Study the Effect of Aqueous and Alcoholic Extracts of Trigonella Foenum-Graecum L and Some Antibiotics Against Bacterial Species Isolated from Acne Vulgaris Infections in Sumer University Students

Finasteride may cause acne for some users, possibly due to increased testosterone or estrogen levels. Zinc, gluconic acid, and B5 cream are suggested treatments for managing this acne.

Finasteride effectively treated hormonal acne for multiple users, including the original poster. Topical treatments like Winlevi are effective but expensive and not always covered by insurance.

Akkermansia bacteria can improve hair growth inhibited by testosterone, and metformin may increase Akkermansia, which could help with hair loss related to aging, insulin resistance, and inflammation.

The user experienced temple recession, shedding, and acne while on 0.5mg dutasteride, 1.25mg finasteride every other day, and 5mg oral minoxidil daily. They are considering switching treatments due to worsening symptoms and are contemplating using a topical anti-androgen like RU58841.

Biotin can cause cystic acne for some users, and it's advised to stop using it if this occurs. For hair loss, finasteride and dutasteride are recommended, but a dermatologist should be consulted.

RU58841 helped clear forehead acne. The user mixes it with 5% minoxidil and considers making a cream for acne treatment.