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      community Post FUE finasteride - moved from oral to topical

      in Finasteride  90 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user switched from oral to topical finasteride with minoxidil after a hair transplant and is experiencing increased hair growth in unexpected areas like eyebrows and sideburns. They are seeking feedback from others with similar experiences.

      community Thinking about signing up for the setipiprant clinical trials

       4 upvotes 8 years ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, with the original poster considering joining a clinical trial for setipiprant after experiencing side effects from finasteride and disinterest in minoxidil. Some users express skepticism about setipiprant's effectiveness, while others encourage participation in the trial for potential benefits.

      community About to throw in towel. I just don't know anymore

      in Treatment  9 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user is experiencing severe side effects from finasteride, including sleep issues, depression, and gynecomastia, and is considering stopping the medication. They are exploring other treatments like RU58841 and dutasteride but are hesitant due to potential side effects.

      community Breezula 6 Month Topline Phase III Results Released

      in Research/Science  171 upvotes 4 months ago
      Breezula shows promising hair growth results, with up to 539% increase in hair count compared to placebo, and regulatory submissions are planned in the US and EU. Users are cautiously optimistic, noting the potential for Breezula to replace finasteride by targeting DHT without systemic effects.

      community Brutal... RU58841 , is that true ?

      in Update  162 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. Concerns are raised about the lack of studies on RU58841 and its potential effects.

      community ru58841: Anyone have experience with this?

      in Product  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about hair loss treatments, specifically discussing RU58841, with concerns about its safety and lack of research. Alternatives like finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil are mentioned, with some users sharing personal experiences and side effects.

      community Finasteride affects both 5a reductase and 5b reductase

       6 upvotes 6 years ago
      Finasteride not only inactivates the 5a reductase enzyme but also affects the 5b reductase enzyme in a dose-dependent manner, which can impact sexual behavior and brain activity. The user experienced significant hair regrowth and side effects on 1mg of finasteride, which diminished after reducing the dose to 0.5mg, leading to no side effects and further hair improvement.

      community Finasteride Update

      in General  91 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user started taking finasteride two weeks ago and feels fine. They are considering using minoxidil but are concerned about its safety around cats.

      community questions for the pyrilutamide users here

      in Treatment  7 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation discusses the storage and use of pyrilutamide for hair loss, where one user advises against keeping it in the freezer as it may crystallize the active compounds.

      community Topical dutasteride significantly outperforms oral finasteride

      in Research/Science  65 upvotes 6 months ago
      Topical dutasteride 0.05% is reported to outperform oral finasteride with minimal side effects, but concerns about study bias exist due to company funding. Some users report mixed results with topical dutasteride, noting issues with skin penetration and systemic absorption.

      community Can I mix finasteride in just water for topical?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  5 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation is about whether finasteride can be mixed with just water for a topical solution and if Isopropyl Alcohol and Propylene Glycol are necessary for effectiveness and faster drying. The user is seeking advice on the formulation of topical finasteride.

      community Finasteride with Low Ferritin and Copper

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  3 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user is experiencing hair loss and is using finasteride while addressing low ferritin and copper levels. They are concerned about continued hair shedding and are advised to correct vitamin deficiencies and wait for finasteride results after 12 months.

      community Some good news for the future.

      in Research/Science  95 upvotes 1 year ago
      PP-405, a potential hair loss treatment, shows promise in stimulating dormant hair follicles and may help with various hair loss types. Current treatments like Minoxidil are still recommended as PP-405 is in early trials and may take years to become available.

      community Fin fixed my life. Thanks tresless.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  968 upvotes 4 weeks ago
      Finasteride and minoxidil stopped hair loss and improved urinary issues for a 34-year-old user. Despite some sexual side effects, the user plans to continue finasteride, while considering restarting minoxidil.

      community How’s my pre fin lab work. Age 40

      in Chat  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their pre-finasteride lab results, including DHT, estradiol, testosterone, SHBG, prolactin, FSH, and LH levels. Another user responded, cautioning against making unsupported claims about side effects and recovery.

      community Cypro to reverse hairloss + Fin?

      in Treatment 9 months ago
      The conversation discusses using cyproterone temporarily to reverse hair loss, followed by finasteride to maintain regrowth. Concerns about cyproterone's side effects, such as lowering testosterone and potential health risks, are raised, with alternatives like spironolactone suggested for androgen-related issues.

      community Is Pyrilutamide the real deal and if so when will it actually be available?

      in Chat  21 upvotes 3 years ago
      Pyrilutamide, a potential hair loss treatment that is currently in development and may be available soon; an androgen receptor degrader which is also being developed as a potential treatment for hair loss; and the comparison between Pyrilutamide, finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841.

      community Finastride only ! user for 4.5 years

      in Progress Pictures  38 upvotes 11 months ago
      A 26-year-old male has been using finasteride for 4.5 years to maintain hair and recently started taking dutasteride weekly due to increased hair shedding. He plans to gradually switch to dutasteride while monitoring side effects and hair changes.

      community Just got my first I-PRF Injection...

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user shared their experience with hair loss treatments, including I-PRF injections, mesotherapy, and a topical solution containing Minoxidil and Finasteride. After experiencing side effects, they decided to stop the medicinal treatments and focus on natural alternatives like I-PRF, microneedling, and essential oils.

      community PRP + GFC for hair regrowth?..

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 2 years ago
      A dermatologist recommended PRP (Platelet Rich Plasma) and GFC (Growth Factor Concentrate) for pattern baldness, but online sources suggest they may not be effective. The user is seeking opinions on these treatments.

      community Conceived on low dose topical fin (.025%), anyone else?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 1 month ago
      A user expressed concern about using low-dose topical finasteride while conceiving, but was reassured that the risk of affecting a fetus is negligible. The user stopped using finasteride during pregnancy and switched to minoxidil and ketoconazole, while others shared experiences and advice on using these treatments safely.