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      community Serenoa repens (Saw palmetto)

      in Chat  4 upvotes 3 months 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 P-1075: a BETTER version of Minoxidil

      in Research/Science 8 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 thoughts on topical Saw Palmetto oil

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user is considering topical Saw Palmetto or Pumpkin Seed Oil due to sensitivity to finasteride and cost issues. They also use dermastamping for Minoxidil absorption and seek advice on timing to avoid systemic absorption.

      community I’m an outlier, very sensitive to Saw Palmetto/Fin

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 5 years ago
      The user experienced sensitivity and side effects from finasteride and Saw Palmetto, leading to swollen and sensitive breasts, and decided to stop finasteride after two weeks. They are now trying Saw Palmetto, Biotin, and Ashwagandha, while others in the conversation discuss their own experiences with hair loss treatments like minoxidil and finasteride.

      community Do these two supplements inhibit 5alpha-reductase?

      in Chat  1 upvotes 5 years ago
      Pumpkin Seed Oil and Perilla Oil (with alpha-lipoic acid, linoleic acid, and oleic acid) are discussed as potential 5alpha-reductase inhibitors. The conversation focuses on their effectiveness for hair loss treatment.

      community Kintor develop GT20026 Anti-Androgen receptor drug with NO SIDES

      in Treatment  18 upvotes 5 years ago
      The conversation discusses GT20029, a new topical drug for hair loss and acne without notable side effects, which has been accepted for investigational use in China. Some users express skepticism about the legitimacy of the company and the potential for other drugs like RU58841 to be developed due to patent expiration and lack of profitability.

      community RU58841 in Pumpkin Seed Oil (PSO)

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user is seeing good results with RU58841 for hair loss, noting reduced shedding and thicker hair. They plan to use pumpkin seed oil as a solvent to avoid water content, which they believe reduces the effectiveness of anti-androgens.

      community My DHT-blocking protocol, I'm exited!

       6 upvotes 6 years ago
      The post discusses a hair loss treatment regimen using saw palmetto, pumpkin seed oil extract, EGCG (green tea) extract, grape seed oil extract, rosemary oil extract, and Zix. The user plans to use these DHT-blockers and 5AR inhibitors for six months and report the results.

      community Saw Palmetto/Pumkin seed gives basically same results as Fin

      in Treatment 1 year ago
      A user reported that Procerin, containing Saw Palmetto and Pumpkin seed oil, provided similar hair thickening results as finasteride but with milder side effects. They experienced reduced libido and watery ejaculations but are adjusting the dose to minimize these effects.

      community Serenoa Repens (saw palmetto) + plus biotin

      in Chat  5 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user is using minoxidil for hair loss and considering adding finasteride but their dermatologist advised waiting to see if minoxidil works alone. They are thinking about taking saw palmetto (serenoa repens) and biotin as alternatives and are asking for others' experiences and potential side effects.

      community Anagenic is trying to compound Gt20029

      in Treatment  56 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation discusses concerns that Anagenic's version of GT20029 might not be as effective or safe as Kintor's, with comparisons to issues faced by pyrilutamide. The chemical structure of the drug has been published.

      community Looks like a real cure to the root of baldness (DHT-induced senescence) was proven earlier this year

      in Research/Science  739 upvotes 3 years ago
      A study that outlines the full model for androgenic alopecia (AGA) which links DHT to cellular senescence in dermal papilla cells, and suggests black chokeberry as a source of cyanidin 3-O-arabinoside polyphenol with potential anti-oxidant properties that could reverse this process. The post encourages reaching out to experts in anti-aging and longevity to research treatments involving the polyphenol.

      community Additional supplements / peptides to maximize finasteride benefit

      in Research/Science  3 upvotes 4 weeks ago
      The user is using finasteride, HGH, GHK-CU, BPC-157, KPV, biotin/collagen/keratin vitamins, ketoconazole shampoo, and low-dose naltrexone to address hair loss, avoiding minoxidil due to past shedding experiences. Adenosine is discussed as a potential alternative to minoxidil, though it is noted to be expensive and hard to find.

