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      an estrogen promoting hair regrowth more commonly used in women

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      a synthetic estrogen used topically as an anti-androgen

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      a synthetic anti-androgen and weak progestogen that inhibits DHT binding to androgen receptor

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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 18 months Dut - Shed after shed without any gains

      in Update  115 upvotes 5 days ago
      Dutasteride caused persistent hair shedding and no improvement for 18 months, leading to a switch back to finasteride. The user also uses oral minoxidil and plans to focus on better scalp health.

      community Hair Remedies that Don't Work for Anybody Seeking Hair Regrowth

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 4 years ago
      Hair loss treatments discussed include minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. Salon products and supplements generally don't work for hair regrowth unless there's a severe nutritional deficiency, while hormonal treatments like estrogen and spironolactone can be effective.

      community Well… I Did It. Estrogen Saved My Hairline

      in Transgender  740 upvotes 9 months ago
      OP transitioned and used Spironolactone, Estradiol Valerate, Minoxidil, and dermarolling, resulting in significant hair regrowth. They advise this method may not be suitable for cis men.

      community EU Shouldn't Ban Fin & Dut: PFS is NOT REAL.

      in Research/Science  12 upvotes 7 months ago
      Finasteride and Dutasteride do not cause depression or "Post Finasteride Syndrome," with concerns often linked to the nocebo effect and preexisting mental health issues. The EU is unlikely to ban these drugs, but access may become more restricted due to ongoing debates.

      community Please stop looking for a natural way to stop your hairloss

      in Chat  247 upvotes 3 years ago
      There is no natural way to stop hair loss; pharmaceuticals like minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 are the only effective treatments. Some users report success with minoxidil and microneedling, while others discuss the side effects of finasteride.