A user shared their experience with high cholesterol, glucose, and potential metabolic syndrome after using Finasteride and Dutasteride for hair loss. They plan to improve their health with diet and exercise before considering medication.
Age-linked hair loss is linked to disappearing collagen. Treatments discussed include minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, tretinoin, microneedling, and collagen supplements.
Minoxidil sulfate is more effective than regular minoxidil, especially for those with low sulfotransferase levels or scalp sensitivity, but it is unstable unless delivered in a liposomal format. Combining minoxidil with tretinoin can enhance effectiveness, and stopping minoxidil use can lead to rapid hair loss.
A drug that regrows body parts, but not hair, sparking debate on hair loss treatments. Discussions include the use of finasteride, dutasteride, and the potential for new methods to restore hair.
Kintor is accused of using fake pictures to promote their product, Pyrilutamide (KX826), which failed Phase 3 trials. Users express disappointment and note similar false advertising has occurred with finasteride and minoxidil.