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      community 29M. 1mg Fin & 5% Min Daily. Seeking advice to strengthen Protocol!

       4 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      A 29-year-old male is using 1mg Finasteride daily and 5% topical Minoxidil twice a day for hair loss and seeks advice to enhance his regimen. Suggestions include microneedling, checking for vitamin deficiencies, using keto shampoo, maintaining a healthy diet, and considering oral Minoxidil.

      community Progress (none) with only 5% minoxidil in 1,5 years.

       62 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      Minoxidil alone is insufficient for hair regrowth; a DHT blocker like finasteride or dutasteride is recommended. The user is considering shaving their head due to lack of progress with minoxidil.

      community Experience with oral minoxidil/cautionary tale

       37 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      Oral minoxidil can cause severe side effects, including cardiac issues like shortness of breath and fluid retention, leading some users to stop its use. Many prefer topical minoxidil due to fewer systemic side effects, and there is anticipation for new formulations to minimize risks.

      community I hate the shedding (finasteride)

       6 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      The conversation is about dealing with hair shedding while using finasteride, with some users also using minoxidil. Many suggest that shedding indicates the treatment is working and advise continuing the medication despite the temporary hair loss.

      community M33 (oral ) fin, min and dermastamp

       49 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      The user is considering switching from finasteride to dutasteride for hair loss treatment, while currently using oral minoxidil and dermastamping. Other users suggest continuing the current regimen or adding topical dutasteride, with some recommending dietary changes and topical melatonin.

      community Dutasteride - Eyebrow Thinning

       40 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      Dutasteride may cause eyebrow thinning, with some users considering minoxidil to counteract this effect. Users report varying experiences with hair regrowth and side effects from treatments like minoxidil and finasteride.

      community Diffuse thinning from the top and side of the head

       4 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      The user has diffuse hair thinning and has been using finasteride, dutasteride, oral minoxidil, and ketoconazole. Despite maintaining hair, they haven't seen significant regrowth and are supplementing vitamin D and iron due to previous deficiencies.

      community Anybody knows how to get cheap finasteride?

       6 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      Finasteride is expensive in Germany, but users suggest buying 5mg tablets to cut into smaller doses for cost savings. Prices vary by country, with cheaper options available in the Netherlands, France, and Thailand.

      community 9-month progress on 1mg Fin & 2.5mg Min. Should I up to 5mg Min?

       24 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      The user is considering increasing their Minoxidil dose from 2.5mg to 5mg after 9 months of using 1mg Finasteride and 2.5mg Minoxidil, but others suggest staying consistent with the current regimen due to good progress and potential side effects. Some users recommend microneedling for additional benefits.

      community Dutasteride 2.5mg and oral min 5mg

       10 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      The conversation is about using Dutasteride 2.5mg and Minoxidil 5mg to address hair thinning and receding after two years on finasteride. Another user shares their regimen, including Ketoconazole, Dutasteride, Finasteride, Oral Minoxidil, topical treatments, and microneedling, attributing hair loss to stress and poor sleep.

      community Diffuse thinning help: noticing rapid texture change and hair fall.

       15 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      The user is experiencing hair thinning and increased hair fall after switching from finasteride to dutasteride and increasing their oral minoxidil dose. The consensus is that these changes likely caused shedding, and advice varies on whether to continue both medications or just dutasteride.

      community Derm wants to start with oral min only?

       6 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      A 36-year-old male experiencing hair loss was advised by a dermatologist to start with oral minoxidil and add finasteride if needed, but he received feedback suggesting starting with both treatments or just finasteride due to his testosterone replacement therapy. He decided to consult a different provider and successfully got both medications prescribed by his primary care doctor.

      community Just got into redocumenting my regrowth. Early hype.

       41 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      The user is experiencing hair regrowth after resuming a comprehensive hair loss treatment regimen, including oral Dutasteride, oral Minoxidil, topical RU58841, topical Dutasteride, subcutaneous GHK-CU, occasional tretinoin, and microneedling. They are optimistic about their progress and plan to share before-and-after photos once more regrowth is visible.

      community How to make Topical finasteride at home?

       4 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      A user seeks guidance on converting 1 mg finasteride tablets into a 0.075% topical solution. They request detailed steps and necessary materials for the process.

      community Not happy with results. Thinking about 2nd transplant

       16 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      The user is unhappy with the results of a hair transplant and medication (dutasteride and oral minoxidil) after 18 months, considering a second transplant. Others suggest waiting longer, trying a different doctor, or growing hair longer, while noting the importance of careful graft use due to limited donor supply.

      community What was your blood DHT level before vs after starting Finasteride?

       4 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      The conversation discusses the effects of Finasteride on blood DHT levels, with users sharing their experiences and dosage details. OP reports a 50% reduction in DHT levels after using topical Finasteride with Minoxidil, while others share varying results and side effects.

      community Feeling so much worse with Dutasteride

       9 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      The user experienced negative side effects such as low libido and decreased strength after switching from finasteride to dutasteride for hair loss treatment. They plan to reduce dutasteride intake and may switch back to finasteride if no improvement occurs.

      community 16days kx826 + minoxidil in parallel (irregular)

       6 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      The user has been using minoxidil irregularly and recently added KX826 to their regimen, considering switching to oral minoxidil due to hair loss and thyroid issues. They are hesitant about finasteride due to potential side effects but are exploring other anti-DHT solutions.

      community What I’ve learned From 8 Months on Pyrilutamide

       11 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      Pyrilutamide helps maintain hair density but is less effective than finasteride and needs consistent use. It works best with minoxidil, alfatrodial, and nizoral, though it is costly and inconvenient.

      community I have hair on my shoulders but not on my crown; f*ck you DHT!

       234 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      The user has been using Minoxidil and finasteride for over a year without seeing improvement and has recently started microneedling. Suggestions include switching to dutasteride, trying oral Minoxidil, or adding tretinoin to the routine.

      community SMP session with Laurentiu Bradea — flawless results

      in SMP  23 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      The user had a positive experience with scalp micropigmentation (SMP) performed by Laurentiu Bradea, praising the reasonable price and flawless results. They appreciated the consultation and found Laurentiu to be personable and not pushy.

      community Where to get Dutastaride in Germany?

       4 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      A user in Germany is seeking a quick way to obtain Dutasteride (0.5 mg) for hair loss. Suggestions include using the Teleclinic app for prescriptions and ordering online from specific pharmacies.

      community I took 4mg dutasteride by mistake

       332 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      The user accidentally took 4mg of dutasteride instead of sleeping pills, causing dizziness and headaches. Their dermatologist advised stopping dutasteride for a week before resuming.

      community The Winter stack has commenced

       84 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      The conversation discusses the use of Dutasteride for hair loss, with the user noting its affordability in Ireland compared to Finasteride and Minoxidil. Users also discuss price variations across different countries and the side effects of these treatments.