The user discusses using Minoxidil for hair loss and is considering RU58841 to reduce excessive oil production. They seek advice on RU58841's effectiveness in blocking sebumproduction.
The conversation discusses using scalp antiandrogens like RU58841, pyrilutamide, or fluridil on the face to reduce sebumproduction, noting that clascoterone (winlevi) is an approved facial antiandrogen with underwhelming reviews.
The user experienced a slight decrease in hair shedding and scalp itch, and reduced sebumproduction using Pyrilutamide, but stopped due to chest pain, breathing difficulties, and heart issues. They felt normal a week after discontinuing and doubted FDA approval for the drug.
User experienced hair loss after weight loss and started using finasteride 1mg and a multivitamin called HAIRGRO. They noticed increased oily skin and sebumproduction and are unsure if they should continue the multivitamin.
The conversation discusses skepticism around claims that dutasteride worsens hair loss, with some users suggesting misinformation or panic during shedding as reasons for such claims. One user shared their negative experience with dutasteride, including increased sebumproduction and hair loss, and is now considering a higher dose of oral minoxidil after stopping dutasteride.