The user experienced sideeffects from various hair loss treatments, including RU58841, finasteride, and dutasteride. They are uncertain about what treatment to try next.
RU-58642 is a powerful anti-androgen that was not developed further, possibly due to safety concerns or financial reasons. RU58841 is a topical alternative, but it is less effective than finasteride and dutasteride, and its long-term effects are not well-studied.
Finasteride has no effect on the user's estradiol levels, and body fat may influence aromatization. The user is on testosterone replacement therapy and uses everyday injections to manage high RBC count, with plans to measure DHT, DHEA-S, and pregnenolone levels.
OP used minoxidil for 15 months and pyrilutamide for 46 days, achieving desired results without sideeffects. Users discussed alternatives like dutasteride and finasteride, with concerns about sideeffects like erectile dysfunction.
The user replaced finasteride with saw palmetto due to availability issues and experienced sideeffects, leading to adjustments in their regimen. They use saw palmetto, minoxidil, Nizoral, and a dermaroller, reporting reduced sideeffects and some benefits, with hair fall ranging from 5 to 20 hairs daily.
The user experienced sideeffects from using finasteride, both topically and orally, alongside minoxidil for hair loss. They reported increased hair shedding and are feeling distressed about their receding hairline.
Researching and developing an effective local antagonist to block the androgen receptors for hair loss, as opposed to using DHT synthesis inhibitors that lower serum DHT levels. Several treatments such as CosmeRNA and Pyrilutamide are currently in development or undergoing trials.
Low estrogen levels may reduce the risk of sideeffects from finasteride, such as gynecomastia. Some users plan to start with microneedling and minoxidil before trying finasteride, while others have experienced temporary sideeffects from topical finasteride but continued use without persistent issues.
Topical dutasteride may not significantly reduce hair loss and could potentially increase testosterone, leading to further hair loss. Users report sideeffects like mood changes, sleep issues, and severe sideeffects, with no significant progress in hair regrowth.
A female experiencing hair loss while on testosterone replacement therapy is using oral Minoxidil, Spironolactone, and finasteride, but still losing hair. Suggestions include switching to dutasteride, using topical anti-androgens, and reducing Nizoral shampoo use to prevent scalp dryness.
My hairline, I am only 23.
This conversation is about a user's experience with treatments for androgenic alopecia, including finasteride, dutasteride, RU, minoxidil, progesterone, melatonin, LLLT, oral minoxidil, and Pyrilutamide. They have tried many treatments over the course of two years without seeing much success, and they are considering getting a hair system as a last resort.
Oral minoxidil treatment increased hair density and shaft caliber in AGA patients. Sideeffects included hypertrichosis and lower extremity edema, with younger patients experiencing fewer sideeffects.
After 4 months of using topical finasteride and minoxidil, blood tests showed increased E2, Test, and Prolactine levels. The user is concerned about potential sideeffects like gyno and is seeking advice on managing these values.
Using dutasteride or finasteride can increase free testosterone, which may convert to estradiol, potentially causing sideeffects like increased estrogen levels. Individual responses vary, and some users report changes in cholesterol, hair texture, and sideeffects like gyno or increased sex drive.
A user is experiencing facial bloating from low-dose topical finasteride due to high estradiol levels and is seeking advice on using DIM to manage this issue, including dosage and brand recommendations.
The conversation discusses alternative and unorthodox hair loss treatments, including RU58841, nandrolone, and dianabol, as well as theoretical approaches involving high doses of estrogen and selective estrogen receptor modulators. These methods are considered extreme and potentially harmful but are explored for those unable to tolerate traditional 5-alpha reductase inhibitors.
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 started using pyrilutamide for hair loss and experienced a significant reduction in hair shedding and an improvement in hair quality with only mild sideeffects. They previously used minoxidil and finasteride, which caused sideeffects, and are now combining pyrilutamide with minoxidil and tretinoin.
The user is experiencing rapid hair loss despite using dutasteride, finasteride, and minoxidil, and is concerned about high estradiol and testosterone levels. They are advised to consult an endocrinologist for potential hormonal imbalances.
The conversation discusses the use of 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors like finasteride and dutasteride for hair loss in transgender women, particularly in relation to testosterone suppression. The original poster has been using dutasteride and is considering stopping it due to undetectable testosterone levels.
The user experienced significant hair growth with oral finasteride but stopped due to sideeffects. They are considering trying topical finasteride again while waiting for a dermatologist appointment.
A user is excited to start using Pyriltamide for hair loss after experiencing sideeffects from topical finasteride. Other users discuss the potential and skepticism of Pyriltamide compared to older treatments like finasteride and RU58841.
Pyrilutamide (KX-826) is discussed as an anti-androgen treatment for hair loss, with mixed user experiences. Some users report no results, while others find it mildly effective.
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.
A female user is considering using RU58841 with minoxidil 2.5% to reduce sideeffects like facial hair from minoxidil 5%, while also using copper peptides and a hair serum. Other users discuss alternative treatments like spironolactone, alfatradiol, and the sideeffects of finasteride.
The conversation discusses managing gynecomastia symptoms potentially caused by finasteride use, with treatments including reducing finasteride dosage, using DIM, ashwagandha, tamoxifen, epistane, and arimistane. Users share experiences and advice on balancing testosterone and estrogen levels to address symptoms.
A user experienced sexual sideeffects, including reduced semen production and numbness, after switching from finasteride to dutasteride for hair loss. They decided to stop dutasteride to prioritize their sexual health and may return to finasteride if issues resolve.
Pyrilutamide is officially available for purchase, and users suggest Fluridil as an alternative topical anti-androgen. Some users report positive results with pyrilutamide from Koshine.
A 21-year-old MTF individual is experiencing rapid hair thinning and is currently on estradiol valerate. They are inquiring about the effectiveness of spironolactone for hair loss, despite being aware of its serious sideeffects.