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      community 7 month finasteride update 21M

      in Update  171 upvotes 9 months ago
      A 21-year-old shared a 7-month update on using 1mg finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss, reporting positive results with no side effects except watery semen. The user initially stopped minoxidil due to inconvenience but resumed it after shedding, and is satisfied with the progress despite some thinning at the crown.

      community Need help recovering from saw palmetto!

       4 upvotes 9 years ago
      The user experienced a significant drop in libido and energy after taking saw palmetto, which they believe caused these changes. They are seeking advice and reassurance, with some users suggesting that the effects may not be permanent and could improve over time with a healthy lifestyle.

      community Dutasteride 5mg progress report

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  7 upvotes 3 months ago
      A user reports significant hair shedding and regrowth after increasing their dutasteride dosage to 5mg, alongside using RU58841, minoxidil, and topical finasteride, with no side effects. They recommend high doses of dutasteride, sourced from China, despite concerns about its safety.

      community 23M losing ground very after seeing improvements

      in Progress Pictures  23 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 23-year-old male was using 0.5 mg of dutasteride daily, 10% minoxidil twice daily for 4-5 months then once daily, and vitamin D for a month for hair loss treatment but saw a decline in results. It's suggested that the decline may be due to reducing minoxidil application to once a day and a doctor's visit is recommended for further advice.

      community Question for RU users and regular usage

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  4 upvotes 4 years ago
      The user is experiencing increased hair shedding while using finasteride and RU58841, possibly due to changes in application methods. They are considering adding minoxidil and stemoxydine to their regimen to improve results and manage hair greasiness.

      community Switching from finasteride to dutasteride.

      in Finasteride  76 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been taking finasteride for nearly 5 years and is now adding dutasteride to their regimen to maintain hair loss prevention. They seek advice on transitioning from finasteride to dutasteride.

      community Trying intermittent Dutasteride (0.5mg every 5-6 days)

      in Basic Questions  165 upvotes 7 months ago
      A 22-year-old male experienced hair regrowth using an intermittent Dutasteride regimen, oral and topical Minoxidil, FolliHair AM/PM, and Salicia KT shampoo. He stopped Dutasteride due to side effects like dry eyes and skin, but noticed increased hair shedding after stopping.

      community DHT levels and correlation to hair loss

      in Chat  3 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user experienced hair shedding after starting testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) and is considering using DHT blockers like finasteride or dutasteride to address potential DHT-related hair loss. Low ferritin levels due to frequent blood donations may also contribute to hair issues, and the user is working on stabilizing iron levels.

      community 3 month progress pictures RU fin and OM

      in Progress Pictures  42 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user shared progress pictures after three months of using RU58841, finasteride, and OM (oxidative stress modulators) for hair loss treatment. They haven't noticed much change but are seeking feedback on their results.

      community Does anyone get blood tests while taking Finasteride to ensure thing are working appropriately (e.g. DHT is decreasing and estrogen isn't increasing significantly)

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  11 upvotes 10 months ago
      People are discussing the use of finasteride for hair loss and the importance of hormonal blood testing to monitor effects like changes in DHT and estradiol levels. Some users also mention using minoxidil and the potential side effects of estradiol, such as gynecomastia, especially at higher doses.

      community What happens if you combine dutasteride and a aromataze inhibitor?

      in Question  4 upvotes 7 years ago
      Combining dutasteride and an aromatase inhibitor may increase testosterone levels significantly, potentially enhancing athletic performance but also posing health risks like elevated blood pressure and worsened cholesterol. The user is experimenting with dutasteride, anastrozole, minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo to manage hair loss and estradiol levels, while monitoring side effects and hormone levels.

      community 22m hormone test - 4months fin, test 3 weeks off fin.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 22-year-old male has been using finasteride for 4 months without major side effects but is concerned about hormone test results showing low SHBG and high estrogen. He plans to consult a doctor and is considering alternatives like minoxidil or topical finasteride to avoid health issues.

      community ED or only bad habits???) 21 M

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  4 upvotes 4 years ago
      A 21-year-old experienced erectile dysfunction after using finasteride and consuming multiple drugs, including MDMA, LSD, and weed. He plans to quit finasteride and weed, improve his habits, and consider alternative treatments like mesotherapy with dutasteride.

      community My endless RU58841 cycle [experience thread)

      in Update  10 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced hair loss and itching after stopping RU58841 and resumed it to stop these symptoms. They also use Dutasteride and question which treatment is effective.

      community 11 Months On Treatment (Before and After)

      in Update  122 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth after 11 months using 0.5 mg dutasteride and 5 mg oral minoxidil daily, initially using a topical treatment with finasteride, minoxidil, and tretinoin. They reported no side effects, except for increased body hair and longer eyelashes, and switched from finasteride to dutasteride for more regrowth.

      community Switching from oral to topical dutasteride+minoxidil

      in Basic Questions  93 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user is considering switching from oral to topical dutasteride and minoxidil due to concerns about mental health effects from lower DHT levels. They are seeking advice on the effectiveness and side effects of this change, including potential hair shedding and density changes.

      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 1 year on Dutasteride did my hair get worse

      in Progress Pictures  15 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user experienced mixed results after one year on Dutasteride, with some areas of hair appearing worse and others better. They increased their Dutasteride dose to 2.5 mg daily and started using RU58841, with suggestions to add Minoxidil for improved results.

      community Pyrilutamide users, any updates?

      in Treatment 3 years ago
      Treatment for hair loss, including Pyrilutamide, Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841; with some users reporting success in growing vellus hairs.