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      community Kintor Pharma Announces Positive Top-line U.S. Phase I Trial Results of GT20029, the World’s First Topical Use PROTAC Compound

      in Research/Science  128 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation discusses positive initial trial results for GT20029, a topical compound for hair loss that degrades androgen receptors, potentially requiring only weekly application. Participants express hope for this treatment to be more effective and convenient than current options like Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841.

      community Very high free testosterone on dut…

      in Treatment  8 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user has high free testosterone and is still experiencing hair loss despite taking dutasteride and oral minoxidil for over three years. They are considering adding a topical anti-androgen like RU58841.

      community Blood test results and alternatives to oral finasteride

      in Treatment  7 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user experienced erectile dysfunction from oral finasteride and is considering alternatives like topical high-dose finasteride, RU58841, topical Latanoprost, and oral Minoxidil. Blood tests showed changes in testosterone and DHT levels, and the endocrinologist advised stopping finasteride.

      community Topical 5% minoxidil vs compounded topical spray

      in Minoxidil  3 upvotes 2 months ago
      A user is considering switching from regular 5% minoxidil foam to a compounded 5% minoxidil spray with added caffeine, melatonin, and tretinoin for easier application and potentially better results. Another user mentions that tretinoin can enhance minoxidil's effectiveness by converting it to its active form.

      community A little suspicious of a suggested prescription.

      in Treatment  3 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user is considering switching from finasteride to a combination capsule of dutasteride, oral minoxidil, and biotin for hair loss, but is unsure about the credibility and cost. Other users suggest getting separate prescriptions for better control and cost-effectiveness.

      community Prevent g thinning while promoting beard growth

      in General  61 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 25-year-old male experiencing hair shedding due to testosterone use is considering topical finasteride or RU58841 for scalp treatment while continuing minoxidil for beard growth. Topical finasteride is suggested to prevent scalp thinning without affecting beard growth.

      community Low dose spiro with 5ARI inhibitor

      in Chat  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      Spironolactone, finasteride, and dutasteride are discussed for hair maintenance, with concerns about testosterone and side effects like gynecomastia. Spironolactone is noted for use in both bodybuilding and hormone therapy, with low doses considered for minimizing side effects.

      community Does ashwagandha work against finasteride?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  3 upvotes 4 months ago
      Finasteride may cause insomnia, and ashwagandha is suggested to help with sleep issues without significantly affecting testosterone or DHT levels. Users discuss personal experiences with sleep disturbances and suggest consulting a doctor if side effects persist.

      community Seeking Advice on RU-58841 and Oral Min Stack Concerns

      in Basic Questions  98 upvotes 5 days ago
      The conversation is about concerns regarding the safety of using RU-58841 and oral Minoxidil for hair loss, particularly potential heart-related side effects. The user is using a topical solution with RU-58841 and Minoxidil, along with a pill containing Dutasteride, Finasteride, and oral Minoxidil, and is seeking advice on the regimen.

      community High DHT with finasteride. Help!

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 2 years ago
      Despite using 5% minoxidil, 0.1% finasteride, and other treatments like microneedling, MK-677, and Cialis, hair loss continues with high testosterone and DHT levels. Considering oral dutasteride but concerned about further increasing testosterone levels.

      community If RU58841 is such an effective anti androgen

      in Research/Science  46 upvotes 2 years ago
      RU58841 is discussed as a topical anti-androgen for hair loss, but its effectiveness and safety are not well-documented, leading to mixed opinions and experiences among users. Some combine it with finasteride, but concerns about side effects and lack of FDA approval limit its popularity.

      community 6 months of 1 mg of oral finasteride a day and 2ml of topical minoxidil 5%

      in Is this regrowth?  1610 upvotes 4 months ago
      A user shared impressive hair regrowth results after six months of using 1 mg oral finasteride daily, 2 ml topical minoxidil 5%, ketoconazole shampoo, and vitamin D and iron supplements. The user reported no side effects and attributed the success to a combination of treatments for androgenetic alopecia and iron deficiency.

      community Can ashwagandha cause hair loss?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  12 upvotes 5 years ago
      Ashwagandha is generally considered safe for hair while on Dutasteride, as its effects on testosterone are minimal and it may reduce anxiety. Some users report positive effects on hair thickness and anxiety reduction when using ashwagandha alongside finasteride.

      community Did anybody use beta sisterol for hair loss? I saw in many articles in the internet that said that beta sisterol blocks dht by inhibiting 5a reductase type 2 enzyme and some reviews of people who said that it worked better than saw palmetto in terms of stoping hair loss and helping prostate.

      in Research/Science  9 upvotes 3 years ago
      Beta-sitosterol may inhibit 5-alpha reductase type 2 enzyme, potentially reducing DHT levels and promoting hair growth, similar to finasteride but possibly with fewer side effects. Its effectiveness and side effects compared to other treatments like saw palmetto and finasteride remain uncertain due to limited research.

      community Vitamins Deficiency and blood works result

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 11 months ago
      The conversation is about a user planning to start minoxidil treatment and considering increasing zinc intake to improve testosterone and libido. They are concerned about potential hair loss due to increased testosterone and are advised to consider magnesium supplementation and the effects of DHT if not on finasteride or dutasteride.

      community RU58481, are side effects exegerated?

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 4 years ago
      RU58841's side effects may be exaggerated due to anxiety, with some users experiencing no issues and others reporting symptoms like chest pain. RU58841, minoxidil, and finasteride are used for hair loss treatment, with varying individual reactions.

      community Dealing with Retrograde Alopecia

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 4 years ago
      User on Dut, oral minox 20 mg, Saw Palmetto, Pumpkin Oil, RU, 8% topical minox, and topical fina for hair loss; top of head improves, but retrograde alopecia worsens. Asks for options besides exosomes and where to find topical melatonin.

      community I’m an outlier, very sensitive to Saw Palmetto/Fin

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 5 years ago
      The user experienced sensitivity and side effects from finasteride and Saw Palmetto, leading to swollen and sensitive breasts, and decided to stop finasteride after two weeks. They are now trying Saw Palmetto, Biotin, and Ashwagandha, while others in the conversation discuss their own experiences with hair loss treatments like minoxidil and finasteride.

      community Extremely potent catalyst for Minoxidil

      in Minoxidil  5 upvotes 6 years ago
      Using Megatek with minoxidil significantly increases hair growth, especially vellus hairs, but is less effective alone. Biotin and ketoconazole shampoo are also used to support hair health.

      community Improve my stack (without Minoxidil)

      in Product  37 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses improving a hair loss treatment stack without using Minoxidil. Microneedling is suggested, Alpecin is deemed ineffective, and there are concerns about the safety of Minoxidil compared to finasteride.

      community Longterm ru58841 users + my experience

      in Treatment  7 upvotes 1 year ago
      RU58841 users report mixed results, with some experiencing no benefits and others noting regrowth but potential side effects. Many prefer finasteride and minoxidil due to better-studied safety profiles.

      community thoughts on topical Saw Palmetto oil

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user is considering topical Saw Palmetto or Pumpkin Seed Oil due to sensitivity to finasteride and cost issues. They also use dermastamping for Minoxidil absorption and seek advice on timing to avoid systemic absorption.