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      community Confused on oral vs topical DHT Blockers

       4 upvotes 4 months ago
      Oral DHT blockers like finasteride are preferred for their ease of use, effectiveness, and long-term safety data, while topical treatments like RU58841 lack extensive safety data and can be more cumbersome to apply. Oral treatments are generally considered more effective and convenient despite potential side effects.

      community Are these safe levels to start taking Finasteride (M, 25)?

       8 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation discusses concerns about starting finasteride with low testosterone levels, with one person suggesting finasteride might increase testosterone and decrease DHT, and another advising to pay attention to thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) levels.

      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 Androgen degraders for hair loss

       61 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses androgen receptor degraders for hair loss, highlighting their potential advantages over traditional AR blockers like RU58841 and pyrilutamide. Concerns about the safety and cost of these treatments are also mentioned.

      community Finasteride induced acne!? ANY suggestions pls! Zinc?

       11 upvotes 3 years ago
      Finasteride may cause acne for some users, possibly due to increased testosterone or estrogen levels. Zinc, gluconic acid, and B5 cream are suggested treatments for managing this acne.

      community My Estradiol Level on Finasteride

       18 upvotes 1 year ago
      Finasteride has no effect on the user's estradiol levels, and body fat may influence aromatization. The user is on testosterone replacement therapy and uses everyday injections to manage high RBC count, with plans to measure DHT, DHEA-S, and pregnenolone levels.

      community Anyone tried switching from RU to Pyrilutamide (KX-826)

       7 upvotes 8 months ago
      The conversation discusses switching from RU58841 to pyrilutamide for hair loss treatment, with users generally recommending staying on RU58841 if it is effective. RU58841 is sourced from GeneTherica, which ships worldwide.

      community EMA is re-examining Winlevi (clascoterone at lower concentration)

       8 upvotes 1 year ago
      Clascoterone in Winlevi, a topical AR antagonist, is being re-examined due to concerns about HPA axis suppression in adolescents, but it's unlikely to be banned for adult use in androgenetic alopecia (AGA). The European Medicines Agency recommended refusing Winlevi for acne vulgaris, but this may not affect Breezula's approval for AGA.

      community Has anyone try mixing spironolactone with minoxidil?

       4 upvotes 4 years ago
      Mixing spironolactone with minoxidil for hair loss is questioned, but concerns are raised about spironolactone's side effects, especially for men. RU58841 is suggested as a better alternative for topical use.

      community Pyrilutamide or RU or cb-03-01?

      in Minoxidil  2 upvotes 9 months ago
      The conversation discusses using Minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, and pyrilutamide for hair loss treatment. The user is considering adding a topical treatment and has not experienced side effects from current treatments.

      community Update from December's Pyrilutamide GB?

       13 upvotes 4 years ago
      Participants discussed hair loss treatments, specifically Pyrilutamide, with some experiencing side effects like heart palpitations and anxiety. There is uncertainty about the drug's effectiveness, and a new group buy is planned with a different lab due to concerns about purity.

      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 Haunting study is making me considering cycling fin/dut

      in Research/Science  158 upvotes 1 year ago
      Concerns about the long-term effects of dutasteride and finasteride on fertility, with discussions on cycling these medications to mitigate risks. The conversation highlights skepticism about study methodologies and the importance of weighing treatment risks against potential fertility issues.

      community I waited long enough. Shedding since September. Starting RU58841

      in Treatment  11 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair shedding after long-term use of finasteride and dutasteride and is now considering trying RU58841 as a last resort. They have checked health factors and suspect stress and poor sleep may contribute to the shedding, but they are determined to try RU58841 to see if it helps with androgenetic alopecia.

      community Regression report from 2017 to 2025

       121 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user stopped finasteride for family planning but plans to restart it and is considering dutasteride. Users discuss the safety of finasteride during family planning, with some sharing experiences of having healthy children while on the medication.

      community Finasteride 1mg, splitting into 0.5mg

       2 upvotes 9 months ago
      The conversation is about managing side effects of finasteride for hair loss, with users discussing splitting 1mg pills into 0.5mg doses to reduce fatigue and other side effects. Some users experienced initial side effects like fatigue and heart palpitations, which improved over time or with dose adjustments.

      community Libido on Finasteride

       4 upvotes 11 years ago
      The conversation discusses the effects of finasteride on libido, with the original poster experiencing a significant decrease in sexual desire after starting the medication. Other users share similar experiences and suggest potential remedies, including Vitamin E supplementation and lifestyle changes like avoiding pornography.

      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 Honestly, happy that asian derms seem to be a lot more open to prescribe fin

      in Satire  261 upvotes 5 months ago
      Asian dermatologists are more open to prescribing finasteride, while in some regions, medications like finasteride and minoxidil can be obtained without a prescription. In Europe, particularly France, there are stricter regulations requiring patients to acknowledge potential side effects, but many people find ways to obtain these treatments through various means.

      community Has anyone stabilized their hair loss on fin and then switched to RU?

       4 upvotes 6 months ago
      The conversation discusses switching from oral finasteride to topical RU58841 for hair loss, with concerns about hormonal effects and libido. Some users suggest alternatives like dutasteride, while others share mixed experiences with RU58841's effectiveness.

      community Finasteride has started affecting me; please help.

       47 upvotes 5 days 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 Will you try clascosterone when it gets released?

      in Treatment  14 upvotes 7 months ago
      People are interested in trying clascosterone (Breezula) for hair loss, especially those who are too young for finasteride. Some users express concerns about the cost and prescription requirements, while others discuss alternatives like RU58841.

      community 2 years on fin - switching to dut and treating SD

       44 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user plans to switch from finasteride to dutasteride for hair loss and is treating seborrheic dermatitis with Nizoral and Stanhome Balance shampoos. They are considering trying Vichy Psolution shampoo and Ciclopirox, and are dealing with challenges due to Vietnam's humidity.

      community Extreme caution: my experience using Ru58841 only once

      in Treatment  10 upvotes 1 year ago
      An 18-year-old experienced severe side effects, including heart palpitations and high blood pressure, after using RU58841 once, leading to a referral to cardiology for suspected left ventricular hypertrophy. The user regrets using RU58841 and seeks advice on recovery, while others suggest preexisting conditions or genetic predispositions may be factors.

      community Has the failure to take Finasteride while you had the chance encouraged anyone to take preemptive measures against anything else that might happen?

       29 upvotes 1 week ago
      The conversation discusses regret over delaying finasteride use for hair loss and emphasizes the importance of early preventive measures for health issues, including using sunscreen, taking vitamins, and considering medications like statins. Participants share experiences with finasteride, sunscreen, and other health practices to prevent aging and health problems.