Are there alternatives to finasteride? Research/Science 12/6/2022
The conversation is about seeking alternatives to finasteride for hair loss treatment due to concerns about sexual side effects, with pyrilutamide mentioned as a potential alternative.
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community Anageninc no longer sell KX-826 (Pyrilutamide) due to receiving a cease and desist letter from Kintor :(
Hair loss treatments discussed include Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841. Anageninc stopped selling KX-826 (Pyrilutamide) due to a cease and desist letter from Kintor, but this may indicate promising study results and a potential 2024 release.
community Guys, we finally have an alternative to finasteride
A combination of pyrilutamide, minoxidil, and alfatradiol is proposed as an effective alternative to finasteride for treating mild to moderate hair loss, claiming to stabilize hair loss and improve thickness without finasteride's side effects. Some users are skeptical about the effectiveness and approval of these treatments, while others are interested in trying them due to finasteride's side effects.
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A hair loss treatment plan includes finasteride, dutasteride, RU58841, pyrilutamide, minoxidil, and microneedling to inhibit DHT and promote hair growth. It also recommends supplements like Reishi and Lion’s Mane mushrooms, and a shampoo with ketoconazole, caffeine, and melatonin.
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