Thoughts about propecia topical solution

[German92]

I am planning on getting some hair surgery in September to deal with the hair loss that has increased since I started testosterone and quit propecia.

Had the surgery done once already in 2004. Dr. in Atlanta who did the surgery had me taking topical medicine containing Propecia. Not the pill. A topical medicine in a solution applied to scalp.

When I called Dr today about the surgery they said that may not make sense to get the surgery if I'm not willing to use Propecia topical, because the hair will keep falling out as a result of the testosterone supplementation unless I block the DHT at the follicle

They say that they have not seen the patient side effects with the topical version. And that they don't think it gets into the bloodstream

Question for you is, do you think it would be a problem to try the Propecia topical again In view of my concerns about ED issues (Which have been much improved lately through T cyp and HCG)?

Thanks for any insight you can give me on the hair issue b

 

[Gene Devine]

The drug Finasteride is evil in my opinion no matter how you administer it.

Lowering or shutting down DHT is dangerous and the side effects simply not worth it.

I will get Keith Willis to tell you his story here...it's not a good one.

And yes, transdermal applications still get into the blood stream.

Dr. Crisler on Finasteride: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7DEdskgOWVI

And this: https://www.excelmale.com/forum/thr...ar-can-deplete-your-testosterone-and-cause-ED

 

[Nelson Vergel]

German

Topical Propecia may also get in your blood stream and cause the same side effects as oral Propecia ( sexual dysfunction, ED, etc)

I think you should read this post before making a decision:

Options for Hair Loss Beyond Propecia

 

[Jasen Bruce]

There are other topical options available which can be effective and do not contain finasteride. Many compounding pharmacies carry various formulas. Here is an article which lists some of these ingredients
http://defymedical.com/resources/health-articles/176-hair-loss-causes-and-treatment

Just like everyone stated, stay away from any form of finasteride. See if your Dr will write for any of these formulas. If not, Dr Crisler or Dr Saya will be able to assist

 

[indydaddy]

I have taken finesteride orally daily for over 20 years and never had a problem with ED, libido or difficulty reaching an orgasm. I still have a full head of hair with a horrible family history of male-pattern baldness. A certain percentage of men have always had problems with ED and IMO all this recent uproar that finesteride is the culprit has been caused by attorneys wanting to make money by filing lawsuits. I will continue to take finesteride without any fear.

 

[Nelson Vergel]

Although this has not been proven with DHT blockers, some men may have different polymorphisms that may make them protected or susceptible to these compounds. All I can say is that I have met many more men with side effects from Propecia than men like you.

 

[Gene Devine]

I agree Nelson and this is not about ambulance chasing attorneys as Post Finasteride Syndrome is well documented.

Here's an organization dedicated to helping men who have been devistated by this drug: http://www.pfsfoundation.org/

 

[Dr. John Crisler]

There are other topical options available which can be effective and do not contain finasteride. Many compounding pharmacies carry various formulas. Here is an article which lists some of these ingredients
http://defymedical.com/resources/health-articles/176-hair-loss-causes-and-treatment

Just like everyone stated, stay away from any form of finasteride. See if your Dr will write for any of these formulas. If not, Dr Crisler or Dr Saya will be able to assist

That is a very good article, Jasen.

Have you had any success masking the aroma of spironolactone in topical administeration.

 

[Nelson Vergel]

Efficacy of Topical Combination of 0.25% Finasteride and 3% Minoxidil Versus 3% Minoxidil Solution in Female Pattern Hair Loss: