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      community Losing ground after 1.5 years on DUT. Any suggestions?

      in Treatment 2 months ago
      The user has been using oral dutasteride (DUT) for 1.5 years but is experiencing hair thinning again and is considering increasing the dose or adding topical treatments like RU58841, despite concerns about side effects. Suggestions include trying oral minoxidil or waiting to see if the thinning is just a temporary shed.

      community Regression report from 2017 to 2025

      in Progress Pictures  121 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user stopped finasteride for family planning but plans to restart it and is considering dutasteride. Users discuss the safety of finasteride during family planning, with some sharing experiences of having healthy children while on the medication.

      community RU58841 vs 2.5 mg Dutasterid ?

      in Research/Science  5 upvotes 3 months ago
      The conversation discusses the effectiveness of using 2.5 mg Dutasteride daily versus combining 0.5 mg Dutasteride with 150 mg RU58841 for reducing scalp DHT. Opinions vary, with some users recommending lower doses of Dutasteride and cautioning against RU58841 due to potential side effects.

      community Anyone hear of Ursolic Acid?

      in Question  2 upvotes 7 years ago
      Ursolic acid, found in apple peels, lemongrass, rosemary, and lavender, may have anti-androgen effects similar to finasteride. It might be beneficial for hair health when used with other treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841.

      community M19 shed after 1yr on dutasteride

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  23 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 19-year-old male experienced hair shedding after one year on dutasteride and is considering adding topical minoxidil despite scalp itching. Users suggest continuing dutasteride, maintaining a consistent hair routine, and possibly increasing minoxidil dosage.

      community Dht test results after 1year oral dut

      in Treatment  12 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user is experiencing increased hair shedding after one year of using oral dutasteride. They are seeking opinions on their DHT test results, which show levels below baseline.

      community Sharing my blood results after 4,5 months of dutasteride

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user switched from finasteride to dutasteride due to side effects and is experiencing fewer side effects with dutasteride, though some scalp itching has occurred. Blood tests show elevated testosterone and estrogen, low DHT, and normal liver and cholesterol levels, leading the user to feel confident in the long-term benefits of dutasteride for hair regrowth.

      community Is RU558841 actually related to heart issues?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  11 upvotes 1 year ago
      RU58841 may cause heart-related side effects like palpitations and chest pain, though evidence is mostly anecdotal. Users report mixed experiences, with some stopping due to side effects and others using it without issues, but concerns about its safety and sourcing remain.

      community 42yo male. This stuff works for older dudes too

      in Progress Pictures  817 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 42-year-old male shared his hair regrowth progress using a regimen of oral dutasteride, topical minoxidil, and finasteride, along with testosterone injections. He experienced noticeable improvement in hair growth and expressed gratitude for the support and information from the community.

      community Took the plunge, bros. 3500 grafts later..

      in Transplants  167 upvotes 11 months ago
      A user underwent a hair transplant with 3500 grafts after trying treatments like finasteride and minoxidil, preferring a local clinic in Toronto over traveling to Turkey. The user plans to continue using finasteride to maintain existing hair, as the transplanted hair is DHT resistant.

      community Is this regrowth * finasteride only *

      in Is this regrowth?  118 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user is using finasteride 1.25mg three times a week for hair regrowth and reports no significant side effects except watery semen initially. They also use a local caffeine shampoo and are considering haircuts to improve appearance.

      community Got the bloodwork results and it’s interesting

      in Treatment  14 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user has high DHT levels despite using dutasteride, which may not be effective due to potential damage or spoilage. They are considering a hair transplant if DHT levels don't decrease after two years.

      community Ranking of all the topical anti androgens in terms of effectivness?

      in Research/Science  4 upvotes 3 years ago
      There is no reliable ranking for the effectiveness of topical anti-androgens like Fluridil, RU58841, and Pyrilutamide, with limited studies available. Some users suggest Pyrilutamide may be promising based on ongoing trials, while Fluridil combined with finasteride has shown positive results for some individuals.

      community Fin is working; I’m just now noticing

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  109 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user reports significant hair density improvement after 8.5 months of using finasteride, with no side effects except for initially watery semen. They also mention increased sex drive, which they attribute to finasteride, and regret not starting the treatment earlier due to fear of side effects.

      community Dutasteride treatment in female 6 months

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user reported worsening hair shedding and thinning after 6 months of daily dutasteride, despite also using minoxidil, bicalutamide, and recently adding RU58841. They are considering stopping dutasteride due to lack of improvement.

      community Tribulus Terrestris and Zinc to boost libido on fin

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  4 upvotes 4 years ago
      The conversation discusses using Tribulus Terrestris and Zinc to boost libido while on finasteride, with some users reporting success in increasing libido despite no testosterone boost. The original poster also considers reducing finasteride dosage and using Cialis for libido and bodybuilding purposes.

      community Finasteride vs RU58841 vs Dutasteride for MPB, Diffuse Thinning, or Retrograde Alopecia

      in Minoxidil  6 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user is seeking advice on the best treatment for male pattern baldness, diffuse thinning, and retrograde alopecia, comparing the effectiveness of finasteride, RU58841, and dutasteride, and considering whether to add minoxidil or switch to dutasteride or combine treatments. They are currently on finasteride and are contemplating if adding RU58841 or switching to dutasteride is better, and also asking about the comparison between pyrilutamide and RU58841.

      community Verteporfin (Visudyne) group buy 🌷

      in Treatment  30 upvotes 4 years ago
      User seeks participants for Verteporfin group buy. Verteporfin, FDA approved, may regenerate hair follicles and sweat glands through heavy microneedling.

      community 24M - 14 months of treatment (diffuse thinning)

      in Progress Pictures  722 upvotes 11 months ago
      A 24-year-old male experienced significant hair regrowth after 14 months of treatment with 0.5mg dutasteride and 5mg minoxidil, with no side effects reported. He plans to consider a hair transplant for his hairline, as the treatment did not improve that area.

      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.