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      community Dutasteride power compared to finasteride

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  15 upvotes 10 months ago
      Dutasteride is generally considered more effective than finasteride for hair regrowth, with some users experiencing better results, especially at higher doses. However, individual responses vary, and some users report side effects or no response to either treatment.

      community Oral Minoxidil- Be Careful!!!!!

      in Minoxidil  417 upvotes 11 months ago
      Oral minoxidil can cause severe side effects, including heart issues, even at low doses. Users suggest starting with a lower dose or using topical treatments to minimize risks.

      community Duta 2,5mg/day - No Progress - 28M

      in Update  5 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 28-year-old is experiencing hair loss despite using treatments like oral minoxidil, finasteride, and high-dose dutasteride (2.5 mg). They suspect lichen planus might be contributing to the issue and plan to continue treatment while monitoring progress.

      community [20M] Hair Regrowth with Minoxidil ONLY- Need Opinions

      in Minoxidil  244 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 20-year-old is using minoxidil for hair regrowth and considering finasteride despite concerns about side effects. Many suggest adding finasteride to maintain gains, with recommendations to start with a low dose or use a topical form to minimize side effects.

      community Being Safe on Oral Minoxidil: tl;dr on the literature.

      in Research/Science  51 upvotes 1 year ago
      Oral minoxidil is effective for hair loss but can cause cardiovascular side effects, such as pericardial effusion, especially in those with genetic predispositions. Starting with low doses and monitoring cardiovascular health are advised to reduce risks.

      community GT20029 China Phase II Trial For AGA Reached Primary Endpoint

      in Research/Science  133 upvotes 2 years ago
      The GT20029 tincture, a topical androgen receptor degrader, showed significant hair growth and good safety in a China Phase II trial for male androgenetic alopecia (AGA), with the 1% dose twice weekly identified as optimal. The company plans to initiate Phase III trials in China and Phase II in the U.S., and the treatment also shows promise for acne.

      community How is it that golden era bodybuilders kept their hair while blasting gear while in the modern era most are bald? I’m convinced there’s something in our food and water causing MPB to speed up

      in Satire  726 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about the difference in hair loss between bodybuilders in the "Golden Era" and modern bodybuilders. Some users speculate that factors such as the types and doses of steroids used, genetics, diet, microplastics, and overall health may contribute to hair loss. Hair loss prevention medication and transplants are mentioned as potential treatments.

      community DHEA, the culprit behind DUPA ? Read this!

      in Research/Science  19 upvotes 2 years ago
      High DHEA levels may contribute to hair loss by increasing DHT in hair follicles, potentially explaining why finasteride is ineffective for some. Treatments like high-dose dutasteride and RU58841 are suggested, but the underlying cause, such as adrenal issues, should be investigated.

      community Minoxidil seems logistically impossible and impractical to use

      in Minoxidil  136 upvotes 2 years ago
      The post discusses concerns about the practicality of using Minoxidil foam for hair loss, including the frequency of application, preparation, coverage area, and drying time. Responses suggest that missing a dose isn't detrimental, it can be applied once a day, it works on all hair areas, and it doesn't need to be perfectly dry before application.

      community Sandalore: a scientific homemade approch

       19 upvotes 7 years ago
      The post discusses using Sandalore as a potential hair loss treatment, emphasizing precise measurements and safe handling. The user compares Sandalore's effects to Minoxidil and mentions preparing a solution with ethanol and DMSO.

      community Does this seem overboard for my first attempt at saving and regrowth

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 4 months ago
      A 23-year-old is experiencing hair thinning and considering treatments like dutasteride, minoxidil, and finasteride. Suggestions include using topical 5% minoxidil foam and 1mg oral finasteride, with caution advised for dutasteride and oral minoxidil due to potential side effects.

      community Dutasteride Literally Saves Your Hair

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  101 upvotes 1 year ago
      Dutasteride significantly reduces scalp DHT levels and can save hair, though shedding is part of the process. Some users report success with dutasteride, while others struggle despite using it along with finasteride and oral minoxidil.

      community What treatment helped you with oily scalp/hair loss?

      in Chat  8 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been dealing with an oily scalp, seborrheic dermatitis, and hair loss for 18 months, using finasteride without improvement. Another user suggested dutasteride for reducing scalp oiliness.

      community Starting Fluridil (Eucapil) Topical

      in Update  13 upvotes 3 years ago
      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.

      community Dutasteride Users, do you Still Take Creatine?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  11 upvotes 11 months ago
      The conversation discusses the potential impact of creatine on hair loss, with some users sharing personal experiences of increased shedding while others argue there's no scientific evidence linking creatine to hair loss. The original poster switched from finasteride to dutasteride and is considering resuming creatine after monitoring its effects on hair loss.

      community Is anyone buying this comb over?

      in Styling  310 upvotes 3 years ago
      User has diffuse thinning crown and uses combover with hair spray. Oral minoxidil showed amazing results for another user.

      community is this good ? did anyone try it ?

      in Ketoconazole  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      Ketoconazole is discussed as a treatment for hair loss, with mixed reviews on its effectiveness and side effects. Some users find it helpful for scalp conditions, while others report it makes hair feel dry and doesn't aid regrowth.

      community My topical dutasteride experience

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  15 upvotes 4 years ago
      User tried various hair loss treatments, including natural remedies, topical and oral finasteride, RU with stemoxydine, and topical dutasteride. All treatments had side effects, and topical dutasteride thickened hair but also caused side effects.

      community Does anyone else feel that the hype for PP405 has gone?

      in Chat  25 upvotes 1 month ago
      The conversation discusses skepticism and diminishing excitement around the hair loss treatment PP405 due to unclear trial results. It also mentions other treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, VDPHL01 (extended-release minoxidil), and GT20026 as potential options for hair loss management.

      community Topical Finasteride in India??

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  7 upvotes 1 year ago
      The post expresses frustration over the unavailability of pure topical finasteride in India despite the developed pharma industry. The user seeks advice on making it at home and its effectiveness.

      community Topical Dutasteride - Non-Hormonal, Side Effect Free 5ARI

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  26 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses the effectiveness and skepticism around topical dutasteride for hair loss, with mentions of combining it with other treatments like minoxidil and oral medications. Some users doubt its efficacy due to lack of independent studies and potential conflicts of interest.

      community Is this Regrowth? 4 months fin+minox + dermarolling

      in Is this regrowth?  46 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user has been using finasteride, minoxidil, dermarolling, and keto shampoo for hair regrowth, showing positive results after four months. Some users suggest adding tretinoin cream for better absorption, and there's a debate on whether finasteride should be taken at night.

      community 5 months progress oral min and fin

      in Progress Pictures  377 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user shared 5 months of progress using 1mg finasteride and 2.5mg minoxidil, showing before and after pictures. Other users complimented the results and discussed their own experiences with similar treatments.