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      community blood DHT levels shot up after doubling dutasteride dosage

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  20 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user increased their dutasteride dosage from 0.5mg to 1mg daily, resulting in a rise in DHT levels from 148 pg/mL to 281 pg/mL, and is considering switching back to finasteride due to continued hair loss. Replies suggest retesting and emphasize the importance of bloodwork before starting treatments.

      community I've had a FUE hair transplant in Turkey today. AMA.

      in Transplants  13 upvotes 9 years ago
      A 36-year-old male had a 3000-graft FUE hair transplant in Turkey, with 2000 grafts to the front and 1000 to the crown. Post-operation, he experienced nausea, dizziness, itching, and pain, but saw hair growth and plans to take pictures once redness subsides.

      community Rejected for the 2nd time for the VDPHL01 Clinical Trials (believe it or not!)

      in Chat  12 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user was rejected from participating in a clinical trial for an extended-release oral Minoxidil due to having rheumatoid arthritis, despite initially being accepted. They had stopped using Dutasteride and Minoxidil to qualify but continued using other treatments like RU58841 and red light therapy.

      community at what point does RCP no longer benefit?

      in Treatment  5 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user is using Minoxidil, finasteride, saw palmetto, and Minimalist RCP serum to address hair thinning, with some success but concerns about the long-term benefits of Minimalist. They plan to continue Minoxidil and finasteride for another year before considering a hair transplant.
      FCE 28260: A Forgotten 5α-Reductase Inhibitor

      community FCE 28260: A Forgotten 5α-Reductase Inhibitor

      in Research  330 upvotes 1 year ago
      FCE 28260 (PNU 156765), an under-explored 5α-reductase inhibitor, showcases promising results in research by Giudici et al., outperforming well-known treatments like Finasteride in reducing the conversion of testosterone to DHT. Its superior efficacy, demonstrated through lower IC50 values in both natural and human recombinant enzyme studies, suggests it could offer more effective management of DHT-related conditions. Additionally, its lower molecular weight hints at better potential for topical application, potentially offering advantages in treating conditions such as androgenic alopecia. Despite its potential, it has not advanced in development, possibly due to financial limitations, leaving its therapeutic prospects and side effect profile largely unexplored.

      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 Anyone wanna try and interview the developers of RU?

      in Research/Science  83 upvotes 5 years ago
      The conversation discusses arranging an interview with the developers of RU58841 to clarify its safety and reasons for halted research, with some users expressing concerns about potential risks and others citing financial reasons for the discontinuation of studies. Specific treatments mentioned include RU58841, minoxidil, and finasteride.

      community Confused re RU58841 checkout options

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride 1 year ago
      The conversation is about using RU58841 for hair loss, discussing the stability of the powder form and the need for a carrier solution like KB or PG + ethanol. The user is advised to mix RU58841 with stemoxydine and store it properly, while also considering safety precautions.

      community (MTF 35) 20 Months Feminizing HRT

      in Transgender  18 upvotes 4 months ago
      A 35-year-old transgender woman experienced hair regrowth with feminizing HRT, adding dutasteride and bicalutamide, and plans a hair transplant for further improvement. Estrogen also improved skin appearance, and the user advises against cisgender men using feminizing HRT for hair regrowth.

      community Dutasteride 1mg or RU58841 8% or topical Dutasteride

      in Treatment  3 upvotes 1 year ago
      The discussion focuses on hair loss treatments, with suggestions to increase oral Dutasteride to 1 mg or more, as topical Dutasteride is less effective. Other treatments mentioned include RU58841, Minoxidil, and dermastamping, with some users recommending injectable mesotherapy and topical Finasteride.

      community Ru delivery and heat outside .

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 11 months ago
      The conversation discusses concerns about the effectiveness of RU58841 due to high temperatures during delivery. A user reassures that the heat will not affect its efficacy.

      community 17 months dut + min + 2800 grafts (5 months)

      in Progress Pictures  80 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user shared progress on hair restoration using dutasteride, oral minoxidil, and 2800 grafts, noting significant improvement in hair thickness and coverage. They discussed the importance of continuing DHT blockers like finasteride or dutasteride post-transplant to prevent further hair thinning.

      community Pre-mixed RU58841 in the KB solution vs PG solution?

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 4 years ago
      Choosing between KB and PG solutions for applying RU58841, considering factors like scalp oiliness and absorption. Some users prefer KB for being gentler, while others use PG and recommend washing hair before application for better results.

      community Topical Dutasteride And Sperm Quality ?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user is concerned about the impact of topical dutasteride on sperm quality and potential long-term fertility issues. They are using microneedling with a 0.025% dutasteride solution and are seeking information on whether sperm parameters return to normal after stopping the drug.

      community 50% test increase after 18 months of taking DUT

      in Update  57 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user reported a 50% increase in testosterone after 18 months of taking dutasteride for hair loss. The conversation includes skepticism about the reliability of single testosterone tests and questions about estrogen levels.

      community 2200 grafts 4 days out from procedure

      in Transplants  3 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their positive experience with a 2200 graft FUE hair transplant at DiStefano Hair Restoration in Worcester, MA, praising Dr. Heinis and his staff for their care. The user is also using oral Dutasteride, topical Minoxidil, and vitamins D and B.

      community Pyluritamide vs ru58841? Today’s opinion

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 5 months ago
      Pyluritamide and RU58841 are compared for effectiveness in addition to dutasteride for hair loss treatment. Reddit users report great results with RU58841, but data suggests pyluritamide may have better affinity.