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medication that inhibits DHT to treat enlarged prostate and hair loss

Dutasteride, also known by the brand name Avodart, is a medication primarily used to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), which is an enlarged prostate. It works by inhibiting the action of the enzyme 5-alpha-reductase, which converts testosterone to dihydrotestosterone (DHT), a hormone that contributes to prostate growth. Additionally, dutasteride is sometimes used off-label to treat male pattern baldness due to its ability to reduce DHT levels, which are implicated in hair loss.

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community Is it true that most hair loss treatments fall into one of two categories? If not, what am I missing?

in Treatment 4 upvotes 8 months ago

Hair loss treatments are generally categorized as anti-androgens, like finasteride and RU58841, which prevent hair loss by targeting DHT, and growth stimulators, such as minoxidil, rosemary oil, microneedling, and LLLT, which promote hair growth by increasing blood flow and growth factors. The user is seeking to confirm these categories and understand if there are other treatments or mechanisms of action.

community 3 Month Results with Nuclear Stack - 42M

in Progress Pictures 115 upvotes 3 months ago

A user shared 3-month hair regrowth results using a combination of oral Dutasteride, daily Minoxidil, RU58841, micro-needling, Keto shampoo, scalp massages, and supplements. Positive progress was noted, and encouragement to continue was given.

community This is my 3 months progress oral minoxidil, dutasteride and topical minoxidil

in Is this regrowth? 54 upvotes 3 months ago

A user shared their 3-month progress using oral minoxidil, dutasteride, and topical minoxidil for hair regrowth. Replies suggest increasing dutasteride dosage and note visible progress likely due to minoxidil.

community Finasteride and minoxidil 1.5 years, sudden shed What should I do?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 3 upvotes 1 year ago

Hair loss discussion involved Finasteride, Minoxidil, and RU58841. User experienced sudden shedding after 1.5 years of Finasteride and Minoxidil use, seeking advice.

community Just took a pic of my hair under direct sunlight for the first time in months. Instant regret.

in Chat 20 upvotes 3 years ago

The conversation is about disappointment with hair loss progress despite using treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, nizoral, tretinoin, and a dermaroller. Direct sunlight revealed more hair loss than expected, prompting continued treatment and hope for improvement.

community Results after 6 months of treatment

in Progress Pictures 1753 upvotes 6 days ago

Significant hair regrowth was achieved after six months using finasteride and minoxidil, with no side effects reported. The user plans to taper off minoxidil and is considering oral minoxidil, but is cautious due to potential heart issues.

community Stopping Dutasteride to have a baby

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 70 upvotes 1 week ago

A user plans to stop Dutasteride to conceive a child, seeking advice on hair maintenance. Suggestions include switching to Finasteride, but many emphasize prioritizing child safety.

community 4 months on dutasteride and 6 on oral minox. After being on fin and topical minox for 2+ years

in Is this regrowth? 123 upvotes 1 month ago

The user experienced significant hair regrowth after switching to oral minoxidil and dutasteride, having previously used finasteride and topical minoxidil. They reported no side effects from the current regimen of 0.5 mg dutasteride and 5 mg oral minoxidil.

community 2-3 weeks only oral minoxidil 2.5mg daily vs 7 months only oral minoxidil 2.5mg daily

in Progress Pictures 205 upvotes 7 months ago

A 22-year-old has seen hair density improvement after using oral minoxidil 2.5mg daily for 7 months and also uses rosemary mint oil weekly. Others suggest finasteride for long-term results, question minoxidil's effectiveness without finasteride, and mention alternatives like microneedling.

community Let's be clear, does Finasteride stop MPB as long as it's taken?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 170 upvotes 7 months ago

Finasteride is believed to slow down hair loss significantly, but may not completely stop it for everyone. Effectiveness and duration vary by individual, with some users experiencing positive results for over 10 years, while others see less benefit.

community Diffuse thinning is the worst man

in Chat 248 upvotes 10 months ago

The conversation is about the struggles of dealing with diffuse thinning at a young age and the lack of significant improvement after using treatments like finasteride and minoxidil. Some suggest additional methods like derma rolling, microneedling, and hair fibers, while others share their own experiences and encourage persistence with treatment.

community Ultimate Hairloss Flowchart (for beginners)

in Treatment 247 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation discusses a hair loss flowchart for beginners, with mixed opinions on its effectiveness. Treatments mentioned include minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, microneedling, and vitamins.

community 4 months (+ growing hair out) on min/fin/niz/dermaroll/estrogen/vitamins

in Progress Pictures 86 upvotes 1 year ago

The user is using oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, Nizoral, dermarolling, a hair thickening conditioner, and hair vitamins for hair loss treatment. They stopped taking testosterone due to medical reasons and are now technically on estrogen, but it's unclear if this impacts their hair growth.

community Dutasteride 6 months - Should I quit or wait more?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 11 upvotes 1 year ago

