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      community So I have good results but theres a catch

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 4 years ago
      The user experienced good hair growth results using a combination of finasteride, minoxidil, and a topical formulation, but faced temporary numbness as a side effect. They manage this by microdosing oral finasteride and minoxidil and using the topical formulation sparingly.

      community Dht normal after taking fin and then dut

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been taking dutasteride for 8 months and finasteride before that, with normal DHT levels but high estradiol and prolactin, leading to sexual side effects. The user is disappointed with these results.

      community 1mg FIN only. 1 year progress on (28M)

      in Progress Pictures  344 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user "Bardo95" shared their one-year progress using finasteride (FIN) for hair loss. They experienced thickening of their general thinning and received compliments on their progress. Other users discussed their own experiences with finasteride and expressed hope for similar results.

      community Topical Saw Palmetto: An Alternative to Microdosing Topical Finasteride?

      in Product  16 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user is exploring topical Saw Palmetto as a milder alternative to microdosing topical Finasteride for hair loss, aiming to minimize systemic DHT impact. They plan to experiment with this herbal remedy for a year to assess its effectiveness on their mild androgenetic alopecia without significant side effects.

      community Switched from finasteride to dutasteride - 2 month update

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user switched from finasteride to dutasteride for hair loss treatment, but experienced increased libido, itchy scalp, and accelerated hair loss. Another user suggested that genetic variations might cause dutasteride to be less effective and recommended checking for specific genetic markers.

      community Finasteride vs Dutasteride: The Science

      in Research/Science  170 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation compares Finasteride and Dutasteride for hair loss treatment, discussing their effectiveness and side effects. Users share personal results and consider combining treatments like Dutasteride with RU58841.

      community Finasteride is love, Finasteride is life

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  35 upvotes 3 years ago
      The positive effects of taking finasteride for hair loss, with the poster being four months into treatment and seeing improved thickness on their right side of scalp. Another user replied expressing hope in having similar results after starting to take finasteride.

      community Does caffeine inhibit 5-α-reductase?

      in Treatment  5 upvotes 6 years ago
      Caffeine may promote hair growth and potentially inhibit 5-α-reductase activity in hair follicles, but its effectiveness and systemic impact remain unclear. Users discuss using topical caffeine solutions, with some experiencing no side effects compared to finasteride.

      community From finasteride to Serenoa repens

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user experienced anxiety and side effects from topical finasteride and is considering switching to saw palmetto. Another user reported no improvement with saw palmetto and experienced liver issues.

      community Pyrilutamide from Ligand Chem in the UK

      in Research/Science  4 upvotes 3 years ago
      Pyrilutamide from Ligand Chem was used by several individuals to address hair loss, with mixed results and no significant side effects reported. Some users switched to Minoxidil Max for better value, while others noted no hair growth or only a reduction in shedding.

      community Pyrilutamide with Alfatradiol and minoxidil (23M)

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user experienced side effects from a hair loss treatment and is considering using pyrilutamide, alfatradiol, and possibly minoxidil. They are unsure about starting minoxidil immediately or waiting to see the effects of the other treatments.

      community FINASTERIDE IS NOT FOR EVERYONE (like me), but you should still try it.

      in Chat  5 upvotes 5 years ago
      Exploring hair loss treatments, with a focus on Finasteride and RU58841 as well as other topical solutions like stemoxydine 5%. The user found that they were sensitive to both oral and topical finasteride, but remain optimistic about finding the right treatment.

      community Is it possible that dutasteride won’t make you depressedd if finasteride did?

      in Chat  16 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses whether dutasteride might cause less depression than finasteride for hair loss treatment, with some users suggesting it could due to different mechanisms of action or molecular size, while others express skepticism or share personal experiences with these medications.

      community If RU58841 is such an effective anti androgen

      in Research/Science  46 upvotes 2 years ago
      RU58841 is discussed as a topical anti-androgen for hair loss, but its effectiveness and safety are not well-documented, leading to mixed opinions and experiences among users. Some combine it with finasteride, but concerns about side effects and lack of FDA approval limit its popularity.

      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 GT20029 China Phase II Trial For AGA Reached Primary Endpoint

      in Research/Science  135 upvotes 2 years ago
      The GT20029 tincture, a topical androgen receptor degrader, showed significant hair growth and good safety in a China Phase II trial for male androgenetic alopecia (AGA), with the 1% dose twice weekly identified as optimal. The company plans to initiate Phase III trials in China and Phase II in the U.S., and the treatment also shows promise for acne.

      community 1 year finasteride - male 44 years

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  618 upvotes 4 months ago
      A 44-year-old man has been using finasteride for a year with noticeable hair improvement and no significant side effects. He is considering adding minoxidil but prefers minimal medication use.

      community Almost 11-Months of 1.25mg Fin EOD | 23M

      in Progress Pictures  53 upvotes 6 months ago
      A 23-year-old male shared his 11-month progress using 1.25mg finasteride every other day and Nizoral/Dermazole, reporting reduced hair fall and new hair growth without major shedding. Users discussed the risks of finasteride for younger individuals and suggested consulting a doctor, with some recommending minoxidil as an alternative.

      community Anyone relate but on Finasteride?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  465 upvotes 7 months ago
      Finasteride is commonly used for hair loss, with mixed experiences regarding sexual side effects. Some users report no issues, while others experience difficulties, but many find increased confidence and libido.