The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically RU58841, with mentions of sideeffects from finasteride and dutasteride. Alternatives like Pyri, KX-826, and Breezula are also mentioned.
GT20029 is a topical treatment that degrades androgen receptors to prevent hair thinning and loss, potentially offering fewer sideeffects than systemic treatments like finasteride. Concerns include its impact on hair texture and potential systemic effects, with market availability speculated in 3 to 5 years.
A user has been taking finasteride for 7 months and is experiencing watery semen as the only sideeffect. They are considering taking zinc supplements to improve this condition.
RU58841 is used by some for hair loss when finasteride and minoxidil are ineffective. Users report mixed results, with some experiencing sideeffects like chest pain and mood changes.
The user reports significant hair density improvement after 8.5 months of using finasteride, with no sideeffects except for initially watery semen. They also mention increased sex drive, which they attribute to finasteride, and regret not starting the treatment earlier due to fear of sideeffects.
The user experienced sideeffects from using 1% finasteride and 2% minoxidil, including dermatitis, erectile dysfunction, and heart palpitations. They switched to using 2000mg pumpkin seed oil, saw palmetto capsules, and applying pumpkin seed oil and rosemary oil twice a week, seeking feedback on results.
The conversation is about finding a safe carrier for topical antiandrogens like finasteride, kx-826, RU58841, and dutasteride to minimize systemic absorption and sideeffects. The user experiences sideeffects from these treatments and is seeking advice on carriers that reduce these effects.
RU58841 and pyrilutamide are being discussed as potential hair loss treatments, with some users reporting sideeffects. There is interest in these treatments as alternatives to 5ar inhibitors and oral minoxidil due to concerns about safety and sideeffects.
A user experienced severe testicular pain after two weeks on oral finasteride. Another user suggested that while rare, this sideeffect can occur and recommended considering topical finasteride if the pain persists.
The safety and effectiveness of RU-58841 as a hair loss treatment, with some users reporting sideeffects like chest pains, while others had positive results. The original research on RU-58841 was likely stopped due to financial issues, not safety concerns.
A male with early-stage hair loss experienced severe sideeffects, including sexual dysfunction from finasteride and increased heart rate and fatigue from high-dose minoxidil, leading to discontinuation of both treatments. He is now relying on DHT-blocking shampoos and awaiting new treatments.
The user resumed using topical finasteride after a two-week break and will update on sideeffects like water retention and gynecomastia in a month. They are also starting DIM and zinc.
A 30-year-old man experienced significant hair loss after starting testosterone replacement therapy (TRT), which did not improve with daily finasteride and minoxidil. He is considering restarting TRT and is seeking advice on using pyrilutamide or RU58841 to prevent further hair loss.
The user observed some regrowth and longer baby hairs after one month of using finasteride, despite experiencing increased shedding. They noted no sideeffects except for clear semen.
The user experienced severe sideeffects from finasteride but found success with Dutasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, and ketoconazole shampoo. They recommend trying Dutasteride if finasteride causes issues.
A user with diffuse hair loss after taking accutane, which might have triggered genetic predisposition to AGA; their experience taking finasteride and experiencing sideeffects of increased oil production, increased sex drive, worsening hair texture; they are considering zinc supplementation with finasteride or other treatments such as alfatradiol or spironolactone.
The conversation discusses the effectiveness of RU58841 for hair loss compared to pyrilutamide, which failed to show significant hair regrowth in trials. Some users report personal sideeffects with RU58841 and question the criteria for success in hair loss treatments.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth and regained confidence after using 1 mg finasteride and minoxidil twice daily. Initial sideeffects like weak erections and hard nipples resolved over time as the body adjusted.
Switching generic finasteride manufacturers can reduce sideeffects while maintaining effectiveness. Different fillers in generics may affect bioavailability and cause varying sideeffects.
A user experienced severe dry eyes as a sideeffect of using topical and oral Finasteride for hair loss and is seeking alternative treatments. They are considering other anti-androgens like Dutasteride, RU58841, Pyrilytamide, and Fluridil, despite mixed results and potential sideeffects.
The effects of Finasteride, a drug used to treat hair loss, prostate problems and other conditions. The post by iaskedadoctor describes the conversations they had with a Urologist about the effects of the drug on DHT levels throughout the body, how lower doses are beneficial in reducing sideeffects, how erectile dysfunction can be psychological as well as physiological, how morning erections are not necessarily important, and how persistent sideeffects appear to be rare. People also shared their experiences with taking Finasteride for hair loss, including potential sideeffects such as reduced ejaculate force and development of man boobs.
Low-dose topical finasteride may reduce scalp DHT with fewer sideeffects than oral finasteride, though it can still lower blood serum DHT. Users report varying experiences, with some finding topical use effective and side-effect-free, while others note significant DHT suppression.
An 18-year-old is experiencing hair loss and sideeffects from using topical Minoxidil and Finasteride. They are seeking advice on managing hair loss and sideeffects, including reduced libido and dry scalp.
OP experienced sideeffects from finasteride and is considering trying RU58841 for hair loss, while currently using minoxidil, Stemoxydine, a dermapen, and Nizoral. Another user shared positive results with RU58841, noting no sideeffects and maintained hair thickness after stopping its use.
Spironolactone, finasteride, and dutasteride are discussed for hair maintenance, with concerns about testosterone and sideeffects like gynecomastia. Spironolactone is noted for use in both bodybuilding and hormone therapy, with low doses considered for minimizing sideeffects.
A user is experiencing sideeffects from topical finasteride and is considering using a low dose of anastrozole to manage potential gynecomastia while continuing finasteride for hair loss. They are unsure whether to start the aromatase inhibitor immediately or wait to see if their body adjusts.
Switching from finasteride to dutasteride and back to finasteride led to gynecomastia and fatigue, likely due to hormonal imbalances. Suggested treatments include Tamoxifen, Raloxifene, or low-dose Anastrozole, with a recommendation to test testosterone and estradiol levels.
Finasteride significantly increased testosterone levels for the user, with no major sideeffects except watery semen, which was resolved with zinc supplements. The user's hairline stopped receding and slightly improved.
Isotretinoin may cause hair loss by increasing DHT through a precursor androgen, DHEAS. Treatments like topical antiandrogens (RU58841, pyrilutamide) and drugs increasing PPAR-y expression (pioglitazone) might prevent this hair loss.