Potential side effects of 5AR inhibitors like finasteride and dutasteride. Users debate risks, benefits, and personal experiences with these hairloss treatments.
A 21-year-old male managed to control his hairloss using Nizoral, RU58841, and finasteride, but experienced increased scalp itchiness after starting creatine, which subsided upon stopping creatine. Users shared mixed experiences on whether creatine affects hairloss, with some reporting negative effects and others seeing no change or defending its benefits.
A user expressed disappointment that their hairloss worsened after 11 months using topical finasteride with TrichoSol, despite no side effects and initial signs of improvement. They asked for advice and opinions on their treatment and alternatives, with suggestions including switching to oral finasteride or dutasteride, starting minoxidil, and addressing their seborrheic dermatitis with different shampoos or medical advice.
A hairloss regime consisting of finasteride, minoxidil and microneedling that was started 4 months ago with minimal side effects reported. The user also uses Nizoral once a week.
Hairloss treatments, specifically the use of finasteride, microneedling and potentially oral minoxidil. People discussed their experiences with finasteride, its effects on sexual behaviors, as well as potential solutions such as tadalafil or using other growth factor signal peptides for hope in curing male pattern baldness.
Finasteride can continue to improve hairloss for up to 10 years, with the best results seen when started early. Combining treatments like minoxidil, dermarolling, or RU58841 may enhance effectiveness.
The user is experiencing significant hairloss despite using treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, micro-needling, rosemary oil, and various vitamins. In the conversation, others suggest checking iron and hemoglobin levels, maintaining a positive attitude, and adding RU58841 to the treatment regimen.
User shared personal hairloss treatment results using 0.5mg Fin daily, Min foam once a day, and Keto Shampoo twice a week. Significant improvement was observed, with others impressed and asking questions about the treatment.
The post discusses a user's experience with hairloss treatments, specifically topical finasteride, minoxidil, and micro-needling, and their plan to switch to oral versions and add Dutasteride. The conversation includes various responses, with some users sharing their own experiences and side effects, and others expressing desire for a more permanent hairloss solution.
The user is using minoxidil and recently started fluridil for mild hairloss and is questioning if this treatment is sufficient without finasteride. They have finasteride available but prefer not to use it.
The conversation discusses using crushed finasteride tablets mixed with topical minoxidil for hairloss treatment. Users share their experiences and opinions on the effectiveness and proper concentration of this method.
User shared 15-month progress using Oral Dutasteride and Sublingual Minoxidil for hairloss. Treatment improved hair density, now considering hair transplant with fewer grafts.
The post and conversation are about the user's high testosterone levels and their worsening hairloss despite trying various treatments. They are considering using low doses of anti-androgens to lower their testosterone levels as a potential solution.
The post and conversation are about the high cost and skepticism surrounding pyrilutamide as a hairloss treatment, with comparisons to minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. The original poster defends pyrilutamide's effectiveness and criticizes others for dismissing it without proper understanding.
The effects of Finasteride, a drug used to treat hairloss, prostate problems and other conditions. The post by iaskedadoctor describes the conversations they had with a Urologist about the effects of the drug on DHT levels throughout the body, how lower doses are beneficial in reducing side effects, how erectile dysfunction can be psychological as well as physiological, how morning erections are not necessarily important, and how persistent side effects appear to be rare. People also shared their experiences with taking Finasteride for hairloss, including potential side effects such as reduced ejaculate force and development of man boobs.
The phase 3 trial results for Pyrilutamide showed no significant difference from the control treatment in increasing hair count, leading to the company halting its development. Users discussed their disappointment and skepticism about hairloss treatments, with some mentioning other treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841.
The user has seen positive results after 16 months of using topical Finasteride/Minoxidil, microneedling weekly, and Tretinoin for hairloss. There are no reported side effects, and the user advises that the effectiveness of microneedling depends on the pressure applied.
A 26-year-old man embraced baldness, gaining confidence and personal growth, and encourages self-acceptance. Others discussed hairloss treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride, but he did not use them.
A user experienced increased hair shedding and unchanged DHT levels after taking 0.25mg of finasteride for 47 days, leading them to increase the dose to 0.5mg. Others discussed varying experiences with finasteride, minoxidil, and the importance of measuring scalp DHT.
The user "BigBashMan" shared their progress pictures of hair regrowth after using a regimen of finasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, and Nizoral shampoo for about a year. They are happy with the results and attribute the microneedling as a potential factor for regrowth. Another user commented that they may see complete scalp coverage in another year.
A user is frustrated about early balding despite older male relatives retaining hair into old age. Another user plans to start finasteride soon to address their hair thinning.
An 18-year-old male's successful hair regrowth after three months of using finasteride 1mg daily. He reported no side effects and other users expressed admiration and curiosity about his results.
Evidence-based treatments for androgenic alopecia, such as minoxidil, finasteride, low-level laser light therapy, dutasteride, platelet-rich plasma, and topical ketoconazole. It discusses the efficacy, safety, and mechanism of action of these treatments, as well as future developments in understanding this polygenic condition.
A 28-year-old male diagnosed with Male Pattern Baldness is using finasteride 1mg and asking if it's sufficient without minoxidil, PRP, or multivitamins. The advice given is to continue with finasteride and assess results after a year before considering additional treatments.
Oral minoxidil may improve hair growth, reduce arterial stiffness, and prevent other health issues. Some users believe it is an effective treatment despite concerns about its effects on skin and blood.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth after 2.5 years of using Minoxidil 5% and hormone replacement therapy (HRT) with Lupron, despite initial scalp irritation. Finasteride was ineffective for them.
A user shared their experience with a Long Hair DHI Hair Transplant, receiving 2,750 grafts. They plan to continue using Dutasteride and Topical Minoxidil post-surgery.
A user sharing the results of their hair transplant surgery after two years, with some commenters noting that it looks unnatural and others praising the result. Several users suggest specific treatments such as Toppik, Minoxidil, Finasteride and RU58841 to improve the look.