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      community Opinion on the recent clascoterone breakthrough?

      in Treatment  3 upvotes 8 months ago
      Clascoterone has shown promising results in increasing hair density without systemic side effects, potentially offering benefits similar to finasteride. There is skepticism due to the lack of published photos despite the market interest.

      community How analogous are pumpkin seeds to fin/dut?

      9 months ago
      Eating pumpkin seeds is unlikely to cause significant hormonal changes or side effects like decreased libido or erectile dysfunction. Pumpkin seeds are not an effective substitute for finasteride or dutasteride in treating hair loss.

      community Dutasteride vs Finasteride and Steroid

      in Progress Pictures  87 upvotes 11 months ago
      Dutasteride is preferred over finasteride for hair loss due to fewer side effects. Combining dutasteride with minoxidil and RU58841 is effective for hair regrowth, even during steroid use.

      community RU-58841 without finassteride?

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      RU58841 is used without finasteride by some due to side effects, with mixed results. Users report combining RU58841 with minoxidil and adjusting finasteride doses to manage hair loss.

      community Spironolactone and pregnancy planning

      in Female  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user with AGA uses topical spironolactone 2% due to side effects from the oral form and is concerned about its use during conception and breastfeeding. They seek alternatives to prevent AGA relapse while planning pregnancy and after childbirth.

      community stopping RU58841 while using Oral min+dut

      in Chat  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is considering stopping RU58841 due to inconvenience and potential side effects, while continuing with oral minoxidil and dutasteride. Another user shared their experience of stopping RU58841 without significant hair shedding while on dutasteride and minoxidil.

      community Pyrilutamide bulk powder purchasing

      in Product  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      Pyrilutamide is being used effectively for hair loss with no side effects, and the user is seeking a cheaper bulk supplier. Users discuss the difficulty of finding affordable, trustworthy sources, with some suggesting potential suppliers.

      community Being Safe on Oral Minoxidil: tl;dr on the literature.

       51 upvotes 1 year ago
      Oral minoxidil is effective for hair loss but can cause cardiovascular side effects, such as pericardial effusion, especially in those with genetic predispositions. Starting with low doses and monitoring cardiovascular health are advised to reduce risks.

      community 6 months progress after minoxidil/finasteride stopped working

      in Progress Pictures  19 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 24-year-old with male pattern baldness experienced side effects from oral finasteride and switched to a topical minoxidil/finasteride combination, later incorporating daily shampooing and scalp brushing to manage hair loss and dandruff. After initial shedding, the regimen led to reduced hair loss and new hair growth, with the user now using a densita mf combination (5% minoxidil/0.1% finasteride + redensyl) nightly.

      community Melatonin options for Europe??? *Retrograde Alopecia*

       3 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user is considering using melatonin for hair recovery on the side and neck area but is unsure about the best options in Europe and whether a dietary supplement form can be applied to the scalp. They found a product but are hesitant and seeking opinions on its use for alopecia.

      community Information regarding Follicusan DP?

       3 upvotes 2 years ago
      Follicusan DP is discussed as a potential alternative to Minoxidil without side effects, but information is scarce. It is noted to be of German origin and details on its mechanism are limited.

      community What's the deal with Spectral.DNC-N/'nanoxidil'?

       4 upvotes 3 years ago
      Nanoxidil is considered to have better absorption and fewer side effects than minoxidil, with added DHT blockers. The user is questioning if switching to the more expensive Spectral.DNC-N is worthwhile compared to cheaper options like Kirkland minoxidil.

      community Finasteride 5 months update

       8 upvotes 9 years ago
      The user started finasteride 5 months ago and experienced some side effects but noticed some hair improvement. They are using finasteride, zinc, biotin, multivitamins, and sometimes keto, but are hesitant to add minoxidil.

      community Topical melatonin shows some promise.

       4 upvotes 10 years ago
      Topical melatonin shows promise for increasing hair density with minimal side effects. The user is transitioning from oral finasteride to a compounded minoxidil and finasteride solution and considering melatonin and bimatoprost as additional treatments.

      community Finasteride users: have DIM supplements worked for you?

       4 upvotes 1 week ago
      A user started finasteride and is experiencing fatigue and nipple tenderness. They are considering DIM supplements to manage elevated estrogen levels, and another user suggests these side effects may resolve in a month.

      community 1.2 mg fin/3 mg min + 4 month update. How we lookin?

       30 upvotes 1 week ago
      The user reported using 1.2 mg finasteride and 3 mg minoxidil, experiencing initial shedding and increased hair growth on knuckles, arms, and forehead. They did not notice any significant side effects.

      community High estrogen on finasteride, thoughts?

       37 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      A 29-year-old male has been using finasteride for hair regrowth but is experiencing side effects like low libido and emotional changes, possibly due to high estrogen levels. Suggestions include weight loss, consulting an endocrinologist, switching to topical treatments, or trying dutasteride.

      community Dut once a week? Has anyone tried this?

       6 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      Using Dutasteride once a week may have similar effects to daily Finasteride with potentially fewer side effects. Users report varying experiences, with some noticing improved hair and fewer side effects compared to Finasteride.

      community Success with low dose topicals?

       8 upvotes 1 month ago
      The conversation discusses switching from oral dutasteride to low-dose topical treatments due to side effects, with users sharing experiences using topical finasteride and dutasteride. The focus is on balancing hair regrowth with minimizing side effects like reduced libido and mood changes.