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      community The story of RU58841/PSK3841

      in Research/Science 1 year ago
      RU58841, an anti-androgenic compound, showed early promise for treating alopecia but faced challenges after its patent in 1997. Despite advancing to Phase II trials, safety concerns and financial struggles led Aventis to abandon its development. Proskelia, which later merged into ProStrakan, couldn't prioritize the drug, leading to its eventual stagnation and failure to reach the market.

      community RU58841 2.5% in Minoxidil 5% 3ml twice a day - Less Hairfall "BUT"

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user mixed RU58841 with Minoxidil for hair loss treatment and experienced reduced hair fall and thicker hair but stopped due to chest pain and muscle twitching. They plan to use a new routine without RU58841 or Finasteride due to side effects, including various topical treatments and peptides.

      community Possibilities without Fin/Dut ?

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user experiences severe side effects from finasteride and dutasteride, including low libido and anxiety, and is currently using oral minoxidil despite shortness of breath. They are seeking alternative treatments for hair loss, having tried pyrilutamide, fluridil, and RU58841 with no success, and are considering future treatments or a hair transplant.

      community Minoxidil Finasteride heart problems

      in Update  97 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user experienced heart problems after taking 1mg finasteride and 2.5mg oral minoxidil and is considering quitting minoxidil. Others discussed their experiences with heart issues and minoxidil, with some suggesting topical minoxidil as a safer alternative.

      community Stimulate hair growth- without minoxidil

      in Treatment  10 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user is seeking alternatives to Minoxidil for hair growth, currently using 0.1% topical finasteride and 2% ketoconazole shampoo. Suggestions include microneedling, red light therapy, rosemary oil, and other topical treatments like cetirizine, Stemoxydine, and Latanoprost.

      community Are these all the anti androgen products?

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation lists hair loss treatments including finasteride, dutasteride, RU58841, pyrilutamide, breezula, and fluridil, and suggests ketoconazole as another option. Some users warn against using certain treatments like cyproterone acetate, bicalutamide, and spironolactone due to their strong anti-androgen effects and potential impact on masculinity.

      community RU58841 in germany eventually facing legal charges

      in Hair Systems  32 upvotes 11 months ago
      The conversation discusses the use of RU58841 for hair loss, with concerns about its legality in Germany and potential legal consequences. Alternatives like finasteride and dutasteride are mentioned, with some users questioning the effectiveness and safety of RU58841.

      community minoxidil without propylene glycol?

      in Minoxidil  5 upvotes 1 year ago
      Minoxidil without propylene glycol is sought to avoid dermatitis, with Rogaine foam and Tecflox suggested as alternatives. Users discuss using foam to prevent irritation and suggest heating it for easier application.

      community 22 year old male, doctor prescribed 50mg oral spironolactone instead of finasteride.

       6 upvotes 10 years ago
      A 22-year-old male has been experiencing hair thinning since 18 and was prescribed 50mg oral spironolactone for hair loss and high blood pressure, despite inquiring about finasteride. A reply suggests that spironolactone is less effective than finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss and recommends seeking a second medical opinion.

      community Can I mix minoxidil with Alpecin Caffeine Liquid?

      in Minoxidil 1 year ago
      A user is considering mixing 5% topical minoxidil with Alpecin Caffeine Liquid to enhance its effect, while also using oral finasteride. They seek feedback on potential efficacy loss and downsides of this mixture.

      community fluridil (topilutamide) vs. cb-03-01 (clascoterone)

      in Research/Science  5 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about comparing the effectiveness of fluridil and clascoterone in preventing hair loss and inquiring about their use as standalone treatments. There is a question about the concentration of the fluridil brand for efficacy.

      community 3 months of 1 mg finasteride and 5 mg minoxidil (oral)

      in Progress Pictures 4 years ago
      A user's progress with hair regrowth after 3 months of using 1 mg finasteride and 5 mg minoxidil orally, despite some skepticism from other users. The user reports having low blood pressure and feeling fatigued as side effects, but others suggest switching to topical minoxidil for better results with less risk.

      community Minoxidil night time application

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 4 months ago
      Apply minoxidil at least 1-2 hours before bed to ensure it dries and doesn't transfer to the pillow. Foam dries faster than liquid, and using a satin beanie after drying can help prevent transfer.

      community Why is nobody talking about topical Spironolactone?

      in Chat  12 upvotes 2 months ago
      Topical spironolactone is discussed as a hair loss treatment, with concerns about its effectiveness and side effects compared to finasteride and minoxidil. Users mention its unpleasant smell, potential systemic absorption, and suggest alternatives like pyrilutamide and alfatradiol.

      community Minoxidil Max Users?

      in Minoxidil  4 upvotes 5 years ago
      Users discuss using high-strength Minoxidil, topical finasteride, and azelaic acid for hair loss. Some report success with higher Minoxidil percentages, while others express concerns about potential heart risks.

      community Clascoterone - what we have right now

      in Research/Science  23 upvotes 3 months ago
      Clascoterone is a topical treatment for androgenetic alopecia, showing modest to moderate hair regrowth, and may be available by 2027-2028. It is considered safer than finasteride, with discussions on its effectiveness compared to RU58841 and pyrilutamide.

      community Duasteride and breast tissue accumulation.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  4 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user is experiencing breast tissue growth from taking dutasteride and minoxidil, and is considering reducing the dosage or stopping the medication. Suggestions include seeing an endocrinologist, using Raloxifene or Arimidex, and considering topical treatments or surgery if necessary.

      community Is this Better Than Topical Minoxidil? Topical Diazoxide

      in Research/Science  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      Topical diazoxide may be a promising hair regrowth treatment, especially for those who don't respond to minoxidil, as it activates potassium channels without needing sulfation. It appears safe for topical use, avoiding systemic effects seen in oral use.

      community Do antihistamines help with hair loss

      in Treatment  3 upvotes 9 months ago
      A user experienced hair loss and texture changes, tried minoxidil and finasteride, and considered antihistamines like Cetirizine for potential histamine issues. They reported improved alertness but continued shedding.