How to tell if finasteride is working for you Finasteride/Dutasteride 1/1/2025
Finasteride's effectiveness can be gauged by reduced hair shedding, but some users report it losing efficacy over time. Other treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and QR678, with mixed results.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity I’m considering stopping finasteride
The user is considering stopping finasteride due to depression, anxiety, and difficulty building muscle, despite its effectiveness in stopping hair loss. Suggestions include reducing the dose, switching to topical solutions, or consulting a doctor for alternatives like dutasteride or RU58841.
community 21 yo m on Finasteride/minoxidil/ketoconazole shampoo 4.5 month update: starting to notice some solid results! Temples are starting to fill in and my overall density is improving. Comments/suggestions on my protocol? I’d love to hear what you guys think.
This conversation is about a 21-year old male's success with using finasteride, minoxidil and ketoconazole shampoo to regrow his hair. He increased the finasteride dosage from 1mg 3x per week to 1 mg daily for maximum results. People in the thread commended him on his progress.
community 4 years of minoxidil 5% + finasteride(1.25mg) + 1 year of nizoral 2% ketoconazle shampoo. Felt hopeless at times but gotta push through and be consistent!
The user experienced significant hair regrowth using minoxidil 5%, finasteride 1.25mg, and nizoral 2% ketoconazole shampoo, with the best results appearing after two years. Consistency in treatment was emphasized, and the user plans to continue using minoxidil.
community 21 y/o male Fin/min/ketoconazole 3.5 month before and after… 1 mg 3x per week, just recently upped to 1 mg daily. Minoxidil application once before bed and keto shampoo couple times a week. zero sides. Regrowth?
A 21 year old male who has been taking finasteride, minoxidil and ketoconazole for 3.5 months with minimal side effects and successful hair regrowth. Genetics also seem to play a role in the user's hair loss.
community 4.5 months on Finasteride 1mg a day, topical Minoxidil 5% twice a day, and ketoconazole shampoo 1% every time I shower.
The user is using finasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo for hair loss and stopped derma stamping to prepare for a future hair transplant. They are considering adding tretinoin to their treatment.
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