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User taking 1mg finasteride daily for 2 years, wants to block more scalp DHT. Seeks reference for additional topical DHT blockers like alfatradiol and fluridil.

Creatine use with finasteride increased DHT levels, possibly affecting hair loss. The user plans to reduce creatine to stabilize DHT and hair shedding.

The conversation is about starting finasteride for hair loss, with concerns about high free testosterone and potential side effects like gynecomastia. The user plans to address vitamin deficiencies before beginning the treatment.

A 46-year-old male shared his 3-week progress using HIMS serum with Finasteride 0.3% and Minoxidil 6%, showing improvement without noticeable shedding. His routine includes vitamins, a healthy diet, and specific hair care practices like microneedling and using caffeine solution.

New treatments for AGA are emerging, including pyrilutumide, gt0029, scube3, kx-826, and pp405. Verteporfin is mentioned as a promising option.

A user experienced worsened hair condition after a PRP session and is considering stopping further sessions. They are using a Dermapen, electric massage, iron, saw palmetto, and plan to start minoxidil, but have had side effects with finasteride and are advised to consider dutasteride under medical supervision.

AltruisticBro's experience with Fluridil (Eucapil) as a hair loss treatment, and the current blood work results associated with it. They are not willing to take finasteride due to potential permanent side effects.

Low doses of finasteride, even as low as 0.25 mg, can effectively prevent hair loss without significantly lowering DHT levels. Combining finasteride with natural DHT-lowering solutions may achieve similar results to higher doses.

Dutasteride is often taken daily despite its long half-life because consistent dosing maintains optimal serum levels for effective DHT suppression. Some users report success with less frequent dosing, such as three times a week, but effectiveness can vary based on individual response and professional advice.

OP has been using daily oral finasteride 1.25mg for 5 months with noticeable progress and no side effects. They chose this dosage by cutting 5mg pills into quarters due to cost.