DHT gel is a topical dihydrotestosterone preparation used by some men on TRT to address low libido, weak erections, or signs of low androgenic tone despite normal testosterone levels. Because DHT does not aromatize to estradiol, it offers a different signaling profile than testosterone and is often discussed as a targeted add-on rather than a replacement. Threads in this tag cover real-world dosing (typically applied to the scrotum), compounding sources, effects on hair, prostate, and sexual function, and what to expect on follow-up labs.
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Hoping a few of you can share your insight here, in particular those who have experience with exogenous DHT.
In your experience, what has been your most optimal T/DHT ratio for erections and libido?
I’m on 150mg/week Test E (split MWF), and have been experimenting with using DHT gel to alter...
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Hello all. Im dealing with PFS symptoms from the use of finasteride. I went on TRT cream for symptom relief, but did not get much DHT related symptom relief. Looking to add DHT gel to my protocol.
Anybody experienced benefits in regards to PFS symptoms with the use of DHT gel?
Please advise...
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It seems that the time for easily obtainable raw DHT powder is over, at least for Americans. There are a few DHT creams/gels with varying reputations, AlphaGels seeminglybeing the most well received. One source for pharmaceutical Andractim 2.5% DHT cream can be found on Vigorous Steve's source...
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For men out there like myself who struggle with easily crashing their E2 on an AI (even with microdoses), yet still experience high E2 symptoms (itchy, sensitive nips, bloating etc) can topical DHT be used to replace an AI?
I’ve found that using topical DHT eliminates any E2 sides that...
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If anyone has been following the other threads regarding DHT cream and Test Prop, you will know the discussion of libido has been mentioned. I recently ordered some test prop and have been using it the past few days. I have also dialed in my DHT cream home brew to a very nice end product. I do...
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Hi,
Does anyone here have experience with 10% DHT gel from AlphaGels Compounding? I was recommended this source from a few of the board members of a well known bodybuilding forum.
I haven’t had any luck accessing this from my endo so have had to go online since it’s not readily available...
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Hi,
Firstly to introduce myself I’m 34 years old and have been on TRT now for 1 year at a dosage of 100mg Test E twice weekly. Feeling overall good during this time however my libido and erectile function could be better.
Recent bloodwork shows my DHT levels to be slightly below midrange even...
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Hi fellas,
I am interested to know if there are any guys adding DHT gel to their testosterone injection protocols to increase DHT levels to then improve libido. I know there are several guys who add transdermal testosterone gels to up DHT but I have never heard anyone adding DHT gel.
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Can someone explain to me why no one in the US makes or supplies a DHT (dihydrotestosterone) gel or cream? If you have high testosterone and low DHT, the most obvious therapy for that is DHT gel. In Europe they give you synthetic analogs of DHT. In the US, there does not appear to be any...
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Elevated DHT has not been associated with increased risk of prostate disease (e.g., cancer or benign hyperplasia) nor does it appear to have any systemic effects on cardiovascular disease safety parameters (including increased risk of polycythemia) beyond those commonly observed with available T...
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Successful Percutaneous Dihydrotestosterone Treatment of Gynecomastia Occurring during Highly Active Antiretroviral Therapy: Four Cases and a Review of the Literature
Abstract
Fourteen cases of gynecomastia occurring during highly active antiretroviral therapy (HAART) have been reported in...
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Sartorius GA, Ly LP, Handelsman DJ.
Male Sexual Function Can Be Maintained Without Aromatization: Randomized Placebo-Controlled Trial of Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) in Healthy, Older Men for 24 Months. The Journal of Sexual Medicine...