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      community Don't stop taking minoxidil no matter what

      in Minoxidil  9 upvotes 4 months ago
      The conversation is about hair loss treatments, specifically minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride. The main advice is to start with finasteride and never stop minoxidil once started, as stopping can lead to significant hair loss.

      community Kevin Mann(Haircafe) is the GOAT

      in Update  416 upvotes 4 months ago
      A user praised Kevin Mann for his hair loss advice, crediting finasteride and minoxidil with tretinoin for saving their hair. Other users shared similar experiences and expressed frustration over Mann's channel being affected by past controversies.

      community Can Fin + Min save my hair? [20M]

      in Satire  3059 upvotes 2 months ago
      A user is considering using finasteride and minoxidil to address hair loss, particularly at the temples and crown. Responses include encouragement, humor, and additional suggestions like using a derma roller.

      community Just had this wild thought come into my head.

      in Satire  403 upvotes 7 months ago
      The conversation is about the debate over the existence of Post-Finasteride Syndrome (PFS) and its symptoms, with some users skeptical about PFS and others discussing side effects like erectile dysfunction and gynecomastia from hair loss treatments like finasteride. Specific treatments mentioned include finasteride, viagra, and a joke about using a popsicle stick for erectile support.

      community Oral Minoxidil Users In A Nutshell

      in Satire  1217 upvotes 2 years ago
      This conversation is about hair loss treatments, specifically oral minoxidil and finasteride. Users discussed the potential side effects of using these drugs, as well as their experiences with them.

      community RU58841 One month difference comparison

      in Progress Pictures  127 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation discusses the use of RU58841 for hair loss, with one user sharing a one-month difference in their hair after using it. Users discuss where to buy RU58841, potential side effects including heart issues, and mixed opinions on its effectiveness, with some questioning the need for treatment based on the before and after pictures.

      community 1 month of using fin, so happy

      in Progress Pictures  864 upvotes 1 month ago
      User had a hair transplant and used a finasteride and minoxidil spray for 6 months with no results. After adding finasteride tablets for 1 month, they saw significant hair growth improvement.

      community Why is it "not right" to start off with Dutasteride?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  60 upvotes 3 months ago
      The conversation discusses whether it's better to start hair loss treatment with finasteride or dutasteride. Opinions vary, but many suggest starting with finasteride due to its shorter half-life and easier management of side effects, while others argue dutasteride is more effective and has fewer side effects.

      community This sub is very toxic towards people who don’t blindly follow the fin mafia

      in Treatment  226 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation criticizes the negative attitude towards those concerned about side effects from hair loss treatments like finasteride and minoxidil, or who prefer natural remedies. Specific treatments discussed include finasteride, minoxidil, rosemary oil, and RU58841, with an agreement that finasteride and minoxidil are proven effective.

      community GT20029 - Promising phase II results

      in Research/Science  15 upvotes 5 months ago
      GT20029 showed significant hair growth and safety in phase II trials, with no adverse sexual events. Users are hopeful but concerned about future costs and systemic effects.

      community GT20029 China Phase II Trial For AGA Reached Primary Endpoint

      in Research/Science  134 upvotes 5 months ago
      The GT20029 tincture, a topical androgen receptor degrader, showed significant hair growth and good safety in a China Phase II trial for male androgenetic alopecia (AGA), with the 1% dose twice weekly identified as optimal. The company plans to initiate Phase III trials in China and Phase II in the U.S., and the treatment also shows promise for acne.

      community Why anecdotal evidence is so valued around here?

      in Chat  18 upvotes 6 months ago
      The conversation discusses why personal stories about hair loss treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride are often taken more seriously than scientific evidence in certain forums. People tend to believe what they want and use others' experiences to support their own views on treatment effectiveness and side effects.

      community Study shows further evidence that finasteride and dutasteride take 12-18 months or more to show significant results. Do NOT give up early

