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      community Mental Health and Finasteride Questions

      in General  162 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 20-year-old with anxiety and depression is considering finasteride for hair loss but is worried about potential side effects. They decide to consult a doctor and consider starting with a low dose, while also exploring topical finasteride as a potentially safer option.

      community Is 8% ru58841 significantly stronger than 5%

      in Chat  20 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user increased their RU58841 treatment from 5% to 8% to combat hair loss and is questioning the effectiveness of the higher dosage. Another user shared their extensive hair loss treatment regimen, suggesting that while 8% RU58841 might not significantly change results, it's worth trying as individual responses vary.
      How cooked am i? (M17)

      community How cooked am i? (M17)

      in General  26 upvotes 11 months ago
      A 17-year-old is concerned about hair loss and shares photos for opinions. A user responds that the hair looks normal but is hard to assess from the images.

      community Dutasteride actually has different half lives depending on dose

      in Research/Science  37 upvotes 1 year ago
      Dutasteride's half-life varies with dosage, and lower doses can be effective with fewer side effects compared to finasteride. Some users report different side effects with dutasteride and finasteride, and extreme dosages of dutasteride are unnecessary and potentially harmful.

      community 6 Month Progress Update (Min, Fin, Derma rolling (0.5 mm)

      in Progress Pictures  335 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user named KarensAnon who has been using minoxidil, finasteride, and derma rolling for hair loss treatments over the past 6 months with successful results in restoring their confidence. Other users have offered support and advice regarding similar treatment plans.

      community Anyone ever get a shedding phase on RU58441

      in Chat  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced increased hair shedding after using RU58841 for two months, but found relief from scalp itchiness. Other users shared similar shedding experiences and discussed side effects like joint pain, while also mentioning the use of finasteride and minoxidil.

      community RU58841 carrier - PG/Ethanol vs KB solution?

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 4 years ago
      The conversation discusses the differences between PG/Ethanol and KB solutions for RU58841 application, focusing on potential scalp irritation. KB solution is suggested for those allergic to PG, though both contain ethanol which can dry the scalp.

      community Results 2.5 mg dut and miniature hairs.

      in Is this regrowth?  22 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user has been taking 2.5 mg of dutasteride for 6 months and using minoxidil topically for 3 years but hasn't seen significant hair regrowth, only a slight decrease in hair loss. Suggestions include switching to oral minoxidil, adding microneedling, or using growth agonists like bimatoprost to improve results.

      community My 100 days progress (Hyper-resonder)

      in Progress Pictures  149 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user shared progress pictures after using oral finasteride 1mg daily and topical minoxidil 5% twice a day for 107 days, noting initial shedding that stabilized. Other users discussed application techniques, dosage, and shared encouragement and questions about side effects and results.

      community scarring alopecia awareness in this community

      in Chat  33 upvotes 3 years ago
      Lichen Planopilaris (LPP), a form of permanent hair loss, which can be mistaken for seborrheic dermatitis and is characterized by scalp itching, burning, redness, and dandruff. Treatment options discussed include steroidal creams, finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841.

      community 16month progress on crazy stack

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  8 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user has been using a strong combination of hair loss treatments for 16 months, including Finasteride, Minoxidil, Dutasteride, and RU-58841, but their hair loss has worsened. They're questioning whether their high testosterone levels or residual scalp DHT are causing further hair loss, with a reply suggesting that even small amounts of DHT can cause hair loss if one is sensitive to it.

      community What is up with the DUT hate on tressless?

      in Chat  31 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about the effectiveness of Dutasteride (DUT) for hair loss. Some users have had positive results with DUT, while others have experienced negative effects. Different opinions and experiences are shared, including the mention of Ashton Kutcher using DUT for 20 years without problems.

      community Found a slide summary for PP405

      in Research/Science  35 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      PP405 shows promise in stimulating new terminal hair growth by activating dormant follicles, with no systemic adverse effects observed in a short-term trial. However, long-term efficacy remains unproven, and further trials are needed to confirm its potential as a hair loss treatment.

      community Ru 58841 and essential oils question

      in Treatment  3 upvotes 4 years ago
      The user discusses using essential oils like peppermint, rosemary, tea tree, and lavender to improve hair thickness and seborrheic dermatitis. They plan to add RU58841 to their routine and seek advice on using it alongside the essential oils without interference.

      community GT-20029 should be much more superior than finasteride

      in Research/Science  43 upvotes 1 year ago
      GT-20029 is discussed as a potential hair loss treatment, with concerns about its safety and systemic absorption compared to finasteride. Users express skepticism about its effectiveness and safety, noting that it may not surpass existing treatments like finasteride and minoxidil.

      community For those who switched from finasteride to Dutasteride !

      in Chat  43 upvotes 2 years ago
      People discussed switching from finasteride to dutasteride for hair loss treatment. They reported satisfaction with dutasteride, noting it was more effective than finasteride, particularly after finasteride's effects diminished, and some experienced additional benefits like cost savings and stabilized hair loss, rating dutasteride highly as a treatment.

      community KX-826 users: 0.5% vs 0.9% vs foam

      in Technology  6 upvotes 8 months ago
      KX-826 is being discussed for hair loss treatment, with users debating between 0.5% and 0.9% solutions and foam. Some report side effects like headaches, while others see no changes; it blocks androgen receptors without reducing DHT levels.

      community Does the PG-free version of RU58841 have lower absorption compared to the PG version?

      in Chat  4 upvotes 6 months ago
      The conversation discusses the absorption and effectiveness of PG-free versus PG versions of RU58841, with some users believing PG improves efficacy while others see no difference. Concerns about RU58841's potential side effects on the endocrine system are also mentioned, with one user considering switching to pyrilutamide.

      community 15yo with severe anxiety from Norwood 2.5 and thinning

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  15 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 15-year-old experiencing hair loss and anxiety is using minoxidil and microneedling but is advised against starting finasteride or dutasteride due to age. The discussion emphasizes consulting a doctor, considering hormonal evaluations, and exploring non-medication coping strategies.

      community SUBE3 for sale in the gray market?

      in Chat  5 upvotes 1 year ago
      SCUBE3 is available online but poses risks like tumor promotion and high costs. Users advise against using it due to health concerns and inefficacy as a standalone treatment.

      community 3 Months Finasteride Log: Below Baseline

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  8 upvotes 5 years ago
      A 23-year-old male is using finasteride (1mg daily), derma rolling, and Nizoral for hair loss treatment, experiencing increased shedding and side effects like anxiety, decreased libido, and fatigue. Despite no positive changes in hair after three months, he plans to continue finasteride and may consider RU58841 or CB as future treatments, avoiding minoxidil due to past negative experiences.

      community 4 month Min+Fin progress (topical)

      in Progress Pictures  124 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their 4-month progress using a topical solution with 5% minoxidil and 0.1% finasteride, applied twice daily. They reported good results despite occasional missed applications.