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Minoxidil is used for hair loss and sometimes for high blood pressure, but it's outdated for the latter. For high blood pressure, it's combined with a beta blocker and diuretic to manage side effects.

A user shared their experience with high cholesterol, glucose, and potential metabolic syndrome after using Finasteride and Dutasteride for hair loss. They plan to improve their health with diet and exercise before considering medication.

The post and conversation are about the long-term side effects of using Dutasteride and Finasteride for hair loss, including issues like raised liver enzymes, high cholesterol, and loss of libido. The user advises regular blood work and careful monitoring for those using these treatments.

Topical dutasteride is suggested as a low side-effect treatment for hair loss, with a proposed dose of 0.025% 1ml/day. It is considered better than finasteride due to its even inhibition of DHT isoforms and lower systemic absorption.

A user experienced increased estradiol, nipple tenderness, and ED after taking finasteride. They are considering dose reduction to mitigate these effects.

The user switched from topical minoxidil to oral minoxidil and added RU58841 to their hair loss treatment but hasn't seen improvement after several months, causing frustration. They also mentioned using finasteride and are confused about the lack of results despite oral minoxidil's reported high success rate.

The user has been using RU58841 with minoxidil for hair loss, which helped but caused itchiness, and is considering increasing the dose and adding topical finasteride to the treatment. They are inquiring if they can mix RU58841 and finasteride into one solution with Stemoxydine or if they need separate solutions and which to apply first.

Panax Ginseng is suggested as effective against hair loss, with a recommended dose of 400-500mg/day. Users discuss its efficacy and side effects, with some noting no changes and others mentioning insomnia and other side effects.

The conversation is about starting finasteride for hair loss, with concerns about high free testosterone and potential side effects like gynecomastia. The user plans to address vitamin deficiencies before beginning the treatment.

A user shared their two-year progress using 2.5mg finasteride daily and minoxidil twice daily, recently adding topical dutasteride. Another user questioned the high finasteride dosage, noting no benefits over 1mg.

The user started taking 2.5mg minoxidil tablets daily and reduced their finasteride dose to 0.5mg due to side effects. They are considering a hair transplant but are unsure if they should proceed now or wait after seeing the effects of the reduced finasteride dosage.

A 32-year-old male started taking 0.5mg of finasteride daily for hair thinning and, after 8 weeks, experienced a 70% reduction in DHT and an increase in estradiol; he is currently in the shedding phase of treatment and questioning if the dosage is correct based on his DHT levels. He began with a lower dose due to already low normal testosterone and DHT levels.

Hair loss may be caused by calcification of capillaries in the scalp, restricting blood flow to hair follicles. A daily treatment regimen including high doses of Vitamins D and K, Magnesium, and Nattokinase could potentially decalcify these capillaries, improving blood flow and hair growth. However, some users warn against excessive Vitamin D intake and emphasize the need for medical consultation.

Hair loss treatments discussed include Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841. HMI-115, a monoclonal antibody drug, is in phase 1 and 2 trials for different conditions, but its availability on the gray market is unlikely due to high production costs.

A user is trying to reverse male pattern baldness (MPB) naturally by taking high doses of Vitamin D, improving diet, exercising, reducing stress, and other lifestyle changes, but plans to use finasteride if no results are seen in 60 days. Other users are skeptical, advising medical treatments like finasteride and warning against potential vitamin D overdose and the ineffectiveness of natural remedies for genetic hair loss.

A user experienced mild side effects from 0.5mg finasteride daily, including increased estradiol and minor gynecomastia. They are considering taking a low dose of exemestane to reduce estrogen levels.

A user shared a 3-month hair loss treatment progress using 0.5mg finasteride every other day, Naz shampoo twice weekly, and daily vitamin D and omega 3, without using minoxidil or dermarolling due to scalp sensitivity. Commenters noted the significant results from a low dose of finasteride and questioned the role of vitamins in the treatment.

Topical Dutasteride may halt hair loss and effectively treat androgenic alopecia. Combining low-dose oral Dutasteride with topical application could maximize regrowth and minimize side effects.

Finasteride can affect hormone levels, potentially causing symptoms like puffy nipples and testicular pain, and may result in elevated prolactin and high testosterone. The user is seeking interpretation of these changes after taking finasteride.

The user shared their experience with hair loss treatments, including low-dose minoxidil, finasteride, and essential oils, and expressed concerns about the cognitive side effects of finasteride. They are seeking more information on how finasteride may affect cognition and are considering whether to continue or stop the treatment.

The conversation discusses the safety, tolerability, and efficacy of oral Setipiprant tablets for treating androgenetic alopecia compared to finasteride. It mentions the high cost of Setipiprant on the black market and the trial's end date in September 2017.

A 22-year-old male has been experiencing hair thinning since 18 and was prescribed 50mg oral spironolactone for hair loss and high blood pressure, despite inquiring about finasteride. A reply suggests that spironolactone is less effective than finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss and recommends seeking a second medical opinion.

A 33-year-old user has been on finasteride for 10 years with great results and recently increased their oral minoxidil dose to 5 mg to improve hair thickness and possibly regrow hair. They are considering microneedling and a hair transplant to enhance their hairline and temples, despite already having significant improvement.

The user has been using liposomal topical finasteride since late 2022, progressively increasing the dose, but DHT serum levels remain largely unchanged. Despite using finasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, and ketoconazole, hair condition has neither improved nor worsened.

Switching from finasteride to dutasteride and back to finasteride led to gynecomastia and fatigue, likely due to hormonal imbalances. Suggested treatments include Tamoxifen, Raloxifene, or low-dose Anastrozole, with a recommendation to test testosterone and estradiol levels.

The user experienced improved hair density and thickness after using finasteride and dermarolling for 2.5 years but noticed hair loss when doing anaerobic exercise. They increased their finasteride dose and continued dermarolling but are considering not starting minoxidil due to its perceived hassle and uncertain long-term benefits.

The half-life of Dutasteride is commonly stated as around 5 weeks, but some sources suggest it is 170 hours for men aged 20–49, with further information indicating it varies from 3 days to 5 weeks depending on the dose. The user is seeking clarity on these conflicting figures.

A user applied Minoxidil foam to their face to grow a beard and experienced increased hair density and darker hair as unintended benefits, despite initially using it for diffuse thinning on the scalp. Another person suggested that the user's heart rate increase might indicate a high conversion rate of Minoxidil to its active form, similar to taking oral Minoxidil.

The conclusion of the conversation is that the user, General-Switch-5722, has been using finasteride and minoxidil for over 2 years but is still experiencing hair loss. They are considering adding a low dose of RU58841 or topical dutasteride as potential treatments. Other users in the conversation have suggested switching to dutasteride or using oral minoxidil.

A 25-year-old male with normal hormone levels is considering starting finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss but is concerned about high estradiol levels and potential side effects. Responses vary, with some suggesting blood tests before starting treatment and others emphasizing individual tolerance and the importance of consulting a doctor.