Spironolactone and dutasteride are compared for effectiveness in treating hair loss. The focus is on which treatment works better, regardless of side effects.
Spironolactone and finasteride are not recommended for women planning pregnancy due to birth defect risks. Both need to be stopped months before conception, and finasteride is generally not advised for women.
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.
Hair loss treatments discussed include finasteride, minoxidil, spironolactone, and estradiol, with concerns about side effects like sexual dysfunction and feminization. Some users prefer hair transplants or shaving over medication due to potential side effects.
The conversation is about a user switching to a more aggressive hair loss treatment, adding dutasteride 0.5mg and oral minoxidil 2.5mg to their current regimen of finasteride 0.02%, minoxidil 5%, biotin, massages, and microneedling. Users suggest increasing finasteride dosage and caution about potential side effects of oral minoxidil.
RU58841 cured seborrheic dermatitis, oily scalp, dandruff, and scalp pain, improving hair health when combined with Minoxidil. Another user noted diet impacts their seborrheic dermatitis and that finasteride hasn't changed their condition.
An 18-year-old has been using minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss since age 15, recently adding dutasteride and GHK-Cu, but sees no significant improvement and is considering a hair transplant. Concerns are raised about using hormone suppressors at a young age, with suggestions to explore other treatments like dermarolling, diet changes, and checking for deficiencies.
The user is experiencing hair loss after a hair transplant and is considering using fluridil (Eucapil) and possibly alfatradiol as treatments, as they couldn't tolerate finasteride or minoxidil. The manufacturer of Eucapil confirmed they won't produce higher concentrations due to lack of efficacy.
Minoxidil isn't effective for OP, who is exploring latanoprost and bimatoprost for hair growth. Users suggest higher concentrations of latanoprost (0.1%) are needed for effectiveness, but they are costly and hard to find.
A user experienced significant hair shedding and thinning 10 months post-hair transplant despite using minoxidil and topical finasteride. They are considering switching to oral finasteride or dutasteride and are also dealing with scalp conditions like seborrheic dermatitis.
The conversation is about whether the phase 2 results for pyrilutamide, a potential hair loss treatment, were presented at a dermatology convention and inquiries about the completion of phase 3 trials. Specific treatments mentioned include pyrilutamide.
The conversation discusses starting hair loss treatments and concerns about side effects. Treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
A dermatologist prescribed oral minoxidil, finasteride, and spironolactone, suggesting minoxidil and finasteride as the most effective combination, but with potential side effects. Another user recommended minoxidil (both topical and oral) and spironolactone for female hair loss, advising against finasteride.
Minoxidil can inhibit collagen production, potentially causing premature aging. The user is inquiring if Vitamin C serum or derma rolling can counteract this effect.
Treatments for hair loss, specifically discussing the use of RU58841 and Pyrilutamide from Actifolic. The poster is inquiring about experiences with these products and results.
The user is considering starting pyrilutamide before a scheduled hair transplant, having previously used oral minoxidil and finasteride with worsening results. They also tried dutasteride, which worsened their hair and made their skin oily.
The conversation discusses the difference between the commercially available Pyrilutamide and the version in clinical trials. It also mentions treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 for hair loss.
Dutasteride reduces DHT more effectively in hair follicles than finasteride, but some individuals still experience hair loss despite treatment. Combining oral and topical finasteride may improve results, and some users experiment with topical dutasteride despite uncertainties about its absorption.
The user is using topical minoxidil and finasteride with good results and is considering adding stemoxydine 5% to their regimen. Another user suggests trying it if financially feasible, as results can vary.
Epristeride is a selective 5 alpha reductase type 2 inhibitor that may reduce scalp DHT similarly to finasteride, with potentially fewer side effects. It is suggested that combining epristeride with finasteride or dutasteride could enhance hair loss treatment effectiveness.
The user shared a 5-month update on using finasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo for diffuse thinning, along with supplements like B-Vitamins, D-Vitamins, Iron, and Beta carotene. They noted improvement in hair condition and encouraged others to check previous posts for more information.
The user is experiencing hair loss and has been using RU58841 but is considering pyrilutamide and minoxidil, avoiding finasteride due to side effects. Another user suggests finasteride or dutasteride as essential, possibly in topical form, while dismissing saw palmetto as ineffective.
A user is concerned about using more minoxidil than prescribed to cover their hair loss area and mentions taking spironolactone pills. Another user advises against men taking oral spironolactone due to significant hormonal effects.
A user's experience using dutasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole, vitamin D, scalp massage, exercise, and avoiding vaping and 2-in-1 shampoo/conditioner to treat hair loss; they also discussed the side effects of finasteride.
The user experienced side effects from oral minoxidil and is considering switching to topical minoxidil and a roller. They are taking a reduced dosage of 0.625 mg daily and have seen hair growth within a month.
User found hair loss stabilization without side effects using a topical solution of 0.008% Finasteride, 2% RU, and Stemoxydine. Other treatments like Eucapil, Fluridil, RU-monotherapy, and Pyrilutamide didn't work for them.
The conversation is about someone's progress with hair regrowth using finasteride and minoxidil from December 1st to May 10th. They also mention using a topical treatment with a concentration of 0.004 per spray.
The user switched from oral minoxidil to topical minoxidil and added JXL-069/PP405-3HP, along with topical dutasteride, melatonin, and tretinoin. They also use low-level laser therapy (LLLT) but doubt its effectiveness.
Minoxidil and finasteride are the main effective treatments for hair loss. RU58841 is discussed as a potential option but has concerns about safety and side effects.