If I would have started earlier I would probably have quit Chat 5/20/2025
The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, including Avodart (Dutasteride), finasteride, minoxidil, and peptide serums with ingredients like Redensyl and Saw Palmetto. Users share experiences and opinions on the effectiveness and side effects of these treatments, with some skepticism about claims regarding DHT and its role in hair loss.
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5 / 5 resultscommunity 6 years of progress. been getting ragged on a lot for my hairline; should i just give up already and shave it?
The user has been dealing with hair loss for six years using minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride without success. They are contemplating shaving their head due to continued hair loss and social anxiety.
community Sharing my blood results after 4,5 months of dutasteride
The user switched from finasteride to dutasteride due to side effects and is experiencing fewer side effects with dutasteride, though some scalp itching has occurred. Blood tests show elevated testosterone and estrogen, low DHT, and normal liver and cholesterol levels, leading the user to feel confident in the long-term benefits of dutasteride for hair regrowth.
community Why do so many people trash on finasteride?
Finasteride is effective for hair regrowth, especially on the crown, but can cause side effects like reduced libido and erectile dysfunction in some users. Opinions are mixed, with some reporting positive results without side effects and others experiencing significant issues.
community M29 - 4 YEARS on Dutasteride - almost no progress
The user has been on a comprehensive hair loss treatment regimen for four years, including Dutasteride, topical and oral Minoxidil, and various other treatments, but has seen little progress and is considering a hair transplant. Despite trying multiple therapies, including PRP and exosome injections, the user is still experiencing hair thinning and is hesitant about trying peptides due to potential cancer risks.
community He used Dutasteride for 20 years. Interview
Dutasteride has been used for 20 years with some hair thickness improvement but no dramatic regrowth. The user also experimented with minoxidil, tretinoin, and peptides like BPC 157 for potential benefits in hair density and quality.
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research Encapsulación en ciclodextrinas de compuestos con actividad frente a la alopecia androgénica masculina.
This research focused on formulating finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil with cyclodextrins to enhance their solubility and skin penetration for topical use, potentially reducing scalp irritation from current alcohol-based preparations.
research Hair Biology
This review discusses various biologics for hair aging but reports no agent capable of reversing the natural aging process of hair.
research A Connection between the Mitochondrial Permeability Transition Pore, Autophagy, and Cerebral Amyloidogenesis
This study found that dutasteride reduced β-amyloid plaque load in a cerebral amyloidosis model, seemingly linked to mitochondrial apoptosis and autophagy processes.
research Negative Impact of Testosterone Deficiency and 5α-Reductase Inhibitors Therapy on Metabolic and Sexual Function in Men
This review discusses the negative health impacts of testosterone deficiency and the potential adverse effects of 5α-reductase inhibitors, emphasizing the need for patient-physician discussions regarding these treatments.
research Medical treatments for male and female pattern hair loss
This review discusses the various treatment options for male and female pattern hair loss and provides no new clinical results; the authors outline the most effective strategies based on existing evidence.
research Differential expression of steroid 5α-reductase isozymes and association with disease severity and angiogenic genes predict their biological role in prostate cancer
In this study, dutasteride more effectively reduced prostate cancer cell viability than finasteride in vitro, but did not significantly alter the angiogenic response.