When starting finasteride, dutasteride, RU-58841 or oral minoxidil
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    In this general discussion post, the primary subjects mentioned are
    💊 Finasteride (oral)
    💊 Dutasteride (oral)
    💊 Minoxidil (oral)
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    The conversation humorously discusses starting treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, RU58841, and oral minoxidil for hair loss. It highlights the challenges and experiences associated with these treatments.
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      in Will treatment work for me? 2 years ago
      In this conversation, 4990 discussed various treatments for hair loss, including oral minoxidil, PRP, transplan, Jak inhibitors, Dutasteride, Finasteride, Olumiant, Ketoconazole, RU58841, microneedling, baricitinib, and CCCA. They recommended scalp biopsies in unclear cases of DUPA, twice weekly to twice daily shampooing for topical minoxidil users, and two sessions spaced one month apart with follow up at month three to determine the effectiveness of PRP treatment.

      community Insane dutasteride shed 4 months after switching.

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      community Hair loss treatment tier list by Dr Oscar Muñoz

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      Dr. Oscar Muñoz's hair loss treatment tier list suggests oral minoxidil and finasteride are highly effective, while topical treatments like RU58841 and microneedling are less effective. Users discuss the effectiveness of various treatments, with some favoring oral options for their practicality and higher response rates.

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