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Frontline, gold standard treatment for combatting androgenic alopecia
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research Long-Term Efficacy and Safety of the Dual 5-Alpha Reductase Blocker Dutasteride on Male Androgenetic Alopecia Patients
Dutasteride effectively and safely treats male hair loss for over a year.
research Immunolocalization of 5α-Reductase Isozymes in Acne Lesions and Normal Skin
The study found that the enzyme linked to acne is present in the same areas of both acne-affected and normal skin.

research 5-Alpha-Reductase Inhibitors in the Treatment of Male Androgenetic Alopecia: Clinical Experience
Low-dose dutasteride effectively and safely promotes hair growth in men with androgenetic alopecia.

research The New Paradigm for Androgenetic Alopecia and Plant-Based Folk Remedies: 5α-Reductase Inhibition, Reversal of Secondary Microinflammation, and Improving Insulin Resistance
Plant-based remedies may treat hair loss by reducing inflammation and improving insulin resistance.
research ODP265 BPH, Androgenic Alopecia, and Acne – Markers of Progesterone Deficiency
Correcting vitamin D and progesterone deficiencies can significantly improve hair loss, acne, and BPH symptoms.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Nice & pure PRP, 3 ml of this is going to the scalp.
The use of PRP to treat hair loss and its potential effectiveness when combined with 5 alpha reductase blockers such as Minoxidil or Finasteride.
community Nizoral shampoo – really needed? How often? How long to apply?
User on finasteride for a decade and oral minoxidil for a month asks about Nizoral shampoo's effectiveness and usage. Dermatologist suggests it may help with seborrheic dermatitis and hair loss, but not necessary; others share mixed opinions.
community 9 months of minoxidil , finasteride, spironolactone, estradiol
User shared progress pictures after 9 months of using minoxidil, finasteride, spironolactone, and estradiol for hair loss. Significant regrowth was noted, especially after starting estradiol.
community Approximately 1 month on oral dut+ oral min
A user shared progress pictures after one month on oral dutasteride and minoxidil, noting some improvement despite initial shedding. They previously used finasteride for a year without noticeable change and emphasized the importance of photo comparisons.
community What About Phytosterol Alternatives - Rice Bran Oil - Natural DHT Blockers
The conversation discusses natural DHT blockers like rice bran oil, which may reduce 5α-reductase activity similarly to Minoxidil and Dutasteride. One user argues that finasteride is more reliable and effective than natural alternatives.