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research Dutasteride Improves Hair Growth in Patients with Male Pattern Baldness More Effectively Than Finasteride

January 2007 in “Inpharma Weekly”

Dutasteride is more effective for male pattern baldness than finasteride, and black cohosh extract BNO 1055 is as effective as conjugated estrogens in treating postmenopausal symptoms, with added benefits in reducing sweating and mental symptoms.

research Post-Finasteride Syndrome: Newly Recognized Condition

March 2016 in “Reactions Weekly”

Post-finasteride syndrome causes various symptoms in men using finasteride, with no known cure.

research Thallium Poisoning

22 citations, March 1932 in “Journal of the American Medical Association”

Thallium poisoning from contaminated tortillas caused severe symptoms and was mostly fatal or led to long-term health issues.

research Sexual, Physical, And Overall Adverse Effects In Patients Treated With 5α-Reductase Inhibitors: A Systematic Review And Meta-Analysis

2 citations, October 2021 in “Asian Journal of Andrology”

Medications for hair loss and prostate issues can significantly increase the risk of sexual side effects and other negative symptoms.

research The Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Position Statement from the European Society of Endocrinology

467 citations, October 2014 in “European Journal of Endocrinology”

The European Society of Endocrinology advises individualized long-term management for PCOS, focusing on lifestyle changes, accurate diagnosis, and treatments for associated health risks and symptoms.

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community I've been afflicted by post finasteride syndrome, what now?

in Finasteride 42 upvotes 5 years ago

A user experienced severe side effects from finasteride, including mental health issues and physical symptoms, and sought advice on managing post-finasteride syndrome. Suggestions included checking vitamin levels, considering dopamine agonists, and avoiding further psychiatric medications.

community Everyone is ignoring that plasma finasteride levels are 100x lower with topical compared to oral.

in Research/Science 127 upvotes 4 months ago

Topical finasteride results in plasma levels 100 times lower than oral finasteride, potentially reducing systemic side effects. Users report similar efficacy with fewer side effects, suggesting a preference for topical application.

community MPB since 16. 31 now, recovering from PFS, and getting back in the game.

in Treatment 6 upvotes 4 years ago

User experienced hair loss since 16, used Fin, Minox, and Nizoral with success but stopped due to side effects. Now using Pur D'or shampoo, Rogaine foam, scalp massages, volumizing spray, and dermarolling for hair maintenance.

community Why I believe PFS is not a "real" condition (and what I believe it is instead)

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 14 upvotes 1 year ago

The post argues that Post-Finasteride Syndrome (PFS) is likely not real and suggests symptoms may be due to mental health issues or the nocebo effect. The conversation includes personal experiences with finasteride, highlighting both positive and negative effects, and emphasizes consulting doctors and using reliable sources for medication.

community I am putting my hair loss treatment on hold until my mental health is better.

in Update 21 upvotes 2 months ago

OP is pausing hair loss treatments to focus on mental health due to anxiety and side effects from RU58841. They plan to try topical finasteride and minoxidil after recovering from pneumonia.

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