and safety, with concerns about needing finasteride to maintain results.
Stemoxydine is highly recommended for hairloss, preferred over Minoxidil due to fewer side effects and dependency. The user also uses finasteride, Pur'ador shampoo, and suggests cold showers and spicy food as part of their routine.
Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy for hairloss is expensive, painful, and often ineffective, with mixed reviews on its benefits. Alternatives like minoxidil, finasteride, and hair transplants are suggested as more reliable options.
The conversation discusses hairloss treatments, focusing on the use of topical minoxidil, microneedling, finasteride, and dutasteride, while debating the role of testosterone and DHT in hairloss. It also touches on the potential liver health impacts of these treatments and the genetic sensitivity of hair follicles to androgens.
Many younger men are experiencing hairloss due to genetics, diet, stress, and lifestyle changes. Treatments like finasteride and minoxidil are mentioned, with some users noting improvements.
User shared 4-month progress on hairloss treatment using 0.25mg finasteride daily and topical minoxidil daily, noting cognitive decline possibly linked to finasteride. Users discussed side effects, alternative treatments, and shared similar experiences.
The conversation discusses hairloss treatments like topical finasteride with minoxidil, oral dutasteride, and essential oils. Oral treatments like dutasteride and finasteride are seen as more effective, though some prefer topicals to avoid side effects.
The conversation discusses personal experiences with hairloss treatments, specifically Minoxidil and Finasteride, with some users regretting not starting treatment earlier and others experiencing side effects. Some users are considering or have switched to topical formulations due to side effects from oral medications.
A person is treating their hairloss with oral minoxidil (2.5mg), derma stamping, and dutasteride (0.5mg) for nearly a year but still feels their hair isn't dense enough to grow out. Commenters are generally supportive, noting progress and suggesting it may look denser than the person perceives.
The conversation is a satirical discussion about unconventional hairloss treatments, including using mold, butter, and other non-traditional substances, with no real evidence of effectiveness. Some users joke about side effects like erectile dysfunction and weight gain.
A user shared a 6-month hairloss treatment routine including Mexican finasteride (1.25mg every other day), daily minoxidil, bi-weekly dermarolling, and ketoconazole shampoo twice a week, noting significant crown growth and some frontal hairline improvement with initial side effects that have since subsided. They are seeking advice to improve results, particularly at the frontal hairline, without resorting to a hair transplant.