Anyone here used spirolactone/cyproterone acetate/bicalutamide? 9/8/2025
The conversation discusses the use of spironolactone, cyproterone acetate, and bicalutamide for hair loss, with concerns about side effects like gynecomastia and depression. Topical spironolactone is considered safe for men and effective when combined with regular treatments.
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5 / 5 resultscommunity Does anyone have any experience with Estradiol, Cyproterone Acetate, Spironolactone, Bicalutamide ?
Some users have experienced good hair regrowth with estradiol, cyproterone acetate, spironolactone, and bicalutamide, but these treatments may cause feminization and other side effects. It's advised to consult a doctor before using these treatments, as they can lower testosterone and have significant risks.
community Female, 30, PCOS diagnosis, MPB Norwood 2. Endo refuses to give anything other than Spironolactone. Feel like I’m at my wit’s end here.
A 30-year-old female with PCOS and male pattern baldness is frustrated with her endocrinologist's recommendation of only Spironolactone and minoxidil, feeling that dutasteride, finasteride, and progesterone would be more effective. Other users suggest various online sources for treatments, warn against self-medicating due to potential risks, and recommend seeking a specialized endocrinologist or considering additional treatments like Inositol, Berberine, and dermaneedling.
community Female, 27 years old, shedding/ balding despite being on what is considered to be a effective treatment plan for AGA. Considering Dut (oral) . Please help.
A 27-year-old woman with androgenic alopecia is losing hair despite using oral minoxidil and spironolactone, and is considering dutasteride. She is exploring causes like stress and medication side effects, planning tests, and considering treatment changes.
community Hair loss treatment iceberg: what does it look like?
Hair loss treatments range from common options like biotin, minoxidil, and finasteride to more obscure methods like RU58841 and experimental drugs. Hair transplants are widely known, while treatments like stool transplants and spironolactone are less common.
community any females on RU58841/minoxidil 2.5%?
A female user is considering using RU58841 with minoxidil 2.5% to reduce side effects like facial hair from minoxidil 5%, while also using copper peptides and a hair serum. Other users discuss alternative treatments like spironolactone, alfatradiol, and the side effects of finasteride.
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