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      community Extreme caution: my experience using Ru58841 only once

      in Treatment  10 upvotes 1 year ago
      An 18-year-old experienced severe side effects, including heart palpitations and high blood pressure, after using RU58841 once, leading to a referral to cardiology for suspected left ventricular hypertrophy. The user regrets using RU58841 and seeks advice on recovery, while others suggest preexisting conditions or genetic predispositions may be factors.

      community Got some bloodwork done, horrifying results.

       9 upvotes 8 years ago
      The user is concerned about high DHT levels despite using finasteride and dutasteride for hair loss, suggesting these treatments may not be effective. They plan to consult an endocrinologist and consider other antiandrogens, acknowledging potential side effects.

      community If PP405 goes systemic this would be quite catastrophic

      in Research/Science  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      Concerns about the potential systemic effects and safety of PP405 for hair loss, with discussions on its comparison to existing treatments like finasteride and minoxidil. Users express skepticism about untested research chemicals and emphasize the importance of clinical trials to ensure safety and efficacy.

      community Somebody has gotta try this- HMI-115 reference anti-body

      in Treatment  14 upvotes 3 years ago
      The potential of using a specific antibody, HMI-115, as a treatment for hair loss alongside traditional treatments such as minoxidil and finasteride. The user suggests trying either a 240 mg or 30 mg dose to see if it works.

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

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 4 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 Minoxidil night time application

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 2 months ago
      Apply minoxidil at least 1-2 hours before bed to ensure it dries and doesn't transfer to the pillow. Foam dries faster than liquid, and using a satin beanie after drying can help prevent transfer.

      community Testosterone and Estradiol levels on 1 mg/day dutasteride

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  42 upvotes 6 months ago
      A 30-year-old man experienced significant hair regrowth and improved libido after using finasteride and dutasteride for androgenetic alopecia, with no adverse effects. He plans to reduce dutasteride dosage when trying to conceive and has been using topical minoxidil since 2015.

      community Hormone tests to decide on oral fin

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  4 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation discusses starting low-dose oral finasteride for hair loss, considering hormone levels and potential side effects like gynecomastia. Suggestions include using DIM for estradiol, vitamin B6 for prolactin, and lifestyle changes to optimize hormone profiles before starting treatment.

      community 8 months results (dut 0.5 and min 2.5)

      in Progress Pictures  20 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their 8-month progress using dutasteride 0.5 mg and oral minoxidil 2.5 mg for hair loss, expressing disappointment with the results and considering increasing the dosage. Other users advised patience, suggesting that improvements can continue over time, and recommended consulting a dermatologist before making changes.

      community The Fear of Oral Minoxidil is Overblown

      in Research/Science  272 upvotes 9 months ago
      Low-dose oral minoxidil is a safe and effective hair loss treatment with fewer side effects than previously feared. Users often prefer it over topical minoxidil for better results, though some experience side effects like increased body hair and cardiovascular issues.

      community How finasteride or DUT works for me

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 1 month ago
      Some users experience side effects from finasteride and switch to alternatives like pyralutamide and a finasteride-minoxidil mix. These alternatives may reduce side effects while helping with hair loss.
      Hairline still receding during finasteride

      community Hairline still receding during finasteride

      in General  152 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using Finasteride for over four months to treat androgenetic alopecia but continues to experience hair loss and thinning. They recently started using Minoxidil and are considering switching to Dutasteride due to concerns about Finasteride's effectiveness.

      community Experience with DUT 3x a week?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  11 upvotes 1 day ago
      Using dutasteride 0.5mg three times a week may be more effective than daily finasteride for hair regrowth, but experiences vary, with some users reporting side effects like anxiety and mood swings. Others suggest combining finasteride with dutasteride initially, while some find topical minoxidil more tolerable.

      community High DHT with finasteride. Help!

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  5 upvotes 2 years ago
      Despite using 5% minoxidil, 0.1% finasteride, and other treatments like microneedling, MK-677, and Cialis, hair loss continues with high testosterone and DHT levels. Considering oral dutasteride but concerned about further increasing testosterone levels.

      community Solution vehicle used by compounding pharmacy

      in Research/Science  1 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user is using 0.1% dutasteride, 1% minoxidil with 2% procapil and 0.005% caffeine in the morning, and 1% minoxidil with 2% procapil and 0.01% tretinoin at night. They are concerned about the solution vehicle's effectiveness in preventing systemic absorption and ensuring the products stay around the hair follicles.

      community Should I be hopeful? Oral min 5mg dutasteride 1mg

      in Is this regrowth?  22 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments including oral minoxidil 5mg, dutasteride 1mg, and suggestions to use a derma stamp on the scalp. Some users believe these treatments can improve hair condition or at least stabilize loss, while one suggests considering a hair transplant after a year if desired.

      community Increasing Oral Minoxidil Dose Over Time

      in Research/Science  92 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user reports hair loss despite using minoxidil and plans to increase their oral minoxidil dose gradually while also taking finasteride, dermarolling weekly, and applying topical stemoxydine nightly. They shared a link suggesting that increasing minoxidil dosage can improve hair growth and thickness.

      community Me looking at my friends slight temple recession and calculating how long it'll take for him to bring it up to me, the Hairloss expert (I've been on finasteride for 6 months) so I can slap him with a 30 minute presentation about DHT miniaturization and 5-alpha reductase inhibitors

      in Satire  536 upvotes 2 years ago
      The post is a humorous take on the author's experience with hair loss and using finasteride for six months. The conversation includes discussions about hair loss, treatments like finasteride, and personal experiences with baldness.

      community Horrible news, Stemson Therapeutics has shut down

      in Technology  194 upvotes 1 year ago
      Stemson Therapeutics has shut down, disappointing those seeking a hair loss cure. Current treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride are discussed, with some users experiencing side effects and exploring alternatives like PP405.

      community how about progesterone cream?

      in Research/Science  22 upvotes 1 year ago
      Progesterone cream might help with hair loss by inhibiting DHT production and suppressing prolactin, which can increase DHT. Some dermatologists have used progesterone for hair loss treatment, and it has been effective, sometimes combined with minoxidil, finasteride, and hydrocortisone.

      community I cannot even tolerate Nutrafol

      in Product  6 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user experienced side effects from finasteride and Nutrafol, opting for non-hormonal treatments like minoxidil, exercise, and a healthy lifestyle. Others discussed using Dutasteride, Biotin, and minoxidil with varying success and side effects.

      community Who else stares at ppl that are balding

      in Chat  123 upvotes 1 year ago
      Many people become hyper-aware of hair loss in themselves and others, often leading to feelings of jealousy or self-consciousness. Treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride are commonly discussed as solutions to combat hair loss.