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  243 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses the effectiveness of finasteride and dutasteride in treating hair loss, emphasizing that significant results often take 12-18 months or more. Dutasteride is generally considered superior, with similar or fewer side effects than finasteride, but patience is required for noticeable improvement.

      community First time using hair fibers until the Rogaine kicks in.

      in Product  89 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about a user trying hair fibers to cover hair loss while waiting for Rogaine (Minoxidil) to work. Some suggest using Finasteride or other treatments for better results, while others criticize the appearance of the fibers.

      community Kintor Phase 2 Results released KX-826 (pyrilutamide)

      in Research/Science  451 upvotes 2 years ago
      Kintor Pharmaceutical's Phase 2 results with the drug Pyrilutamide, a potential alternative to 5-ARI drugs like Finasteride and Dutasteride but without the side effects. It could be used in combination with other topical treatments such as Minoxidil. The safety of the drug has been demonstrated in 6 months of use, however there are still questions about long term efficacy and systemic absorption.

      community Pyrilutamide just launched internationally, and all you're doing is hating

      in Product 1 month ago
      The post and conversation are about the high cost and skepticism surrounding pyrilutamide as a hair loss treatment, with comparisons to minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. The original poster defends pyrilutamide's effectiveness and criticizes others for dismissing it without proper understanding.
      Diffuse hair loss and scalp biopsies

      community Diffuse hair loss and scalp biopsies

      in Research  692 upvotes 1 month ago
      Scalp biopsies are crucial for diagnosing hair loss conditions like Diffuse Unpatterned Alopecia (DUPA) and retrograde hair loss, as treatments like finasteride and dutasteride may not be effective if other conditions are present. Combining PPAR-GAMMA agonists with retinoids could improve treatments for conditions like Lichen Planopilaris.

      community Proof that finasteride messes with neurosteroids

      in Research/Science  230 upvotes 2 months ago
      Finasteride can impact neurosteroids, potentially causing depression and other side effects in some users. Despite these concerns, many continue using it for hair loss, with some switching to topical applications to mitigate side effects.

      community A Nuanced Look at Microdosing Topical Finasteride

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  87 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation discusses using a low dose of topical finasteride to achieve hair benefits with minimal systemic exposure. Users share experiences and opinions on dosing, systemic buildup, and side effects of both topical and oral finasteride.

      community Huberman tweet about finasteride

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  278 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation is about the side effects of finasteride, including Post Finasteride Syndrome, with varied personal experiences and differing views on the credibility of information sources. Some participants also discuss using minoxidil as a hair loss treatment.

      community 15ish months results. Fin plus Min

      in Progress Pictures  481 upvotes 1 year ago
      CraigMeyerShirtPants used oral finasteride for 15 months and topical minoxidil for 6 months, seeing significant hair growth after cutting hair 4 months ago. Users congratulated and asked about age, brand, and side effects.

      community Massive study on finasteride side effects released

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  83 upvotes 1 year ago
      The release of a study on 5a-reductase inhibitors (finasteride and dutasteride) which showed an increased risk of depression, dementia, decreased libido, and reduced semen load as potential side effects; discussion around other forms of hair loss treatments such as topical minoxidil, RU58841, or opting to accept baldness; and advice to consider professional help for deeper issues related to hair loss.

      community Physician here AMA – 30M oral Fin 1-1.25 mg daily

      in Update  47 upvotes 2 years ago
      Hair loss treatments, specifically the use of finasteride, microneedling and potentially oral minoxidil. People discussed their experiences with finasteride, its effects on sexual behaviors, as well as potential solutions such as tadalafil or using other growth factor signal peptides for hope in curing male pattern baldness.

      community Pyrilutamide Phase 3 on its way

      in Treatment  131 upvotes 2 years ago
      Pyrilutamide Phase 3 approved, starting early 2022 with 416 subjects for 24 weeks. Drug potentially better than RU and Breezula, with some users reporting no side effects.