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      community RU58841 is a scam until proven otherwise

       15 upvotes 1 month ago
      RU58841 is considered ineffective as a standalone treatment for hair loss, with users often combining it with finasteride and minoxidil for potential benefits. Many users report mixed results and concerns about side effects, leading to skepticism about its efficacy.

      community Going from ingesting topical minoxidil to oral tablets?

       9 upvotes 2 months ago
      A user is considering switching from topical minoxidil to oral tablets due to cost and convenience, but is concerned about dosage differences and potential hair loss. They have been ingesting minoxidil residue from their fingers, leading to unwanted body hair growth, and are also taking dutasteride.

      community How Fast Weight Loss Causes Hair Loss (and how to mitigate it)

       43 upvotes 2 months ago
      Rapid weight loss can cause hair loss due to a surge in free fatty acids and reduced protein intake, leading to Telogen effluvium. A safe weight loss rate is 0.5-1.2 lbs per week with adequate protein intake to mitigate hair loss.

      community Minoxidil has been both a blessing and a curse

       153 upvotes 2 months ago
      Minoxidil can cause dark circles and aging appearance in some users, leading them to stop its use despite hair regrowth benefits. Some users suggest reducing dosage or switching to oral minoxidil to minimize side effects.

      community The second shed has been brutal (4 months and ongoing)

      in Progress Pictures  44 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth using topical finasteride and minoxidil but faced a prolonged shedding phase, leading them to increase the finasteride dose and add oral dutasteride. Despite concerns about shedding, they remain hopeful for regrowth and are supplementing with Vitamin D.

      community Why isn’t Topical Dutasteride the “Gold Standard”?

       172 upvotes 7 months ago
      Topical dutasteride is more effective than finasteride for hair loss but lacks FDA approval and research, leading to less use. Users report varying effectiveness and side effects, with some preferring oral treatments.

      community Those who have taken dutasteride what was your experience?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  32 upvotes 9 months ago
      Dutasteride is often preferred over finasteride for hair loss due to its stronger DHT blocking, leading to better hair regrowth for some users. However, it can cause side effects like brain fog, libido changes, and mood issues, prompting some to switch back to finasteride or adjust their dosage.

      community Who else stares at ppl that are balding

      in Chat  123 upvotes 1 year ago
      Many people become hyper-aware of hair loss in themselves and others, often leading to feelings of jealousy or self-consciousness. Treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride are commonly discussed as solutions to combat hair loss.

      community 7 months Dutasteride 0.5mg and Minoxidil 2.5mg daily

      in Progress Pictures  1312 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced significant hair thickening after using oral minoxidil and dutasteride, with no negative side effects, only increased libido and strength. Dutasteride was used after initial minoxidil treatment, leading to noticeable improvements in hair density.

      community How are people getting DUT so easily?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  15 upvotes 1 year ago
      Dutasteride is hard to get in Europe due to prescription rules, leading some to consider online pharmacies or travel. Users discuss alternatives like private doctors and compare it to finasteride, expressing concerns about side effects and effectiveness.

      community If RU58841 is such an effective anti androgen

      in Research/Science  46 upvotes 2 years ago
      RU58841 is discussed as a topical anti-androgen for hair loss, but its effectiveness and safety are not well-documented, leading to mixed opinions and experiences among users. Some combine it with finasteride, but concerns about side effects and lack of FDA approval limit its popularity.

      community Finasteride gyno experience and in dire need of advice

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  7 upvotes 6 years ago
      A user experienced puffy nipples and lumps from finasteride, leading to a dilemma between continuing treatment with potential surgery or accepting hair loss. They restarted finasteride at a lower dose with supplements but still face side effects and are seeking advice on whether to persist or stop.

      community Finasteride - 5 years and my expierience

       128 upvotes 1 week ago
      A 26-year-old shared their 5-year experience using finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss, noting initial improvements but later experiencing reduced libido and erection quality, leading them to switch from oral to topical finasteride. They advise starting with a low-dose topical solution and emphasize making informed decisions, acknowledging that while finasteride is effective, it can have side effects.

