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Frontline, gold standard treatment for combatting androgenic alopecia
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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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a natural and far less effective alternative to Finasteride
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acid used for antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory and anti-androgenic properties
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5 / 1000+ results![Identification of 5α-reductase isoenzymes in canine skin](/images/research/c1aa599b-6e39-4f67-b4f9-4de897330a4f/small/14182.jpg)
research Identification of 5α-reductase isoenzymes in canine skin
Two types of 5α-reductase are in dog skin, which might make dutasteride better than finasteride for treating dog hair loss.
![Expression of type 1 5α-reductase and metabolism of testosterone in reconstructed human epidermis (SkinEthic®): a new model for screening skin-targeted androgen modulators](/images/research/5f78da13-acb5-4b01-835f-e669fdb65781/small/15499.jpg)
research Expression of type 1 5α-reductase and metabolism of testosterone in reconstructed human epidermis (SkinEthic®): a new model for screening skin-targeted androgen modulators
The study created a new method to test drugs that affect hormone processing in skin.
![Saturable Binding of Finasteride to Steroid 5α-reductase as Determinant of Nonlinear Pharmacokinetics](/images/research/8eac07ed-2e7b-437f-a62c-6e2e4f701171/small/2913.jpg)
research Saturable Binding of Finasteride to Steroid 5α-reductase as Determinant of Nonlinear Pharmacokinetics
Finasteride's effect on hair loss and prostate enlargement depends on its binding to an enzyme, with maximum impact at 0.2 mg dose.
![Exercise activates the PI3K-AKT signal pathway by decreasing the expression of 5α-reductase type 1 in PCOS rats](/images/research/d1268386-6328-4ed5-af2d-e4a860bbc856/small/33120.jpg)
research Exercise activates the PI3K-AKT signal pathway by decreasing the expression of 5α-reductase type 1 in PCOS rats
Exercise improves insulin sensitivity and hormone regulation in PCOS rats.
research Metabolic and hormonal changes during the molt of captive gray seals (Halichoerus grypus)
Gray seals use more energy and have higher hormone levels during their annual fur-shedding period.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Finasteride only reduces scalp DHT by ~40%. Why does it work?
How Finasteride and Dutasteride help reduce hair loss by reducing the amount of DHT in scalp areas, as well as discussing factors such as sensitivity to DHT, 5α-reductase expression in different parts of the hair follicle, and scalp tension.
community 10 months of fin/minoxidil results
This conversation is about a user's progress pictures after 10 months of using the hair loss treatments finasteride and minoxidil. Other users responded with compliments and questions about the dosage used.
community 3 months on the big 4 (liposomal gel min fin, keto shampoo and microneedling 1.5mm weekly) let me know what you think
A user's progress after 3 months of using the "big 4" hair loss treatments - liposomal gel minoxidil, finasteride, keto shampoo and microneedling; with people providing advice about their own experiences and asking for more information.
community Bloodwork after 8 months on finasteride, is this normal?
A user on finasteride for 8 months shared bloodwork results showing increased testosterone and estradiol levels, with concerns about high LH. Responses advised monitoring for symptoms but noted levels are within reference ranges.
community 6 month results on topical min, oral fin, and microneedling
A user (Majestic-Head3874) who has had successful hair regrowth with the combination of topical minoxidil, oral finasteride and microneedling treatments. People are asking for details about these treatments and Majestic-Head3874 is sharing the regimen they used.