Just introduced RU wish me luck!! (+ whats working for me) NO MIN!
    8/9/2023

    From the encyclopedia
    Finasteride β†’

    Frontline, gold standard treatment for combatting androgenic alopecia

    RU58841 β†’

    a potent but unapproved and potentially problematic topical anti-androgen

    Microneedling β†’

    technique to create small wounds in skin to activate collagen production and hair growth

    At a glance
    In this treatment experience post, the primary subjects mentioned are
    πŸ’Š Finasteride (oral) 0.5mg a few months
    β€’ RU58841 started yesterday
    β€’ Microneedling 1 or 2 months
    β€’ Seamoss
    β€’ Fish oil
    πŸ’§ Nizoral (topical) 1x a week or every 2 weeks
    πŸ’§ Black rice water spray (topical)
    β€’ Tribulus
    β€’ Maca root
    the tone is πŸ˜€ positive with thicker hair and regained confidence results.

    Other terms

    The user is using finasteride, RU58841, and various natural supplements and treatments like seamoss, fish oil, and black rice water spray to combat hair loss, avoiding minoxidil due to dependency concerns. They report thicker hair and regained confidence, while discussing the potential risks and benefits of RU58841 with others.
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       1 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user is considering switching from topical finasteride to RU58841 or KX826 to reduce side effects but decides to stick with finasteride for now. Users discuss the effectiveness and risks of RU58841 and KX826, with finasteride being considered the most reliable option.

      community Are Ru58841/Kx826 effective as fin?

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is considering switching from topical finasteride to RU58841 or KX826 due to side effects like low libido and ED. They are also using oral minoxidil and considering low-dose saw palmetto to maintain their hairline.

    Related Research

    6 / 6 results

      research CLINICAL UPDATES IN HAIR

      19 citations , January 1997 in “Dermatologic Clinics”
      This chapter reviews various antiandrogens and androgen inhibitors, detailing their mechanisms, uses, and side effects, with a focus on spironolactone, finasteride, dutasteride, and oral contraceptives.

      research Alopecia - the search for novel agents continues

      11 citations , August 1997 in “Expert Opinion on Therapeutic Patents”
      This review discusses nearly 70 patent applications for the treatment of androgenetic alopecia and other hair conditions, highlighting the mechanisms of action explored but reports no clinical results.

      research Investigational medications in the treatment of alopecia

      3 citations , February 2005 in “Expert Opinion on Investigational Drugs”
      This review discusses investigational treatments for androgenetic and chemotherapy-induced alopecia and reports no new clinical results, highlighting the need for further research.

      research Post-finasteride syndrome: our current knowledge

      July 2020 in “Vestnik urologii”
      This review examines the contentious issue of post-finasteride syndrome linked to 5-alpha reductase inhibitors and reports mixed findings on its sexual, physical, and psychological effects; the authors call for more rigorous studies.