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      community 8 Months of Treatment with Subpar Results

       22 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user has been using Dutasteride, Minoxidil, Ketoconazole, and RU58841 for hair loss but sees subpar results. Suggestions include adjusting treatments, considering a hair transplant, and addressing scalp inflammation.

      community Pelage Pharmaceuticals posted a tweet about PP405.

       41 upvotes 2 months ago
      Pelage Pharmaceuticals' PP405 is discussed with skepticism about its effectiveness in hair regrowth, with some users expressing doubt and others hopeful but cautious. Treatments like finasteride are mentioned as current options, but there's a general sentiment that a cure for hair loss is not imminent.

      community 5 years on finasteride only: age 21 to 26.

      in Progress Pictures  773 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their five-year experience with finasteride for hair loss, noting positive results and no side effects. The discussion included debates on potential side effects like erectile dysfunction and the treatment's effectiveness.

      community Pyrilutamide phase III clinical trial results released

      in Research/Science  31 upvotes 2 years ago
      Pyrilutamide did not show effectiveness in regrowing hair compared to a placebo, but it may still help maintain existing hair by preventing DHT from causing follicle miniaturization. Some users believe it could be beneficial when used with other treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride.

      community Found a slide summary for PP405

       35 upvotes 5 months ago
      PP405 shows promise in stimulating new terminal hair growth by activating dormant follicles, with no systemic adverse effects observed in a short-term trial. However, long-term efficacy remains unproven, and further trials are needed to confirm its potential as a hair loss treatment.

      community 2.5 years 1mg finasteride daily

       4887 upvotes 8 months ago
      Significant hair regrowth was achieved after 2.5 years of taking 1 mg finasteride daily, without using minoxidil or microneedling. Minor side effects included a slightly thinner beard and longer time to finish during sex.

      community 6 months update after this post

       27 upvotes 4 months ago
      Hair is significantly improved with no visible crown and no side effects after 14 months on dutasteride. The user no longer visits the subreddit but shared a positive update.

      community Low dose spiro with 5ARI inhibitor

      in Chat  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      Spironolactone, finasteride, and dutasteride are discussed for hair maintenance, with concerns about testosterone and side effects like gynecomastia. Spironolactone is noted for use in both bodybuilding and hormone therapy, with low doses considered for minimizing side effects.

      community 1 year and 10 Months, 30M, only Fin.

      in Progress Pictures  420 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 30-year-old man experienced significant hair regrowth using only oral finasteride over 1 year and 10 months, with no side effects except increased libido. He started seeing results around the 3-4 month mark and takes finasteride every 2-3 days now, believing he may lose hair if he stops.

      community Study: You can safely conceive on Dutasteride

      in Research/Science  95 upvotes 1 year ago
      Dutasteride is considered safe for conception, with semen concentrations being too low to cause harm. Users discuss switching between dutasteride and finasteride, with some experiencing side effects like acne and heart issues, and advice is given to maintain a consistent treatment regimen.

      community Thinning and shedding for 5 years

       4 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user has been experiencing hair thinning and shedding for 5 years, despite using finasteride for 3 years and dutasteride for 4 months. Other users suggest continuing treatment and caution against hair transplants due to potential complications.

      community Pyrilutamide vs topical finasteride

       2 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is considering switching to topical finasteride or pyrilutamide to stabilize hair loss before a hair transplant, currently using oral minoxidil and finasteride. Suggestions include sticking to the current regimen as it is already potent, and caution against using pyrilutamide from unreliable sources.

      community I Get Side-Effects from Anti-Androgens

       8 upvotes 6 years ago
      Someone looking for solutions to their hair loss, who has tried and failed to tolerate anti-androgen treatments such as finasteride, CB-03-01, RU58841, and Eucapil. The user is seeking advice and understanding of their extreme sensitivity to these treatments.

      community Dutasteride 2.5 mg Progress (6 months)

       181 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 49-year-old male switched from Finasteride to Dutasteride 2.5 mg daily, along with oral Minoxidil 5 mg, resulting in significant hair regrowth and stopping hair loss after six months. Despite initial side effects like adrenaline spikes and urinary issues, the user is satisfied with the results and plans to continue the treatment.

      community 8 months of therapies, finasteride, minoxidil and more

      in Progress Pictures  397 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth over 8 months using finasteride, minoxidil, and a custom topical mix including progesterone, cortisone, and alpha 5 estradiol. They reported no side effects and noticed improvement around the third month.

      community Dutesteride time at which maximum serum DHT is supressed?

       5 upvotes 3 years ago
      Maximum serum DHT suppression for finasteride occurs at 8 hours, while for dutasteride, it occurs within 1 to 2 weeks with daily dosing. Dutasteride mesotherapy will be followed by blood tests to check serum DHT changes.

      community Finasteride Progress Need Help Analysing

       17 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      A 21-year-old male has been taking 1.25mg oral finasteride daily for six months and is seeking feedback on hair improvement. Users agree there is noticeable progress, with no other treatments like minoxidil or microneedling used.

      community So why did the first pyrilutamide phase III fail?

       4 upvotes 1 month ago
      Pyrilutamide's inconsistent trial results, with phase II showing positive hair growth and phase III failing to show significant gains, possibly due to COVID-related disruptions. Users discuss modest results from kx-826 treatment.

      community I finally coninced my trichologist to give me finasteride

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user convinced their trichologist to prescribe topical finasteride after using topical estradiol and progesterone for hair maintenance. They also discussed the potential impact of "nofap" on hair loss, noting that abstaining for about four months seemed to reduce shedding.

      community Getting sides from Finasteride - what to do?

       9 upvotes 2 days ago
      A young man experiencing side effects from finasteride, such as brain fog, reduced libido, and gynecomastia, is seeking advice on whether to continue the treatment or quit. Suggestions include reducing the dosage, trying topical treatments, switching to dutasteride, or addressing hormonal imbalances with medication.

      community [2-year update] Definitely making progress!

       75 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair improvement over two years using finasteride, minoxidil foam, and ketoconazole, despite some initial shedding and a side effect of watery semen. They are satisfied with the results and encourage others to persist with their treatment.

      community 4 months progress taking po fin+min

       49 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user reported hair recovery on the scalp after 4 months using finasteride and 5% topical minoxidil, with anxiety as a side effect. Reducing caffeine intake helped manage anxiety, which may be linked to minoxidil's effects.

      community DHT is NOT very important for adults, is it?

       124 upvotes 4 months ago
      A user experienced negative side effects, including low libido and lack of motivation, after using finasteride for hair loss and felt better after stopping it. Others shared similar experiences with finasteride and dutasteride, while some reported no side effects, showing varied individual responses.

      community Antihistamines interaction with Finasteride.

       2 upvotes 4 years ago
      Stopping antihistamines may resolve neurological side effects when using finasteride. Users experienced muscle aches, headaches, and lethargy when combining the two.