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      community Progressive insomnia (treatment-resistant) due to Finasteride

       8 upvotes 4 years ago
      A medical student experienced hair loss slowing with Finasteride but developed severe, treatment-resistant insomnia. They tried various medications with little effect, suspecting Post-Finasteride Syndrome, and others suggested the insomnia might be linked to Finasteride's impact on neurosteroids.

      community Finasteride sleep related advice

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  9 upvotes 6 months ago
      Finasteride can cause sleep disturbances, but these often improve over time. Some users experience side effects like reduced libido and brain fog, while others see hair regrowth and manage side effects by adjusting dosage or switching to topical treatments.

      community Dutasteride Mesotherapy in USA?

       5 upvotes 2 years ago
      User is seeking information on obtaining dutasteride vials for mesotherapy in the US, mentioning a closed source and lack of local clinic options.

      community Dutasteride half life - conflicting information

       9 upvotes 2 years ago
      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.

      community Is it even possible to lose ground on Dutasterid?

       15 upvotes 1 month ago
      Dutasteride can maintain or regrow hair in about 92% of users, but some still experience hair loss. Topical formulations and dosage frequency are discussed, with some users reporting side effects and switching treatments.

      community How can I get Dut without a prescription?

       7 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      A woman with advanced AGA is seeking ways to obtain Dutasteride without a prescription due to difficulties with traditional methods and concerns about birth defects, despite being celibate and on birth control. Users suggest various online sources and alternatives like topical anti-androgens, while cautioning about potential risks and side effects.

      community DUPA, Non Responders and Connective Tissue Disorders

       8 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 27-year-old male with diffuse hair loss, including the donor area, did not respond to finasteride, dutasteride, or minoxidil. He suspects his hair loss may be linked to a mild connective tissue disorder, possibly affecting the structural support of hair follicles, rather than being purely hormonal.

      community Dutasteride Immunity? DHT increasing on Dutasteride.

       5 upvotes 3 years ago
      Dutasteride did not lower DHT levels as expected for the user, despite switching from finasteride and stopping creatine. The user also started taking oral minoxidil, which might be helping with hair loss.

      community just found out dutasteride powder isn’t being absorbed properly

       4 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user is frustrated because their current dutasteride treatment isn't effective due to poor absorption, leading to hair loss progression. They consider switching to gel capsules and discuss using minoxidil and biotin alongside dutasteride.

      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 Dutasteride+Tamsulosin combination

       4 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user has been using finasteride for 3 years with good results and wants to switch to dutasteride combined with tamsulosin. They are seeking more information about tamsulosin.

      community Would this DUT work? Or just BS

       24 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      The conversation discusses the effectiveness and side effects of using Dutasteride, particularly at higher doses like 2.5mg, for hair loss treatment. Concerns are raised about potential side effects, long-term safety, and the difference between topical and oral applications.

      community Finasteride/dutasteride todo mal

       2 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user experienced persistent acne and skin issues with dutasteride, leading them to stop its use. They switched to finasteride, which caused mild acne and potential liver concerns, prompting consideration of alternative treatments like topical finasteride and GHK-Cu.

      community EU Shouldn't Ban Fin & Dut: PFS is NOT REAL.

       10 upvotes 1 year ago
      Finasteride and Dutasteride do not cause depression or "Post Finasteride Syndrome," with concerns often linked to the nocebo effect and preexisting mental health issues. The EU is unlikely to ban these drugs, but access may become more restricted due to ongoing debates.

      community Dutasteride and male fertility

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  20 upvotes 5 months ago
      Dutasteride may affect semen parameters but not significantly enough to impact fertility unless baseline fertility is already low. Finasteride and minoxidil are used for hair regrowth, with no side effects reported by one user.

      community Increased efficacy of fin/dut: with or without meal?

       6 upvotes 4 months ago
      Taking dutasteride with a meal containing fat may improve absorption, but consistency in routine is more important than timing. Minor variations in absorption won't significantly affect efficacy due to dutasteride's long half-life.

      community Is this legitimate dutasteride?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  18 upvotes 2 months ago
      Dutasteride tablets are considered legitimate and effective, though some users believe gel capsules may be more effective. The conversation discusses the legitimacy of tablets from stop99bald and the differences in bioavailability between tablet and gel forms.

      community Why was fluridil abandoned and never made past phase 2?

       5 upvotes 4 years ago
      Fluridil was abandoned due to its weak effectiveness and low binding affinity to the androgen receptor, making it less competitive against DHT and testosterone. Users discuss its limited results compared to other treatments like pyrilutamide and RU58841.