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Frontline, gold standard treatment for combatting androgenic alopecia
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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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a synthetic anti-androgen and weak progestogen that inhibits DHT binding to androgen receptor
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a natural and far less effective alternative to Finasteride
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research Original Research—Endocrinology: Comparison of the Steady-State Pharmacokinetics, Metabolism, and Variability of a Transdermal Testosterone Patch Versus a Transdermal Testosterone Gel in Hypogonadal Men
The testosterone patch and gel are both effective, but they have different absorption patterns and effects on hormone levels.
research A Randomized, Double-Blind, Controlled Trial of Testosterone Gel Treatment Versus Vehicle Control on the Facial Hair of Young Men with Beta-Thalassemia Major
Testosterone gel helps increase facial hair in young men with beta-thalassemia major.
research Clinical Improvements in Erectile Function and Mood in Hypogonadal Men Treated with 4.5% Nasal Testosterone Gel (Natesto)
Natesto nasal gel improves erectile function and mood in men with low testosterone within 30 days.
research Testosterone Therapy for Sexual Dysfunction in Postmenopausal Women
Testosterone therapy can help improve sexual desire and function in postmenopausal women but may cause side effects and is not FDA-approved for this use.
research Postmenopausal Virilization After Spousal Use of Topical Androgens
A woman developed male traits from accidental contact with her husband's testosterone gel.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity A Nuanced Look at Microdosing Topical Finasteride
The conversation discusses using a low dose of topical finasteride to achieve hair benefits with minimal systemic exposure. Users share experiences and opinions on dosing, systemic buildup, and side effects of both topical and oral finasteride.
community Safety of RU-58841: I talked to the Pharma Company that researched it, Human Clinical Trials, and Potential Reasons for Discontinuation
The safety and effectiveness of RU-58841 as a hair loss treatment, with some users reporting side effects like chest pains, while others had positive results. The original research on RU-58841 was likely stopped due to financial issues, not safety concerns.
community Topical Dut Compound Journal (Strut Pharmacy) - Starting next week. Need YOUR feedback!
The user, on testosterone replacement therapy, found finasteride and minoxidil ineffective for hair loss. They are trying a new topical gel with dutasteride, tretinoin, and a higher concentration of minoxidil, and plan to document the results.
community Surprise Hair Loss Breakthrough: Sugar Gel Triggers Robust Regrowth
A sugar gel containing 2-deoxy-D-ribose has shown promising hair regrowth results in mice, comparable to Minoxidil. Users are discussing the potential to buy and try this compound themselves.
community 3 months on the big 4 (liposomal gel min fin, keto shampoo and microneedling 1.5mm weekly) let me know what you think
A user's progress after 3 months of using the "big 4" hair loss treatments - liposomal gel minoxidil, finasteride, keto shampoo and microneedling; with people providing advice about their own experiences and asking for more information.