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    RU58841 →

    a potent but unapproved and potentially problematic topical anti-androgen

    Finasteride →

    Frontline, gold standard treatment for combatting androgenic alopecia

    Dutasteride →

    Heavy duty finasteride that comes with higher risks

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    In this question or advice post, the primary subjects mentioned are the tone is 😐 neutral.

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    The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically RU58841, with mentions of side effects from finasteride and dutasteride. Alternatives like Pyri, KX-826, and Breezula are also mentioned.
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      community Ru-58841 or KX-826 (Pyrilutamide)?

       12 upvotes 3 years ago
      Exploring potential treatments for hair loss, with the focus being on comparing RU58841 and Pyrilutamide. Finasteride, Dutasteride, oral Minoxidil, microneedling, topical Minoxidil, Biotin, Zinc, Vitamin D and Nizoral are also discussed as part of a treatment stack.

      community Topical Anti Androgens detailed thread

       6 upvotes 1 month ago
      Users discuss the effectiveness of topical anti-androgens like RU58841, Pyri (KX826), and CB for hair loss. Some report maintenance and regrowth with Pyri, while others find limited success with RU58841 and switch to combinations like finasteride and minoxidil or minoxidil and dutasteride.

      community Cant take fin - is alfatradiol worth a shot

       3 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user stopped finasteride due to side effects and is considering alternatives like alfatradiol and fluridil to stabilize hair loss. Users suggest options like RU58841, kx826, and dutasteride, with some noting success with alfatradiol at higher concentrations.

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