9 months on treatment Treatment 7/14/2019
A 30-year-old from Mexico shares his 9-month experience using finasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, and minoxidil for hair loss, reporting no major side effects except for hair dryness. He advises using conditioner and coconut oil to minimize hair breakage and encourages others to try these treatments while seeking help if hair loss affects mental health.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity What ketoconazole shampoo do you use?
Nizoral is commonly used for hair loss and dandruff, but it can cause dryness; users often pair it with conditioners or alternative shampoos. Some also use finasteride, minoxidil, and red light therapy for hair care.
community does anyone else feel like the standard "big 3" just makes your hair look worse before anything good actually happens?
Using the "big three" hair loss treatments (Minoxidil, Finasteride, and Ketoconazole) can initially make hair look worse, often causing dryness and a "straw" texture. Adjusting the routine with gentler shampoos and conditioners can improve hair appearance while waiting for the treatments to show results.
community What ketoconazole shampoo do you use?
Users discuss ketoconazole shampoos for hair loss, mentioning Nizoral, selsun blue, and alternatives like prescription strength options and compounded lotions to reduce dryness. Some users suggest using finasteride and minoxidil instead, questioning the cost-benefit of ketoconazole.
community Ketoconazole shampoo has worked great for me. Those looking to take preventative measures should consider it.
Ketoconazole shampoo helps reduce hair shedding and improve thickness for some, but can cause dryness or irritation. Its effectiveness compared to finasteride or minoxidil varies among users.
community 5 months topical minoxidil results
The conversation is about a user sharing their 5-month progress using topical minoxidil 5% twice daily, ketoconazole shampoo, and vitamin D supplements for hair loss, with plans to add finasteride. The user experienced initial shedding but noticed hair thickening by the fourth month, and is seeking advice for dryness caused by minoxidil.
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