      community Kintor Pharmaceutical Announces AR-PROTAC (GT20029) Approved for Acne and Androgenic Alopecia Clinical Trials in China

      in Technology  13 upvotes 5 years ago
      The conversation discusses the approval of Kintor Pharmaceutical's AR-PROTAC (GT20029) for clinical trials in China for acne and androgenic alopecia. One user expresses optimism about new treatments being developed and seeks clarification on how the new drug works, specifically if it temporarily degrades the AR protein to reduce DHT sensitivity in hair follicles.

      community Targeting multiple AGA mechanisms with commonly available substances

       4 upvotes 7 years ago
      The conversation discusses using a multimodal approach to treat androgenic alopecia, including substances like gamma-linolenic acid, DHA, sulforaphane, melatonin, cetirizine, astaxanthin, fisetin, apigenin, curcumin, limonene, genistein, and berberine. Users also mention using ketoconazole, minoxidil, and low-level laser therapy (LLLT) as part of their hair loss treatment regimens.

      community Finasteride + Ashwagandha. Inputs ?

      in Research/Science  8 upvotes 3 years ago
      Finasteride and Ashwagandha are discussed as potential treatments for hair loss, with mixed opinions on Ashwagandha's effectiveness and safety. Some users report no benefits from Ashwagandha, while others caution against its use due to potential liver issues.

      community inactive ingredients of Sandoz Finasteride 5mg compared too Proscar and Propecia?

       3 upvotes 10 years ago
      The conversation discusses the differences in inactive ingredients between Sandoz 5mg Finasteride and Proscar/Propecia, questioning the purpose of certain additives like Docusate sodium. It seeks to determine if these differences affect the effectiveness of the treatment for hair loss.

      community How effective would this be compared to just topical min + fin?

      in Finasteride  6 upvotes 6 years ago
      The user discusses using a topical solution with minoxidil, finasteride, and additional ingredients like apigenin, oleanolic acid, and biotinoyl tripeptide. They question if this combination is more effective than using just minoxidil and finasteride alone, noting they are already taking oral finasteride.

      community Beating gyno symptoms on fin: my recent success

      in Update  18 upvotes 4 years ago
      A user successfully managed finasteride-induced gyno symptoms by making lifestyle changes, including fasting, avoiding soy, and increasing cardio. They resumed finasteride with a lower dose combined with minoxidil and P7 vitamins without recurrence of symptoms.

      community Are we underestimating systemic absorption with homemade/generic Topical Fin? (HPCH vs. PG/Ethanol formulations)

      in Research/Science  5 upvotes 4 months ago
      Topical finasteride may have higher systemic absorption and lower efficacy when using a Propylene Glycol/Ethanol formulation compared to the hydroxypropyl chitosan (HPCH) formulation. The safety profile of topical finasteride relies heavily on the HPCH formulation, and using standard solutions might lead to different pharmacokinetics.

      community DS Labs SOD suppliments, anyone try them?

      in Product  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about trying DS Labs SOD supplements for hair loss, which contain ingredients like Genistein, B-sitosterol, and Biotin. The user is considering adding these supplements to their existing hair care routine.

      community Patent for topical resveratrol and melatonin for AGA

       4 upvotes 6 years ago
      The conversation discusses a patent for using topical resveratrol and melatonin to treat androgenetic alopecia (AGA) and also mentions interest in topical sulforaphane as a treatment.

      community (Topic) does saw palmetto actually work?

      in Chat  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      Saw palmetto can help reduce DHT levels and may work in combination with other supplements like beta sitosterol and pygume, but it's less effective than finasteride. Additional treatments like pumpkin seed extract, zinc, biotin, essential oils, scalp massages, and micro-needling can support hair health, but should not replace existing treatments like finasteride.

      community GT20029 & KX826 Major Updates from Kintor.

      in Research/Science  104 upvotes 1 year ago
      KX826 shows promise as a hair loss treatment with a 10% increase in hair count, but concerns about Kintor's marketing practices and the systemic effects of treatments like GT20029 and RU58841 remain. Users express skepticism and hope, with some preferring traditional treatments like finasteride and minoxidil.