Ranking of all the topical anti androgens in terms of effectivness?
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      community Hair loss treatment rabbit hole [OC]

      in Satire  317 upvotes 3 years ago
      Hair loss treatments, ranging from topical minoxidil and finasteride to taking hormones such as estradiol or nandrolone, as well as a controversial suggestion of an orchiectomy. A hair system is also mentioned as an alternative solution.

      community Anyone else growing tired of the finasteride wars?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  169 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about differing experiences with finasteride for hair loss, with some users reporting side effects and others not, and the debate over the drug's safety and effectiveness. Specific treatments mentioned include finasteride, dutasteride, and topical finasteride.

      community So we’re just ok with taking a research chemical now?

      in Treatment  181 upvotes 5 years ago
      The conversation discusses the use of RU58841, a non-FDA approved research chemical for hair loss, with mixed opinions on its safety and effectiveness. Some users are willing to try it as a last resort after other treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride failed, while others express concerns about potential long-term side effects and lack of official research.

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