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      community Confused on oral vs topical DHT Blockers

       4 upvotes 4 months ago
      Oral DHT blockers like finasteride are preferred for their ease of use, effectiveness, and long-term safety data, while topical treatments like RU58841 lack extensive safety data and can be more cumbersome to apply. Oral treatments are generally considered more effective and convenient despite potential side effects.

      community Topical solution recommendation

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is using finasteride 1mg every other day and seeks a topical solution excluding minoxidil. They are considering various combinations of ingredients like finasteride, dutasteride, and tofacitinib, with options for nourishing oils and other additives.

      community Update for PP405 - phase 2b underway

       122 upvotes 1 year ago
      PP405 is advancing to Phase 2b trials, showing promise from Phase 2a. It may be available in 3-6 years, with trials using a topical gel.

      community Applying topicals before bed..

       4 upvotes 4 years ago
      Applying hair loss treatments like minoxidil and finasteride, with concerns about side effects and application timing. Some users experience side effects, while others manage without issues, and there's interest in future treatments like pyrilutamide.

      community Losing ground on 3x a week finasteride

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  3 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user is experiencing hair loss despite using finasteride three times a week due to side effects and is considering alternatives like topical finasteride, estrogen blockers, or dutasteride. They are also interested in potential treatments like GT20029 and pyrilutamide.

      community Where do you guys get Topilutamide from? (if you even do)

      in Chat  5 upvotes 4 months ago
      The conversation discusses sourcing Topilutamide (fluridil) as a treatment for hair loss, with users comparing it to RU58841 and finasteride. Users share their experiences with various treatments, including testosterone, DHT gel, and Proviron, while expressing difficulty in finding Topilutamide.

      community What’s a better combo: RU + fluridil vs RU + topical spiro vs RU + alfatradiol?

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 6 months ago
      The conversation is about choosing an additional topical treatment for hair loss, with options being fluridil, topical spiro, or alfatradiol, alongside existing treatments like dutasteride, oral minoxidil, latanoprost, and RU58841. Opinions vary on the effectiveness of adding these topicals, with some suggesting RU58841 is sufficient.

      community There’s nothing better on the horizon [RANT]

       22 upvotes 1 month ago
      There is skepticism about new hair loss treatments, with the belief that current options like minoxidil, finasteride, and hair transplants are the best available. Concerns are raised about the systemic side effects of androgen-related treatments, even those marketed as topical, and doubts about the effectiveness of emerging treatments like clascoterone.

      community 2 months on topical finasteride + minoxidil + pyrilutamide

       160 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user experienced significant hair improvement using a topical mix of finasteride (0.025%), minoxidil (5%), and pyrilutamide (0.5%) without side effects. They noticed visible results within two months and attributed the success mainly to minoxidil.

      community Where do you buy your Verteporfin?

       2 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user is seeking advice on treating a chin scar with Verteporfin, noting that higher doses were more effective. Another user responds that they do not use it, without providing further explanation.

      community Potentially Positive Pyrilutamide News Coming

       6 upvotes 6 months ago
      Kintor Pharmaceutical's stock rise suggests potential positive news about Pyrilutamide, a topical anti-androgen. GT20029 may also compete with existing treatments like finasteride and dutasteride.

      community Update - December 2024 to May 2026. Topical fin/min

       973 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth using a nightly topical spray with 0.3% finasteride and 6% minoxidil, without side effects. Noticeable improvements were seen within three months, with continued progress over time.

      community is topical finasteride even legit?

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 5 years ago
      Topical finasteride is considered effective by some users, with reports of good results and fewer side effects compared to oral finasteride. Users discuss mixing crushed pills for topical use and obtaining prescriptions, though cost and insurance coverage can be issues.

      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 Does Topical Finasteride alongside Oral Finasteride provide any benefits?

       2 upvotes 6 months ago
      Using topical finasteride alongside oral finasteride likely won't provide significant benefits and may increase the risk of side effects. The "4-in-1" spray offers a higher minoxidil concentration but may not be worth switching if oral finasteride is well-tolerated.

      community Is this front of hair from minoxidil?

      in Is this regrowth?  22 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 32-year-old is questioning if minoxidil is causing hair regrowth or loss at the front of their hairline and is hesitant to use finasteride due to health concerns. Users suggest that minoxidil can regrow hair at the temples and recommend considering DHT blockers like RU58841 instead of finasteride.