how do RU and topical spironolactone compare? Product 11/30/2022
Hair loss treatments RU and topical spironolactone were compared. No specific results or conclusions were provided.
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6 / 1000+ resultscommunity where does the renewed spironolactone hype come from?
Topical spironolactone is gaining attention as an alternative hair loss treatment, but it's not as effective as other options like finasteride. Oral spironolactone can cause side effects in men, and there are better topical alternatives like RU, Pyril, and CB.
community Tricho test suggested topical spironolactone. Any experience with it?
The conversation is about a person experiencing hair loss, using topical minoxidil for 8 years, now at Norwood scale 3, and considering topical spironolactone and oral minoxidil after a tricho test recommendation. They are seeking others' experiences with topical spironolactone.
community 5 years of min / finasteride, no longer slowing loss.
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community So I was wondering what stack are we on boys? 🤔
Treatments for hair loss, including microneedling, finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, RU-58841, pyrilutamide, pumpkin seed oil, rosemary water, orchiectomy, and estrogen.
community Overwhelming amount of anti-androgens
The conversation discusses the effectiveness of anti-androgens for hair loss, with a preference for topical treatments like RU58841 over oral options due to better scalp concentration and fewer side effects. Topical finasteride at 0.1% may provide some results, especially when combined with a topical androgen receptor antagonist like RU58841.
community CAUTION: My Experience with RU58841
The user experienced concerning side effects like throat irritation, shortness of breath, chest pain, and testicle pain after using RU58841 for hair loss, despite also using finasteride and minoxidil. Other users shared mixed experiences, with one advising to stop using RU58841 due to similar side effects, while another reported significant hair loss reduction without side effects.
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