If we lose hair because of our sensitivity to DHT, then why are we trying to reduce DHT when our sensitive androgen receptors are the culprit?
    4/6/2022

    From the encyclopedia
    Finasteride →

    Popular 5-alpha reductase inhibitor that lowers DHT, taken as a pill or used topically

    Dutasteride →

    5-alpha reductase inhibitor that blocks both enzyme types, a stronger DHT blocker than finasteride

    Pyrilutamide →

    Experimental topical anti-androgen, also known as KX-826

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    In this question or advice post, the primary subjects mentioned are
    💊 Finasteride (oral)
    💊 Dutasteride (oral)
    💧 Pyrilutamide (topical)
    💧 RU58841 (topical)
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    The conversation discusses the effectiveness of reducing DHT for hair loss treatment and explores alternative approaches like reducing androgen receptor sensitivity. Specific treatments mentioned include finasteride, dutasteride, pyrilutamide (KX-826), GT20029, and RU58841.
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