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      community How do people afford finasteride/dutasteride?

      in Treatment  27 upvotes 3 months ago
      People discuss the high cost of brand name finasteride and dutasteride, suggesting generics as cheaper alternatives. They share prices from various regions, highlighting significant cost differences.

      community Dutasteride , bloodwork and dht.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  16 upvotes 4 months 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 hight pre-finasteride estrogen levels

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user with high pre-finasteride estrogen levels is asking if they need to normalize their hormone levels before starting finasteride and whether they should postpone dermarolling until they begin finasteride. The user is 21.5 years old.

      community Bloodwork after 8 months on finasteride, is this normal?

      in Update  29 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user on finasteride for 8 months shared bloodwork results showing increased testosterone and estradiol levels, with concerns about high LH. Responses advised monitoring for symptoms but noted levels are within reference ranges.

      community Rosemary oil's potency as a dht blocker

      in Research/Science  65 upvotes 9 months ago
      Rosemary extract showed high inhibitory activity against DHT, similar to finasteride and dutasteride, but the conversation includes skepticism about its effectiveness in humans since the study was done on mice and rosemary oil is often considered ineffective based on personal experiences. Some suggest trying rosemary oil alongside other treatments, while others emphasize the difference between the extract used in the study and the oil.

      community Compounding for topical formulations?

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 10 months ago
      The post discusses the high cost of a topical hair loss treatment from Happy Head, which contains finasteride, minoxidil, retinoic acid, and hydrocortisone. The user is seeking cheaper alternatives, specifically asking if there are compounding pharmacies that can recreate the same or similar formulation.

      community It’s really unfortunate the CB-03-01 is so expensive.

       14 upvotes 6 years ago
      The conversation discusses the high cost of CB-03-01, a topical antiandrogen for hair loss, which is considered safe and remains localized upon application. It questions whether the expense is justified compared to the lower risks it poses relative to finasteride.

      community My boy Saul Goodman was on Minoxidil tabs too

      in Satire  1860 upvotes 1 month ago
      Saul Goodman was humorously depicted using high doses of minoxidil, finasteride, and spironolactone for hair loss. The conversation jokes about the unrealistic dosages and their potential side effects.

      community Pyrilutamide just launched internationally, and all you're doing is hating

      in Product 1 month ago
      The post and conversation are about the high cost and skepticism surrounding pyrilutamide as a hair loss treatment, with comparisons to minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. The original poster defends pyrilutamide's effectiveness and criticizes others for dismissing it without proper understanding.

      community What’s the highest minox % you home brewed ?

      in Minoxidil  2 upvotes 2 months ago
      A user discusses their experience with dissolving high concentrations of minoxidil in various ethanol/PG ratios and mentions difficulties with combining it with RU58841. They note that a 5% minoxidil solution remains stable, while higher concentrations tend to precipitate.

      community Dutasteride broked my liver (maybe)

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  8 upvotes 1 year ago
      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.

      community Pyrilutamide ,the molecule’s true nature

      in Research  302 upvotes 1 month ago
      Pyrilutamide is a selective AR antagonist with a high binding affinity, making it effective in competing with DHT for androgen receptors. The 1% concentration is more effective than the 0.5%, but the latter may suffice for mild hair loss; the drug is considered a good option for those avoiding 5AR blockers due to side effects.

      community topical fluridil/eucapil + dut to block all DHT+T from scalp?

      in Treatment  7 upvotes 2 years ago
      User experienced slow gains with topical fin+min, switched to topical dut+min, and considered adding Eucapil. Another user suggested DUT may be less effective topically due to high molar mass and mentioned Fluridil as a weak anti-androgen that could help.

      community Experiences with Annurmets Hair?

      in Product  6 upvotes 3 years ago
      User asks about Annurmets Hair product, high in Procyanidin B2 for hair regrowth. Product is expensive and ordered from Italy.

      community Low Level Laser Therapy(LLLT)

      in Technology  10 upvotes 3 years ago
      User discusses trying Low Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) for hair loss and its high cost. Another user shares their experience combining micro needling, minoxidil, and LLLT, seeing positive results after 2 months.

      community Started taking 2.5mg Dut about a month ago

      in Technology  17 upvotes 2 months ago
      A user started taking 2.5mg Dutasteride for hair loss, along with oral Minoxidil, and is concerned about liver impact. Other users warn about the high dosage and potential health risks.

      community Should I start Fin with these blood tests?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  16 upvotes 1 year ago
      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.