The user has been on dutasteride for 6 months, experiencing initial hair health but then shedding and brittle hair, with no improvement. They use minoxidil, ketoconazole, dutasteride, and vitamin D, and are questioning whether to continue treatment despite no results.

community On Minoxidil once a day/microneedling once a week

in Progress Pictures 137 upvotes 1 year ago

User started minoxidil and microneedling for hair growth and saw amazing results, but recently experienced hair thinning again. Others suggest adding finasteride, but user is hesitant and has difficulty obtaining it.

community Almost 90 days. The hair gods taketh and now giveth.

in Progress Pictures 721 upvotes 1 year ago

User "mynameisbogus" shares hair regrowth progress after 90 days using Dutasteride, oral and topical Minoxidil, RU58841, dermarolling, and Keto shampoo. Others in the conversation praise the impressive results and discuss their own experiences with hair loss treatments.

community When are we getting a cure to hair loss?

in Chat 1 year ago

Potential treatments for hair loss, including Minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841 and various upcoming pharmaceuticals, gene editing and cloning. It is suggested that a cure, if found, would be highly profitable due to the large number of people affected by hair loss globally.

community My Testosterone is less than 1/3rd In 7 Months since I took Finasteride!

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 113 upvotes 1 year ago

A user experienced a significant drop in testosterone levels after taking finasteride, leading to side effects like low libido and muscle mass loss. Despite its effectiveness for hair, the user decided to stop finasteride due to its impact on hormones, preferring to be bald.

community 15 months on finas and minox and microneedling …

in Progress Pictures 316 upvotes 1 year ago

A user's 15 month progress with finasteride and minoxidil treatments, which have produced great results. Microneedling depth and frequency were discussed in the replies.

community Kintor has announced the results for their human Phase I trials of GT20029

in Research/Science 257 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation discusses the potential of a new hair loss treatment, GT20029, which may prevent hair loss by destroying androgen receptors on the scalp. Users express hope for the treatment's success and speculate on its usage routine, effectiveness, and possible side effects.

community After ten weeks of microneedling

in Microneedling 154 upvotes 2 years ago

A 39 year old male who has been balding since 23 and is intolerant to finasteride, using microneedling with Derminator 2 once per week and minoxidil foam twice daily in an effort to increase thickness of vellus hairs on the crown and maintain hairline.

community 6 months on oral minox with no result

in Minoxidil 10 upvotes 2 years ago

A user who had taken oral minoxidil for 6 months without seeing any results and the advice given in response, which included trying microneedling in combination with topical minoxidil, as well as seeking a dermatologist's opinion.

community Watching my 23 y/o self deciding to do nothing about his thinning hair

in Satire 1033 upvotes 2 years ago

Hair loss and the various treatments available, including finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, dermarolling, RU58841, mesotherapy, Rogaine, and scalp massages. The discussion also includes regret for not starting treatment earlier and advice to start early in order to avoid further balding.

community 5 month comparison after switching to dutasteride

in Progress Pictures 60 upvotes 2 years ago

The user's progress after using dutasteride for hair loss treatment, and how minoxidil is also a helpful part of this process which can take up to one year to see full effects.

community New topical Dutasteride from Moogene will have 20 times better scalp absorption than oral Dutasteride. And much lower system absorption.

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 178 upvotes 2 years ago

A new topical Dutasteride with 20 times better scalp absorption being developed and tested for release in 2023; use of existing drugs, such as Minoxidil and finasteride; and mesotherapy as an alternative hair loss treatment.

community 2 years after using finasteride

in Update 1209 upvotes 2 years ago

A user's two-year journey of using finasteride and minoxidil to treat hair loss, with other users providing advice, tips, and encouragement.

community Father trying to save his 17 year old son from MPB

in Progress Pictures 160 upvotes 2 years ago

Father assists son with hair loss using Finasteride Propecia. Son's hair improves, considers adding Minoxidil or Dutasteride for better results.

community Extreme hair and beard growth from Stemoxydine. Big 3 + 1?

in Product 23 upvotes 3 years ago

Using a combination of Stemoxydine, minoxidil, dutasteride, and keto shampoo to achieve extreme hair and beard growth. The user has experienced positive results with terminal hairs at the hairline and an increase in density to their stubble after several weeks of use.

community 6 month hairline results (dutasteride and microneedling)

in Progress Pictures 799 upvotes 4 years ago

A user's 6 month hairline results from using dutasteride and microneedling, which resulted in successful regrowth of their thinning temples. Other users commented with similar experiences that were also achieved through the use of finasteride, dutasteride and minoxidil.

community Dutasteride 4.5 months really struggling what should I do

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 18 upvotes 6 days ago

The user has been on dutasteride for 4.5 months after switching from finasteride due to hair thinning, and is experiencing significant hair loss despite also using minoxidil and microneedling. Many responses suggest that dutasteride takes time to show results, often requiring patience for up to a year or more, and recommend not stopping finasteride abruptly to avoid shedding.