      community Can we stop fear mongering with finasteride

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  285 upvotes 11 months ago
      Finasteride is effective for hair loss but can cause sexual dysfunction and mental health issues in some users, leading to a polarized debate on its risks. Some switch to alternatives like Dutasteride or topical treatments to avoid side effects.

      community Alright so FDA better approve PP405 as fast as they approved covid vaccine

       129 upvotes 1 year ago
      PP405 is a potential hair loss treatment showing promising early results, with hopes for market release by 2028, but skepticism remains due to inconclusive data and past disappointments with similar products. Current treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride have side effects, leading some to anticipate PP405 as a safer alternative, though its effectiveness compared to placebo is debated.

      community 8 months on oral minoxidil. No sign of regrowth.

      in Minoxidil  14 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been taking 2mg oral minoxidil and 1mg finasteride but has seen no hair regrowth after 8 months, leading to concerns about being a non-responder. They are considering increasing the minoxidil dosage or switching to dutasteride, while also using keto shampoo and microneedling, but remain skeptical about the effectiveness of minoxidil.

      community My story (31 years old - male)

      in Progress Pictures  36 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 31-year-old male experienced hair thinning and initially used topical minoxidil, then switched to finasteride, which caused significant shedding. He later adopted a regimen of dutasteride, oral minoxidil, and anti-dandruff shampoo, leading to positive hair growth results, though he noted increased body hair as a side effect of oral minoxidil.

      community My DHT levels have increased after taking 0.25mg Fin for 47 days!

       186 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user experienced increased hair shedding and unchanged DHT levels after taking 0.25mg of finasteride for 47 days, leading them to increase the dose to 0.5mg. Others discussed varying experiences with finasteride, minoxidil, and the importance of measuring scalp DHT.

      community LeBron James has the most mysterious hair

      in Progress Pictures  166 upvotes 2 years ago
      LeBron James likely uses hair transplants and possibly hair fibers or sprays to maintain his hairline, but his crown remains problematic. Despite his wealth, he hasn't fully resolved his hair loss, leading to speculation about his treatments and choices.

      community Serious Oral Minoxidil Side Effects

       30 upvotes 5 years ago
      A user experienced severe side effects, including heart-related symptoms, after increasing their oral minoxidil dosage to 5 mg, leading them to stop the medication and seek medical advice. Many users advised against high doses of oral minoxidil, suggesting anxiety as a possible cause, and recommended consulting a doctor or switching to topical treatments.

      community Anyone having little results with dutasteride and oral minoxidil

      in Treatment  7 upvotes 8 months ago
      Dutasteride and oral minoxidil are not yielding noticeable results for some users, with some considering alternatives like microneedling or hair transplants. Others report slowed hair loss but no regrowth, and some experience side effects or minimal improvement, leading to frustration and consideration of different treatments.

      community Pelage are going to do two phase 3 trials for PP405. How long will it take to complete two phase 3 trials?

      in Chat  45 upvotes 8 months ago
      Pelage plans to conduct two Phase 3 trials for PP405, a new hair loss treatment, which may take about a year to complete. Users discuss various hair loss treatments, including pyrilutamide, minoxidil, finasteride, and clascoterone, with some expressing impatience over the lengthy trial process compared to faster drug approvals like the COVID vaccine.

      community Tretinoin and Minoxidil effectiveness

       8 upvotes 11 months ago
      Tretinoin may enhance minoxidil absorption, potentially improving hair regrowth when combined with microneedling. Users discuss various treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, and microneedling, with mixed results and concerns about side effects and scarring.

      community Does finasteride/dutasteride reverse aging?

      in Chat  45 upvotes 1 year ago
      Finasteride and dutasteride can improve skin texture and reduce acne by lowering DHT but do not reverse aging. They may enhance skin and hair health for some, but can also cause side effects like dry skin and sexual dysfunction.