topical avodart

[soxfan]

I have heard the topical version of avodart is just as effective at saving hair but provides for less sides. Anyone ever use this stuff?
I buy avodart at http://medicstar.com, and have a good result.

 

[junk]

It might, but it may not. I did not see any convincing medical data to suggest Dutasteride's (Avodart) effectiveness as a topical solution. I go with tried and researched data. So I would use the systemic oral dutasteride (Avodart). I've heard the finasteride topical wasn't a big success, and I guess the topical solutions that are made by some rather unknown labs are only to fill their wallets as no real evidance supports the notion of either Finasteride or Dutasteride potency as topical solutions. I believe such data would never be available as neither Merck or Glaxo are planning on marketing these as topical solutions. Better to combine a topical solution such as spironolactone with a systemic 5-alpha-reductase blocker like Avodart.


JUNK

 

[split endz]

I'm with Junk on this one for one simple reason. From what I have read, most cases of MPB show high levels of bloodstream dht. I am not saying that surface/scalp levels of dht are not also elevated in alopecia sufferers and may contribute to the shedding. But, high levels in the bloodstream are definately a major factor in most, if not all cases of mpb. That is why there are many success stories with propecia/proscar, and now avodart. Internally taken meds that lower bloodstream dht do work. Topicals do lower scalp dht and you may get some growth from those (minox,spiro,etc), but the research I have read indicates that the hair growth from the topicals is typically tiny, weak, fuzz-type hairs. Not only that, those tiny hairs are also dependent upon continuous application of the topical solution you are using. If you stop minox, those tiny minox-dependent hairs will fall out. Similarly, with propecia or avodart, the battle is a lifelong commitment, you must continue use to keep from losing hair. However, taking a pill is much easier than applying something greasy to your hair and leaving it on for hours at a time every day. I refuse. I take avodart & use Nizoral 2% shampoo once or twice a week, thats it. If I had to do only one, it would definately be the internal med, because I know that works.

 

[soxfan]

I'm with Junk on this one for one simple reason. From what I have read, most cases of MPB show high levels of bloodstream dht. I am not saying that surface/scalp levels of dht are not also elevated in alopecia sufferers and may contribute to the shedding. But, high levels in the bloodstream are definately a major factor in most, if not all cases of mpb. That is why there are many success stories with propecia/proscar, and now avodart. Internally taken meds that lower bloodstream dht do work. Topicals do lower scalp dht and you may get some growth from those (minox,spiro,etc), but the research I have read indicates that the hair growth from the topicals is typically tiny, weak, fuzz-type hairs. Not only that, those tiny hairs are also dependent upon continuous application of the topical solution you are using. If you stop minox, those tiny minox-dependent hairs will fall out. Similarly, with propecia or avodart, the battle is a lifelong commitment, you must continue use to keep from losing hair. However, taking a pill is much easier than applying something greasy to your hair and leaving it on for hours at a time every day. I refuse. I take avodart & use Nizoral 2% shampoo once or twice a week, thats it. If I had to do only one, it would definately be the internal med, because I know that works.

That is true but avodart with a good carrier like dmso or Hair Oil would carry the avodart well into the bloodstream.

 

[Herbiv0re]

Funny you are talking about it. I was about to empty some Avidart gelcaps in Hair Oil.
I just don't know what concentration I should use. Any suggestion?

 

[soxfan]

Funny you are talking about it. I was about to empty some Avidart gelcaps in Hair Oil.
I just don't know what concentration I should use. Any suggestion?

Try 1/2 tablespoon of dmso/hair oil apply to hairline then take gel or crushed avodart tabs and massage into scalp with dmso/hair oil. This is the regimen I will be using from next week.

 

[Herbiv0re]

DMSO is not available over here, unfortunately.
Since the Avidart (spanish Avodart) are filled caps, I'll just empty them in the hair oil and see what the results are.