A user plans to stop Dutasteride to conceive a child, seeking advice on hair maintenance. Suggestions include switching to Finasteride, but many emphasize prioritizing child safety.
The conversation discusses using RU58841 or Pyrilutamide for hair loss, with some users suggesting switching to more proven treatments like oral or topical finasteride. One user reports no progress with RU58841, finasteride, and minoxidil, and mentions experiencing regression.
Finasteride and Propecia are essentially the same, but some people may respond differently due to inactive ingredients. If cost is not an issue, Propecia is preferred due to better quality control and consistent results.
The user shared progress pictures and discussed their hair loss treatment routine, which includes minoxidil, finasteride, Nizoral, dermastamping, tretinoin, rosemary oil, hair peptides, biotin, and collagen supplements. They are seeking advice on hair transplantation, minoxidil application, and the impact of testosterone replacement therapy on hair loss.
The user is experiencing hair loss despite using finasteride and dutasteride and is considering adding minoxidil. Suggestions include switching to daily dutasteride and adding a topical anti-androgen.
The user is frustrated with minimal hair regrowth after using dutasteride, oral minoxidil, and previously finasteride and topical minoxidil. Despite feeling discouraged, others suggest continuing treatment as progress can be slow and subtle, with some users noting visible improvement.
The conversation is about finding a safe carrier for topical antiandrogens like finasteride, kx-826, RU58841, and dutasteride to minimize systemic absorption and side effects. The user experiences side effects from these treatments and is seeking advice on carriers that reduce these effects.
PP405 may not need daily use like minoxidil, but finasteride might still be needed to maintain hair regrowth. PP405 reawakens dormant hair follicles, potentially offering a long-term solution, though not a permanent cure.
Finasteride is more accepted than hair systems because it is less visible and maintains natural hair. Treatments like minoxidil and finasteride are commonly used for hair loss, but opinions on hair systems vary.
A user is making their own dutasteride solution using MCT oil but is concerned about its effectiveness and bioavailability. They are considering using propylene glycol or adding ethanol for better results, while others suggest the current dosage might be excessive.
A woman experiencing hormonal hair loss is on dutasteride and bicalutamide, which initially improved her hair, but she is now experiencing a second shedding phase with significant short hair loss. Despite normal hormone levels and no deficiencies, she is unsure if this shedding is normal and seeks advice.
PP405 is considered a promising hair loss treatment, potentially replacing minoxidil but not finasteride. Users are hopeful for future treatments like GT20029 and VDPHL01, while remaining cautious about effectiveness and side effects.
Finasteride and dutasteride are discussed as preventative treatments for hair loss, with some advocating for early use and others concerned about side effects, especially before full maturity. Many regret not starting these treatments earlier due to their effectiveness in preventing or slowing hair loss.
A user is considering microneedling to enhance absorption of a prescribed topical hair loss treatment containing Minoxidil, Dutasteride, and Latanoprost, while already taking oral Minoxidil and Dutasteride. They seek advice on the effectiveness and safety of combining these treatments, especially due to the cost and their desire to maximize results.
A 22-year-old is experiencing hair loss after transitioning from fem HRT to DIY testosterone therapy and is considering using Dutasteride while also taking Saw Palmetto. They are concerned about the impact on virilization and proper development.
The conversation discusses a hair loss treatment regimen involving finasteride, dutasteride, spironolactone, bicalutamide, oral estradiol, microneedling, and minoxidil. The regimen aims to reduce androgenic alopecia by blocking DHT and androgens, with a caution about potential feminizing effects.
The user is using 5% Minoxidil and 0.1% topical Finasteride and is considering adding 0.5mg Dutasteride every 5 days to stabilize hair regrowth. Consistency with treatment is advised, and there is no strong evidence linking Finasteride or Dutasteride to fertility issues.
The conversation discusses side effects of finasteride, including low libido and potential gynecomastia, with some users mocking fear-mongering while others share personal experiences. The original poster mentions using finasteride, peppermint oil, coconut oil, olive oil, and Pennzoil, and considers saw palmetto as an alternative.
The user experienced chest soreness and mild gynecomastia after taking 1mg finasteride three times a week, which resolved after stopping the medication. They are considering trying a lower dose or topical finasteride to avoid side effects.
Procapil is marketed as a natural hair loss treatment but lacks strong evidence and is industry-biased. Minoxidil and Finasteride are the only FDA-approved treatments for androgenetic alopecia.
The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, including dutasteride, oral minoxidil, finasteride, and potential additions like topical finasteride, minoxidil, micro-needling, and topical anti-androgens such as RU58841. The effectiveness and worth of these treatments, including localized dutasteride mesotherapy, are considered.
PP405 is being discussed as a potential hair loss treatment, possibly more effective than minoxidil. There are concerns about its effectiveness and product contamination, but some users report early signs of hair regrowth.
The user's hair regrowth plan includes topical treatments (RU58841, azelaic acid, ketoconazole), oral supplements (Gia Herbs, castor oil), microneedling, PTD-DBM peptide with valproic acid, red light therapy, inversion table with scalp massage, and platelet-rich fibrin injections. Commenters suggest that finasteride and minoxidil are essential treatments for male pattern hair loss, which are missing from the plan.
GHK-Cu peptide injections are discussed for hair growth, but users report mixed results and suggest focusing on DHT management first. Some users combine GHK-Cu with treatments like Minoxidil and Dutasteride, but emphasize its benefits for skin rather than hair.
Transitioning from finasteride to Pyrilutamide as a treatment for hair loss, and the potential risks associated with taking such a drug. People have discussed the need to wait at least 6 months in order to assess results, and are willing to risk their health trying this new medication.
Hair cloning and new treatments like ET-02, Veradermics (vdphl01), and wound-induced hair neogenesis show promise but are not yet widely available. Current effective treatments include minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride, with early intervention being crucial for better outcomes.
The conversation is about someone's progress with hair regrowth using finasteride and minoxidil from December 1st to May 10th. They also mention using a topical treatment with a concentration of 0.004 per spray.