There is concern about a potential ban on finasteride and dutasteride in the EU, with users discussing the impact on hair loss treatment. Some suggest alternative treatments or express skepticism about the likelihood of a ban.
A user sharing their hair restoration results after taking finasteride for 12 months and minoxidil orally for 3 months; other users responding with questions and comments about the treatments used.
RU58841 is used topically to prevent hair loss by blocking DHT, with suggestions to drink grapefruit juice, take breaks, avoid microneedling, and use lower concentrations to reduce side effects. Users discuss applying it at night to minimize systemic absorption.
The conversation discusses the impact of finasteride on sperm, including potential side effects like decreased ejaculate volume and total sperm count. Users share experiences and concerns about fertility tests before and after starting finasteride.
The user discusses their struggle with staying consistent with hair loss treatments like minoxidil, dutasteride, tretinoin, ketoconazole, and microneedling. They are considering a hair transplant but feel they need to be consistent for another year before reassessing.