The effects of Finasteride on hair loss and its side-effects, such as aching balls. The user has been taking it for two years with no changes to the symptom.
PP405 may damage hair follicles if used long-term, suggesting cycling might be necessary. Combining it with finasteride could help maintain hair growth.
The conversation discusses doubts about the effectiveness of topical finasteride for hair loss, suggesting that DHT could be produced elsewhere in the body and affect the scalp. It proposes that androgen receptor antagonists like spironolactone and clascoterone might be more effective as they could prevent this potential bypass mechanism.
Hair regrowth using estradiol, spironolactone, minoxidil, and finasteride, showing significant improvement over four years. HRT is not advised for cis men solely for hair loss due to feminizing effects.
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.
The conversation humorously discusses the use of finasteride for hair loss, with exaggerated claims of transformation and sideeffects. Users joke about combining treatments like minoxidil, microneedling, and RU58841, while questioning the effectiveness and authenticity of the results.
The user experienced persistent acne and skin issues with dutasteride, leading them to stop its use. They switched to finasteride, which caused mild acne and potential liver concerns, prompting consideration of alternative treatments like topical finasteride and GHK-Cu.
Dutasteride is safer than finasteride for long-term use, with fewer sexual sideeffects. Users experience better hair regrowth and fewer sideeffects with dutasteride.
Topical spironolactone is more effective than topical finasteride for treating hair loss in both men and women. Oral spironolactone can affect testosterone, but the topical form doesn't impact the endocrine system.
A 32-year-old male experienced erectile dysfunction and decreased libido after using oral dutasteride and minoxidil for hair loss. He is considering switching to topical alternatives like Xyon dutasteride or RU58841 to reduce sideeffects.
A user (seblt) who has had sideeffects from finasteride, minoxidil and RU58841 but is now trying pyrilutamide as a last resort, with other users providing advice and support. They have already seen some baby hairs growing after 10-14 days of treatment and will provide updates in 1-2 weeks.
The conversation discusses a hair loss treatment regimen involving high doses of dutasteride, finasteride, and minoxidil, with concerns about safety and potential sideeffects. Users advise against the excessive use of these medications, suggesting more moderate approaches and consulting a doctor.
The conversation discusses using RU58841 at a 2% concentration as an alternative due to sideeffects from finasteride. The user plans to start with a lower concentration and increase if necessary.
The user is hesitant to use finasteride due to potential hormonal sideeffects and is waiting for the release of pyrilutamide, a new hair loss treatment. Other users suggest trying finasteride, warning about potential regret if hair loss progresses in the meantime.
Eucapill 2% used for 1 month reduced shedding from 200 to 10/20 hairs daily with no sideeffects. Finasteride caused sideeffects like ED and watery semen.
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.
The user has been taking finasteride for a year, experiencing no major sideeffects except watery semen, and has noticed healthier, thicker hair with some regrowth but mostly maintenance. They also use Nizoral for dandruff, take supplements like D3 and fish oil, and plan to continue finasteride while waiting for new treatments.
A 42-year-old man is using topical finasteride, oral minoxidil, microneedling, ketoconazole shampoo, and various oils for hair loss treatment and is happy with the improvements after 5 months. He experienced mild sideeffects from finasteride, including temporary testicular pain and changes in libido, but no sideeffects from minoxidil.
The conversation is about someone planning to start finasteride for hair loss and wanting to interpret pre-treatment blood panels to assess the risk of sideeffects like gynecomastia. They list various tests to measure hormone levels and other health indicators.
A user considered restarting finasteride for hair loss despite past sideeffects, which worried their girlfriend. Others suggested alternatives like topical treatments or lower doses and emphasized prioritizing well-being and relationship stability.
Topical finasteride (P-3074) can inhibit scalp DHT by up to 70%, with some users experiencing systemic absorption similar to oral use. Users discuss varying application frequencies and concentrations, with some noticing sideeffects when overused.
A user shared their 1.5-year experience using 0.25mg finasteride daily for hair loss, noting significant hair quality improvements and reduced scalp itch but mild erectile dysfunction. They managed sideeffects with daily 2.5mg Cialis and 5mg citrulline and plan to continue this routine.
A 24-year-old with a history of hair loss, low testosterone, and other health issues is seeking advice on treatments. They are considering options like topical and oral finasteride, oral minoxidil, PRP therapy, tretinoin, and microneedling.
The user has seen no regrowth after 1 year and 2 months on finasteride, despite increasing the dose, and is inquiring about the potential of future treatments like verteporfin and gt20029 for hair regrowth.
Finasteride and dutasteride can prevent hair loss if used early, but they may cause sideeffects. Many men shave their heads because they are unaware of these treatments or avoid them due to sideeffects or cost.
A user reported increased shedding and some sideeffects like ball ache and potential watery semen after taking 0.25mg of finasteride daily for two months, but noted a high sex drive and considered the shedding a possible sign of new hair growth. Other users discussed dosage differences, with some suggesting starting with a smaller dose and monitoring effects, while others shared their experiences with no shedding or hair growth yet.
The user successfully overcame finasteride sideeffects by lowering the dosage and adding zinc and vitamin B6 supplements. They also micro-dosed dutasteride and resumed weight lifting.
Dutasteride mesotherapy may stabilize hair loss and improve hair without significantly affecting serum DHT levels, but it can still have systemic effects. Users discuss using topical and oral dutasteride, with some experiencing sideeffects and considering hair transplants.
PP405 is seen as promising but uncertain, with users advised to continue using existing treatments like minoxidil and finasteride. Concerns include its cost, availability, and interaction with hair transplants, while some hope it could complement current treatments.
The conversation discusses the potential effects of spearmint on acne and male pattern baldness (MPB). Concerns are raised about spearmint's androgen-suppressing effects and its suitability for men.