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      community Dutas and Minox results - mixed feelings

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  239 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user experienced significant hair growth using oral dutasteride and minoxidil but developed severe erectile dysfunction, likely exacerbated by obesity and diabetes. They plan to lose weight and possibly adjust medication to alleviate side effects.

      community 2 and 1/2 months, prescribed 1.25mg oral min daily

      in Progress Pictures  4 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user is treating alopecia areata with 1.25mg oral minoxidil daily and topical mometasone furoate, considering increasing the dose or adding finasteride, though finasteride is not typically used for this condition. A gluten-free diet is suggested, and alternatives like Olumiant are mentioned.

      community P-1075: a BETTER version of Minoxidil

      in Research/Science 5 months ago
      P-1075 is a more potent hair growth agent than Minoxidil, but it poses significant heart risks, making it unsafe for use. Despite promising results in macaques, concerns about its cardiotoxicity in rats have halted its development.

      community DLQ01: A Better "Minoxidil" PGF2a synthetic analogue.

      in Research/Science  3 upvotes 1 year ago
      DLQ01, a prostaglandin F2α analog, shows promise for hair growth by directly stimulating PGE2/PGF receptors without needing conversion, and can be combined with minoxidil and retinoids like tretinoin for enhanced effectiveness. Minoxidil's efficacy may be reduced by COX-1 inhibitors, but using prostaglandin analogs like Latanoprost or Bimatoprost can help maintain its effectiveness.

      community Pyrilutamide US Phase 2 Trial?

      in Research/Science  27 upvotes 3 years ago
      The Phase 2 trial for Pyrilutamide in the US, which started a year after the China trials, and inquiring about any available information on when it will finish. Treatments discussed include Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841.

      community Kintor Phase 2 Results released KX-826 (pyrilutamide)

      in Research/Science  447 upvotes 3 years ago
      Kintor Pharmaceutical's Phase 2 results with the drug Pyrilutamide, a potential alternative to 5-ARI drugs like Finasteride and Dutasteride but without the side effects. It could be used in combination with other topical treatments such as Minoxidil. The safety of the drug has been demonstrated in 6 months of use, however there are still questions about long term efficacy and systemic absorption.
      FCE 28260: A Forgotten 5α-Reductase Inhibitor

      community FCE 28260: A Forgotten 5α-Reductase Inhibitor

      in Research  330 upvotes 1 year ago
      FCE 28260 (PNU 156765), an under-explored 5α-reductase inhibitor, showcases promising results in research by Giudici et al., outperforming well-known treatments like Finasteride in reducing the conversion of testosterone to DHT. Its superior efficacy, demonstrated through lower IC50 values in both natural and human recombinant enzyme studies, suggests it could offer more effective management of DHT-related conditions. Additionally, its lower molecular weight hints at better potential for topical application, potentially offering advantages in treating conditions such as androgenic alopecia. Despite its potential, it has not advanced in development, possibly due to financial limitations, leaving its therapeutic prospects and side effect profile largely unexplored.

      community HLT Megathread on HMI-115 (key takeaways in comments)

      in Research/Science  39 upvotes 3 years ago
      HMI-115, a newly discovered hair loss treatment that could potentially be effective for those with diffuse thinning and telogen effluvium. It is based on prolactin receptor antagonist signaling and has already undergone Phase I trials in women, with potential commercialization by 2027.

      community ~3 Mo on oral 0.5 dut + 2.5minox

      in Progress Pictures  17 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user started taking oral 0.5 mg dutasteride and 2.5 mg minoxidil daily since July 9. After about three months, they report positive progress in hair regrowth, with others agreeing it looks good.

      community 6 months Minodixil 5mg/Dutasteride 0.5mg

      in Progress Pictures  106 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 25-year-old uses oral minoxidil, dutasteride, and a shampoo with minoxidil and ketoconazole for hair loss, experiencing progress and increased body hair. Users discuss the effectiveness of these treatments, with some suggesting that dutasteride is primarily responsible for hair thickening.

      community Oral minox + dut

      in Research/Science  10 upvotes 5 years ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments using oral minoxidil, oral dutasteride, and mesotherapy dutasteride, showing impressive 6-month results. The user wishes these treatments were available in the U.S.

      community 3 Months on “Phoenix” 2-in-1 pill (1mg fin + 3mg min oral)

      in Product  1 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user is taking a 2-in-1 pill containing 1mg finasteride and 3mg minoxidil daily, noticing some hair thickening and new hair growth but minimal progress at the back of the head. They are considering adding topical minoxidil or increasing dosage and are unsure if they should change their routine or wait for more results.

      community Dermatologist visit+prescription

      in Treatment  3 upvotes 6 months ago
      A dermatologist prescribed 0.5mg dutasteride every two days and 5mg Minoxidil daily for hair loss, suggesting dutasteride mesotherapy as an alternative. The discussion questions the effectiveness and cost of mesotherapy compared to oral treatments, with concerns about side effects and the dermatologist's approach.

      community 4 months on 2.5mg Dut + 5mg oral minox daily

      in Progress Pictures  119 upvotes 2 months ago
      The conversation is about a user's positive experience with hair regrowth using 2.5mg daily of Dutasteride and 5mg oral Minoxidil, noting significant progress without major side effects. The user experienced an initial hair shed with Dutasteride, which stopped after starting Minoxidil, and recommends consulting a doctor before adjusting dosages.

      community Since there is so much hype for cosmeRNA and HMI-115...

      in Chat  45 upvotes 3 years ago
      Exploring different treatments for hair loss, such as cosmeRNA and HMI-115 which are small interference messenger RNA that inhibits the DHT receptor and an antibody that binds to the prolactin (PRL) receptor respectively; and researching mechanism and environment of hyperresponders.

      community Pyrludimide (KX-826) or Breezula (clascoterone)

      in Treatment  9 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      The conversation is about hair loss treatments, specifically Pyrludimide (KX-826) and Breezula (clascoterone), with the user unable to tolerate finasteride and dutasteride. The user plans to use these treatments alongside minoxidil, considering the efficacy and availability of each option.
      Compunded Oral Minoxidil, As Efficient As Tablet Variants?

      community Compunded Oral Minoxidil, As Efficient As Tablet Variants?

      in Minoxidil  146 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user discusses using compounded oral minoxidil due to the ineffectiveness and inconvenience of topical minoxidil for diffuse thinning. They question the efficacy of compounded minoxidil compared to original tablet forms and express concerns about the importance of excipients and binders.

      community 5mg or 2,5mg oral minoxdixil?

      in Minoxidil  67 upvotes 4 months ago
      Starting with 5 mg of oral minoxidil for faster initial results, then reducing to 2.5 mg to maintain progress. The user seeks opinions on this approach.