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      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 Serioxyl / Stemoxydine no longer available

       4 upvotes 3 years ago
      Stemoxydine is no longer available on Amazon in the US, and users discuss alternatives for making topical finasteride. OP cannot use minoxidil due to side effects and seeks other solutions.

      community About to throw in towel. I just don't know anymore

      in Treatment  9 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing severe side effects from finasteride, including sleep issues, depression, and gynecomastia, and is considering stopping the medication. They are exploring other treatments like RU58841 and dutasteride but are hesitant due to potential side effects.

      community Kintor long term safety phase 3

      in Research/Science  66 upvotes 1 year ago
      Kintor's phase III trial for pyri (KX-826) showed promising safety and efficacy results, with no drug-related sexual dysfunction reported. Users discussed their experiences with pyri, Minoxidil, Dutasteride, and concerns about the validity of the study results.

      community 10 months 0.5 dut and 2.5mg. Progress update.

       17 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      The user is concerned about worsening hair quality after switching from finasteride to dutasteride and minoxidil, considering returning to finasteride. Others suggest the hair looks similar or improved, attributing differences to lighting and advising patience with the current treatment.

      community concentration of my finasteride therapy

       4 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses a topical finasteride therapy with hydrocortisone butyrate, estrone base, and breviline. A user suggests oral finasteride as a superior option.

      community I quit Oral Finasterise over a year ago and here's what I've found

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  52 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user quit oral finasteride over a year ago, experienced improvements in brain fog and erectile dysfunction after quitting smoking and porn, and plans to try dutasteride. Another user shared their experience with finasteride, mentioning panic attacks and anxiety, and managed symptoms through lifestyle changes like meditation and exercise.

      community Intermittent Finasteride dosing for reduction of side effects?

       6 upvotes 7 years ago
      Intermittent finasteride dosing, like taking it every third day, may reduce side effects while still lowering DHT levels. Users report side effects such as brain fog and weaker erections, which often subside after stopping the drug.

      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 Clascoterone is the way to go if you cannot use DHT blockers

       11 upvotes 4 months ago
      Clascoterone is suggested as an alternative for those who experience side effects from finasteride and dutasteride. It is not widely available yet, but some users are obtaining it from compounding pharmacies or suppliers like Echemi.

      community Accrochez vous à votre traitement !

       5 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user resumed taking 5mg oral minoxidil and 0.5mg dutasteride daily, with vitamins, and noticed hair regrowth. They switched from finasteride to dutasteride due to side effects and prefer oral minoxidil over topical for convenience and effectiveness.

      community Potentially Positive Pyrilutamide News Coming

       6 upvotes 6 months ago
      Kintor Pharmaceutical's stock rise suggests potential positive news about Pyrilutamide, a topical anti-androgen. GT20029 may also compete with existing treatments like finasteride and dutasteride.

      community Mixing tretinoin/finasteride with minoxidil?

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      Combining finasteride with minoxidil and tretinoin is discussed, with concerns about potential overdose. It is suggested that high doses of finasteride do not provide additional benefits beyond 1 mg.

      community Vertoporfin research update by Dr Bloxham

       71 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses the potential of verteporfin in treating hair loss, with some users reporting positive results and speculating that it could lead to a cure for baldness. Others are skeptical, and there's a debate on the effectiveness of verteporfin for regrowing hair and reducing transplant scars.

      community Zero Progress on dutasteride :(

       60 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user is frustrated with minimal hair regrowth after using dutasteride, oral minoxidil, and previously finasteride and topical minoxidil. Despite feeling discouraged, others suggest continuing treatment as progress can be slow and subtle, with some users noting visible improvement.

      community What should I expect from dutasteride?

       2 upvotes 5 years ago
      The user tried Minoxidil, PRP, Hair Carboxytherapy, and topical Dutasteride with limited success and is now on oral Dutasteride. They are experiencing some hair loss reduction but no significant density improvement, leading to feelings of depression.

      community Dutasteride only might be the best ROI

       188 upvotes 6 months ago
      Switching from finasteride to dutasteride can improve hair regrowth with fewer side effects for some users. Concerns about shedding, lack of improvement, and the long-term safety of oral minoxidil remain.

      community Solution vehicle used by compounding pharmacy

      in Research/Science  1 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user is using 0.1% dutasteride, 1% minoxidil with 2% procapil and 0.005% caffeine in the morning, and 1% minoxidil with 2% procapil and 0.01% tretinoin at night. They are concerned about the solution vehicle's effectiveness in preventing systemic absorption and ensuring the products stay around the hair follicles.

      community 7.5 months and fin, time for dut?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  12 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user has been using 1mg finasteride, 2% ketoconazole shampoo, vitamins, and growth shampoo for 7.5 months to treat hair loss and is considering switching to 0.5 mg dutasteride due to slight recession and persistent symptoms. Another user commented that the user's temples appear to have improved, especially in the latest photo.

      community Dr. Bloxham Verteporfin Update #5

       80 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. It also mentions an update on Dr. Bloxham's Verteporfin treatment.

      community Dr. Bloxham Final verteporfin update

       61 upvotes 1 year ago
      Verteporfin is being explored for its potential to improve hair transplant outcomes by reducing scarring and increasing donor hair follicles. There is skepticism about the results, with some claiming misleading presentation of evidence.

      community Possibilities without Fin/Dut ?

       5 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user experiences severe side effects from finasteride and dutasteride, including low libido and anxiety, and is currently using oral minoxidil despite shortness of breath. They are seeking alternative treatments for hair loss, having tried pyrilutamide, fluridil, and RU58841 with no success, and are considering future treatments or a hair transplant.

      community Clascoterone/ Breezula will it work

      5 months ago
      Breezula's effectiveness is uncertain, with some users skeptical about its potential and others noting its recent availability on the grey market. A user reported success with a stack of Dutasteride (oral), Minoxidil (topical), and RU58841 (topical), achieving significant hair improvement after 18 months.

      community Thank you.

       23 upvotes 9 years ago
      Finasteride helped users feel better about hair loss, with some experiencing positive changes in confidence and reduced anxiety. Despite initial concerns, users reported satisfaction with the treatment over several months.