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    GlossaryCYP3A4

    enzyme that metabolizes drugs and toxins in liver

    CYP3A4 is an enzyme found in the liver and intestines that plays a crucial role in metabolizing many drugs and toxins in the body. It helps break down substances so they can be more easily eliminated, and its activity can affect how well medications work and their potential side effects.

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      Heavy duty finasteride that comes with higher risks, but scalp injections seem safe and are gaining popularity

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      community How does finasteride leave your body?

      in Chat  13 upvotes 6 months ago
      Finasteride is metabolized in the liver and excreted through urine and feces. Users humorously discuss its excretion, with one joking about it being expelled through ejaculation.

      community NootBro Recommendations… How Do We Feel

      in Research/Science  9 upvotes 4 months ago
      The conversation is about hair loss treatments, specifically a stack including topical Ashwagandha, Copper Peptide, Gotu Kola, Ketoconazole, and PDA. One user found Topical and Sub-Q GHK-CU effective.

      community Oral Minoxidil and Grapefruit Juice

      in Research/Science  96 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about the potential dangers of taking oral minoxidil and grapefruit juice together. Some users express concern about dangerous drug interactions, while others argue that grapefruit juice may inhibit the metabolism of finasteride. The conclusion is that grapefruit juice may make finasteride less effective, but it won't affect minoxidil.

      community How to BECOME a RESPONDER to Fin/Dut if you are not responding

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  308 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conclusion of this conversation is that the user "DuckSeasonCamelSeasn" found that consuming grapefruit juice prior to taking finasteride or dutasteride helped them become a responder to the medications and regain hair growth. However, there are warnings about potential risks and interactions with other medications, so caution should be exercised.