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Heavy duty finasteride that comes with higher risks, but scalp injections seem safe and are gaining popularity
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research Recent Advances in Drug Design and Drug Discovery for Androgen-Dependent Diseases
New treatments for prostate cancer and BPH show promise, including novel compounds that target hormone synthesis and response.
research A Clinical Study of the Effects of Finasteride on Androgenetic Alopecia
Finasteride effectively treats hair loss in men with minimal side effects.
research In Vitro and In Vivo Effects of 17β-N-(4-Phenylcarbamoyl) Androst-4-en-3-one Derivatives as 5α-Reductase Inhibitors on Androgen-Dependent Glands
Three compounds were found to inhibit a prostate disease-related enzyme and reduce prostate size more effectively than the current treatment, suggesting they could be used for treating benign prostatic hyperplasia.
research Synthesis and In Vitro Evaluation of 4-Substituted N-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)-3-Oxo-4-Androstene-17β-Carboxamides as 5α-Reductase Inhibitors and Antiandrogens
The new compounds moderately block a specific enzyme and strongly counteract a male hormone, suggesting potential for treating certain male-related health conditions.
research Treatment of Hirsutism with 5α-Reductase Inhibitors
New compounds may soon be tested to treat excessive hair growth in women.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Finasteride, dutasteride, and oral min- My experience
User took Fin for 3 years, Dut for 7 months, and oral Min for 2 months without side effects. Fin stopped hair loss for 2 years, Dut maintained hair, and oral Min regrew thinning hair.
community 4 years on Fin + minox, then 2 years on Dut + minox - From "good" to "great": my experience, with some pictures. (long)
The conversation discusses a user's positive experience with hair loss treatments, specifically transitioning from finasteride and minoxidil to dutasteride and minoxidil, resulting in improved hair regrowth and fewer side effects. The user highlights dutasteride as more effective and with fewer side effects compared to finasteride.
community 4 month top fin/min - is it shedding or not working?
The user is experiencing significant hair shedding after four months of using topical finasteride and minoxidil, questioning if it's a normal shedding phase or if the treatment isn't working. They are considering switching to oral treatments and have increased their finasteride concentration, while also using keto and caffeine shampoos.
community 4 months finasteride + minoxidil combo spray
The user has been using a finasteride and minoxidil combo spray from Hims for four months, with positive results and no side effects. They apply four sprays nightly, targeting the crown and front of the scalp.
community 4 weeks to 12 weeks on oral fin and min
The user experienced increased hair stubble after using 1mg finasteride, 3mg minoxidil, microneedling twice weekly, and daily biotin and vitamin D. They plan to grow their hair out to assess coverage.