Finastride 1 mg Only, 5 months in Is this regrowth? 7/31/2026
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6 / 1000+ resultscommunity 2 years fin only 1mg/daily + 4 months of gradually introducing Dut 0.5mg/daily
A user experienced significant hair regrowth using finasteride 1 mg daily for two years and gradually introduced dutasteride 0.5 mg daily over four months. They reported no side effects and plan to switch fully to dutasteride due to its cost-effectiveness and potential effectiveness.
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The user has been using 1mg of finasteride daily for 5 months, noticing hair regrowth and thickening without significant side effects. They have not used minoxidil and plan to continue with finasteride before considering additional treatments.
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The user has been using 1mg of finasteride for 3.5 months and is questioning if there is hair regrowth. Others suggest it's too early to see significant results and recommend continuing the treatment, with some suggesting adding oral minoxidil for better results.
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A user started taking finasteride 1mg/day for hair loss but hasn't seen results yet. They also take vitamins and asked about adding minoxidil and the effectiveness of LLLT.
community 14 months - 1mg fin & 5% topical minoxidil results
Significant hair regrowth was achieved using 1mg finasteride and 5% topical minoxidil over 14 months, with only initial shedding and mild scalp irritation as side effects. Consistency and early treatment are recommended for optimal results.
community 34M: Into month 5 of Finasteride 1mg, experienced shed, and now well below baseline - need some advice/reassurance
A 34-year-old male is experiencing significant hair shedding after five months on Finasteride, seeking advice and reassurance. Users suggest patience, as shedding can vary, and recommend continuing treatment, possibly adding ketoconazole shampoo, and considering lifestyle optimization.
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