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      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 KX-826 0.5% BID ~2 months monotherapy(?) results

       8 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user reported positive results using KX-826 0.5% twice daily for hair loss, noting progress in the temple area with no systemic side effects. They avoided finasteride and minoxidil due to concerns about side effects and inconvenience, respectively, and used ketoconazole shampoo for seborrheic dermatitis.

      community Finasteride has started affecting me; please help.

       47 upvotes 1 week ago
      The user experienced side effects like loss of libido and watery semen after starting finasteride for hair loss. Suggestions included adjusting the dosage, switching to topical treatments, or stopping the medication to see if side effects subside.

      community Similar 5ar inhibitors to fin?

      5 years ago
      Natural vitamins like pumpkin seed oil, saw palmetto, and ecklonia cava are discussed for their potential to lower DHT levels. They may work similarly to finasteride but are significantly weaker.

      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 Bloodwork: what to test for?

       6 upvotes 6 years ago
      The user has been taking oral Finasteride and topical Essengen 6 Plus for hair loss and is experiencing increased depression. They plan to get bloodwork to check hormone levels and are seeking advice on which tests to include.

      community These are my blood tests and im on fin 0.625mg MWF

       1 upvotes 10 months ago
      A user is concerned about low testosterone while using finasteride 0.625mg MWF and considers ashwagandha for stress. Others suggest exercise, magnesium, and not worrying about testosterone levels if no significant side effects are felt.

      community Antihistamines interaction with Finasteride.

       2 upvotes 4 years ago
      Stopping antihistamines may resolve neurological side effects when using finasteride. Users experienced muscle aches, headaches, and lethargy when combining the two.

      community Anyone on meds on TRT or gear??

      in Research/Science  3 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses the use of TRT, dutasteride, minoxidil, and potentially RU58841 for hair loss. Concerns about the risk of developing Cutis verticis gyrata with minoxidil and TRT are raised.

      community Running Gear- Preemptive Treatment

      in Product 11 months ago
      A 51-year-old on TRT plans to use steroids and is concerned about hair loss, considering topical treatments like Hair Rescue with RU58841 and finasteride, along with Nioxin shampoo. They are cautious about using oral DHT blockers due to potential interactions with steroids like Tren and Anavar.

      community I cannot sleep anymore, what should I do

       7 upvotes 1 year ago
      Finasteride may cause sleep disturbances, with some users experiencing insomnia. Reducing the dosage, switching brands, or trying Dutasteride might help.

      community Finasteride and hormonal tests

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride 8 months ago
      A user has been taking finasteride 1mg for 10 years without side effects but is concerned about high estradiol levels affecting weight loss. Another user suggests using estradiol blockers under medical supervision to manage the levels.

      community Female 37/F - On Meds, but no progress. Add PRP?

       4 upvotes 3 years ago
      A 37-year-old woman with androgenetic alopecia is using spironolactone, oral and topical minoxidil, and considering PRP therapy due to lack of progress. She is unable to obtain finasteride, dutasteride, or bicalutamide and is exploring other options like Clascoterone and RU58841.

      community Testicular Ache

       3 upvotes 7 years ago
      The user has been taking 0.5 mg of finasteride daily for two months and is experiencing testicular ache, which they believe might be related to the medication. They plan to continue the treatment for a few more months despite the discomfort, hoping the side effects will subside.

      community Why is nobody talking about topical Spironolactone?

      in Chat  12 upvotes 5 months ago
      Topical spironolactone is discussed as a hair loss treatment, with concerns about its effectiveness and side effects compared to finasteride and minoxidil. Users mention its unpleasant smell, potential systemic absorption, and suggest alternatives like pyrilutamide and alfatradiol.

      community ashwagandha while taking finasteride

       6 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user is considering taking ashwagandha while on finasteride to manage side effects, noting it reduces stress but may cause hair thinning. They are unsure if the thinning is due to ashwagandha or normal shedding from finasteride.

      community 19 months Topical Min/Fin - 7 months HRT

       1072 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth and fullness after starting hormone replacement therapy (HRT) with sublingual estrogen and spironolactone, in addition to using a topical solution of minoxidil, finasteride, ketoconazole, and biotin. They noted initial shedding phases but emphasized that shedding is a sign of future growth.

      community Prices for Finasteride in Switzerland are crazy

       31 upvotes 1 month ago
      Finasteride is expensive in Switzerland, prompting users to suggest buying 5mg tablets and splitting them to save money. Some recommend purchasing from other countries like Germany or Turkey for cheaper options.

      community Topical Dutasteride (Switching from Oral) Proven results

       23 upvotes 5 years ago
      Switching from oral to topical dutasteride may reduce side effects like anxiety and depression while maintaining hair health. Combining it with minoxidil, Nizoral, and dermarolling could be effective for hair preservation.

      community 6 months finasteride and 5 months dutasteride

      in Progress Pictures  19 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 22-year-old switched from finasteride to dutasteride for hair loss treatment, also using RU58841, and is managing hypothyroidism. Despite ongoing shedding, they report some improvement and plan to continue dutasteride for a year before considering minoxidil.

      community I’m an outlier, very sensitive to Saw Palmetto/Fin

       4 upvotes 5 years ago
      The user experienced sensitivity and side effects from finasteride and Saw Palmetto, leading to swollen and sensitive breasts, and decided to stop finasteride after two weeks. They are now trying Saw Palmetto, Biotin, and Ashwagandha, while others in the conversation discuss their own experiences with hair loss treatments like minoxidil and finasteride.