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      community Why do so many people trash on finasteride?

      in Chat  247 upvotes 1 year ago
      Finasteride is effective for hair regrowth, especially on the crown, but can cause side effects like reduced libido and erectile dysfunction in some users. Opinions are mixed, with some reporting positive results without side effects and others experiencing significant issues.

      community Does everything that reduces DHT block 5ar?

      in Treatment  45 upvotes 1 year ago
      Finasteride is the most effective treatment for reducing DHT and addressing hair loss compared to fish oil and saw palmetto. Topical treatments like RU58841 and minoxidil are also discussed, but finasteride remains the most effective option.

      community Increasing Oral Minoxidil Dose Over Time

      in Research/Science  92 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user reports hair loss despite using minoxidil and plans to increase their oral minoxidil dose gradually while also taking finasteride, dermarolling weekly, and applying topical stemoxydine nightly. They shared a link suggesting that increasing minoxidil dosage can improve hair growth and thickness.

      community Killing the Norwood Reaper, a Journey

      in Progress Pictures  368 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user is treating hair loss with a regimen including Dutasteride, oral and topical Minoxidil, microneedling, and various supplements for overall health. They are considering adding tretinoin, stemoxydine/RU, DIM, Boron, and Fadogia Agretis to their routine.

      community DHT and 5AR respect post, it's importance within the brain

      in Research/Science  111 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses whether to use finasteride for hair loss, considering its role in inhibiting DHT and 5AR, which can affect brain function and mood. Some users report anxiety and depression from finasteride, while others do not experience these side effects and emphasize the importance of DHT for brain and prostate health.

      community started RU58841 today and am panicing

      in Treatment  8 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user started using RU58841 for hair loss and experienced anxiety and physical discomfort. Other users suggested avoiding the treatment due to similar side effects and recommended alternative treatments like pyri.

      community I just don’t understand this

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  117 upvotes 5 years ago
      Finasteride is discussed for hair loss treatment, with opinions divided on its safety and effectiveness. Some consider natural remedies, but these may also affect hormones.

      community 23M Couldn’t go bald for fear of my Girlfriend leaving me.

      in Is this regrowth?  1092 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 23-year-old man uses a topical spray with minoxidil, finasteride, and tretinoin for hair loss, experiencing improved hair growth but occasional heart palpitations. He worries his girlfriend might leave him if he goes bald, but commenters advise that if she would leave over hair loss, she isn't worth it.

      community How far are we from a treatment better than finasteride?

      in Treatment  129 upvotes 1 year ago
      Dutasteride is more effective than finasteride for hair loss as it blocks more of the enzyme causing hair loss. New treatments like stem cell therapies and alternatives to minoxidil are being explored, but major advancements are still years away.

      community This guy claims stem cells fixed his balding

      in Is this regrowth?  325 upvotes 2 years ago
      A man who claimed to have regrown his hair using stem cell treatment, sparking a debate about its effectiveness and cost. Some users suggested he might be using other treatments or substances, while others shared their own experiences with stem cell therapy for hair loss.

      community Does melatonin dissolve in isopropyl alcohol

      in Technology  7 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation discusses making a topical melatonin solution for hair loss treatment, questioning if isopropyl alcohol can dissolve melatonin. Melatonin is soluble in lipids and alcohol, but it's unstable and should be mixed fresh regularly; it may help hair growth by affecting certain cellular signaling pathways and has anti-androgenic effects.

      community [Research/Science] What's the General Consensus On Pyrilutamide So Far?

      in Research/Science  8 upvotes 3 years ago
      Pyrilutamide is considered to work for hair loss but less effectively than expected, similar to RU58841, and may cause side effects like chest tightness and sexual issues. It's unclear if it's suitable for diffuse thinners, and one user cannot use minoxidil or finasteride due to side effects and personal circumstances.

      community The amazing fast pace of PP405.

      in Chat  327 upvotes 6 months ago
      PP405 is a new hair loss treatment advancing quickly in trials, generating excitement and skepticism about its effectiveness and marketing claims. Some see it as a potential alternative to minoxidil and finasteride, but concerns about long-term effects and the need for DHT blockers persist.

      community Could creatine trigger faster hairloss?

      in Research/Science  28 upvotes 1 year ago
      Creatine is reported by many to increase hair loss, though no scientific evidence supports this. Some use finasteride and minoxidil to manage hair loss, while others avoid creatine due to personal experiences.

      community Roughly 1.5 years of treatment, don't give up!

      in Progress Pictures  500 upvotes 1 week ago
      The user shared their hair regrowth journey using finasteride, oral minoxidil, and dutasteride over 1.5 years, showing significant improvement. They experienced no side effects and noted increased body hair growth with oral minoxidil.

      community PSA: If you're prone to MPB dont take creatine

      in Update  103 upvotes 2 years ago
      Creatine might speed up hair loss in those prone to male pattern baldness, possibly due to increased DHT levels. Some users experience no issues when using creatine with treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, or dutasteride.

      community Lost density 60% all over scalp in 120 days (4months)

      in Update  10 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user lost 60% hair density in 4 months, started finasteride and microneedling, and has greasy, flaky, yellowish scalp. They are awaiting biopsy results, and another user suggested trying ketoconazole shampoo.

      community hairfall reduced or not please reply

      in Chat  3 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced reduced hairfall after taking multivitamins, biotin pills, eating fruit, and drinking coffee. They are concerned about the lack of hair regrowth and seek advice on whether their hair will be alright.

      community Fin for 7 months and my sclap is now transparent

      in Progress Pictures  16 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 24-year-old male has been using finasteride for 7 months and noticed thinning hair, especially when wet, and is concerned about the effectiveness of the treatment. Suggestions include continuing finasteride, considering minoxidil, and possibly trying micro-needling.

      community Summary of Procapil video by Haircafe

      in Minoxidil  2 upvotes 9 months ago
      Procapil is marketed as a natural hair loss treatment but lacks strong evidence and is industry-biased. Minoxidil and Finasteride are the only FDA-approved treatments for androgenetic alopecia.

      community Dutasteride 1 year regression. Depressing. (With pictures for proof)

      in Progress Pictures  14 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user shared their experience of hair loss progression after one year on dutasteride, expressing disappointment with no improvement and considering other treatments like RU58841. Other users offered mixed responses, some seeing no change, others suggesting the hair loss might have been worse without treatment, and discussing the role of testosterone and DHT in hair loss.