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Cyproterone acetate is effective for acne but less so for hirsutism and alopecia, with some side effects and quick menstrual cycle recovery after treatment.
The conversation discusses using cyproterone temporarily to reverse hair loss, followed by finasteride to maintain regrowth. Concerns about cyproterone's side effects, such as lowering testosterone and potential health risks, are raised, with alternatives like spironolactone suggested for androgen-related issues.
Cyproterone Acetate stopped hair loss and led to regrowth on the temples for a transgender individual, which is considered a good sign. Unlike Minoxidil and Finasteride, which can cause initial shedding, Cyproterone did not cause shedding.
The conversation discusses the use of 12.5mg cyproterone every other day for hair loss. There's a concern about reducing testosterone potentially increasing DHT and negatively affecting hair.
A user is seeking advice on the efficacy and side effects of homemade topical solutions for hair loss, specifically bicalutamide, estradiol, cyproterone acetate, and spironolactone, as they cannot access RU58841 or pyrilutamide.
The conversation discusses treating male pattern baldness in a transgender woman using cyproterone acetate, finasteride, and biotin. The original poster shared their experience for others who might be in a similar situation.