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      community 5months using Dut/Min twice daily

      in Is this regrowth?  69 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 33-year-old male has been using topical dutasteride and minoxidil twice daily, along with a 0.25 mm derma roller every five days, and is experiencing hair shedding but seeing progress. Some users suspect a hair transplant, while others praise the results.

      community DHT Gel (2.5%) to beard area + Dut + Pyri 1% + Minox

       4 upvotes 11 months ago
      The conversation discusses using a combination of DHT gel, dutasteride, pyrilutamide, and minoxidil to promote beard growth while minimizing hair loss. Users suggest consulting a doctor and considering genetic factors before proceeding.

      community Is my current doseage viable? (Trans)

       3 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user is taking Dutasteride, Finasteride, Estradiol, Spironolactone, and Progesterone for hair regrowth and is considering adding Minoxidil and rosemary oil. They are experiencing some hair regrowth and are consulting a dermatologist to avoid a hair transplant.

      community Thoughts on Avixis Alfatradiol?

       4 upvotes 4 years ago
      Avixis Alfatradiol is a topical 5-alpha reductase inhibitor available in Latin America and Germany, but its effectiveness is questioned. A user reported worsened hair loss after using it and recommended finasteride instead due to its proven effectiveness and lower cost.

      community 28M 5MG MIN 0.5MG DUT DAILY - DO. NOT. FEAR. THE. SHED

       116 upvotes 1 week ago
      A user shared their positive experience with hair regrowth using daily minoxidil and dutasteride, despite initial shedding. They noticed significant progress around month 4 and encouraged others to be patient with the process.

      community GT20029 & KX826 Major Updates from Kintor.

       101 upvotes 1 year ago
      KX826 shows promise as a hair loss treatment with a 10% increase in hair count, but concerns about Kintor's marketing practices and the systemic effects of treatments like GT20029 and RU58841 remain. Users express skepticism and hope, with some preferring traditional treatments like finasteride and minoxidil.

      community Creatine and ru-58841 experiences?

       1 upvotes 1 year ago
      RU58841 is preferred over finasteride for blocking DHT on the scalp, especially for those with aggressive MPB. Creatine is associated with increased hair shedding, even when using RU58841.

      community Got sides on fin, now Alfatradiol or Fluridil?

       4 upvotes 4 years ago
      The user experienced side effects from finasteride and is considering adding Alfatradiol or Fluridil to their regimen, which includes Minoxidil, dermarolling, and ketoconazole. Fluridil is noted to be more effective than Alfatradiol but less effective than finasteride, with mild side effects reported.

      community Platelet rich plasma treatment

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 27-year-old male experienced rapid hair loss after dengue fever, which activated a balding gene. The doctor suggested platelet-rich plasma treatment for hair regrowth.

      community Mechanism of action of alfatradiol (17 alpha estradiol)

       5 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses the mechanism of action of alfatradiol (17 alpha estradiol) in treating hair loss. It explores theories that it either inhibits 5 alpha reductase to prevent T->DHT conversion or aromatizes scalp T into 17-alpha-estradiol to save hair.

      community Switch to Dut??

       9 upvotes 6 years ago
      Considering a switch from finasteride to dutasteride for hair loss treatment, and the use of minoxidil as a last resort due to its effects on hair texture.

      community A Technical Question About Pyrilutamide

      in Research/Science  5 upvotes 3 years ago
      Pyrilutamide is believed to be more effective than RU58841 and 1 mg finasteride in treating hair loss, with no systemic hormonal effects and the potential to block more than 31% of scalp DHT. It may also antagonize scalp testosterone due to its action as an androgen receptor antagonist.

      community 3 years of treatment Dut, topical Min, 1 year of RU

       15 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user has been treating hair loss for three years using Dutasteride, topical Minoxidil, and RU58841, with noticeable improvement after four months, but sides and temples still need work. They plan to finish current treatments and consider a hair transplant for further improvement.

      community Any advice for someone starting RU?

      in Treatment  5 upvotes 6 months ago
      Starting RU58841 for hair loss, with suggestions to begin with a lower dose and monitor side effects. Some users recommend sticking with finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride instead.

      community What's the deal with Spectral.DNC-N/'nanoxidil'?

       4 upvotes 3 years ago
      Nanoxidil is considered to have better absorption and fewer side effects than minoxidil, with added DHT blockers. The user is questioning if switching to the more expensive Spectral.DNC-N is worthwhile compared to cheaper options like Kirkland minoxidil.

      community Why is 1 mg the go to prescription of finasteride when it’s only 2 procent points more effective than 0.2 mg?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  109 upvotes 1 year ago
      1 mg of finasteride is commonly prescribed because it is more effective for a larger number of people compared to lower doses, despite only slightly reducing serum DHT more than 0.2 mg. Serum DHT and scalp DHT are different, and 1 mg is believed to reduce scalp DHT more effectively, contributing to better hair growth results.

      community Dut only? Had to drop oral minoxidil

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user stopped oral minoxidil due to side effects and is now using dutasteride mesotherapy and plans to start oral dutasteride. They are concerned about potential hair shedding and wonder if dutasteride alone will be effective.

      community Dut 0.5 (4 months) Min (2.5 months) and dermarolling 1.5 mm (1 week)

       37 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user started a hair loss treatment with dutasteride, minoxidil, and dermarolling, experiencing some regrowth and satisfaction with progress. They also use nizoral shampoo and rosemary oil, and have not experienced significant side effects.

      community Is anyone else completely fascinated by the Indiamart generics?

      in Chat  21 upvotes 1 month ago
      People are discussing the affordability and effectiveness of Indian generic medications for hair loss, specifically oral dutasteride and minoxidil. They mention brands like Dr. Reddy's, Cipla, and KLM, and discuss payment challenges when purchasing from India.

      community Is there any way to get Ru58841 in India?

      in Treatment  8 upvotes 6 months ago
      RU58841 is not FDA approved, and users are discussing its availability and legitimacy in India, with some mentioning brands like Vantanex and Capomil. One user warns about the risk of gyno from RU58841, advising to stop use at the first sign of sensitivity.

      community Dutasteride , bloodwork and dht.

       17 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user reported high testosterone and estradiol levels within range, but unexpectedly high DHT levels after using finasteride and dutasteride for hair loss. Another person suggested the dutasteride might be fake or a bad batch and recommended using the branded Avodart.

      community New topical claims complete reversal of AGA in 3 months

       18 upvotes 9 years ago
      A new topical treatment called RT1640 claims to reverse AGA using cyclosporine A, Minoxidil, and a new chemical entity, RT175. Users are skeptical due to lack of clinical trial data and inconsistent before-and-after photos.