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      community 25M | 10 years of gradual hair loss | Minoxidil user | Looking for input on treatment optimization before HT

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  4 upvotes 4 months ago
      A 25-year-old male with 10 years of hair loss is using minoxidil and considering adding finasteride or dutasteride, possibly with microneedling, to improve hair regrowth before a hair transplant. Community members suggest starting a DHT blocker immediately, considering oral minoxidil, and addressing low vitamin D and HDL levels.

      community zinc + copper with finastetide/dutasteride?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 3 years ago
      Taking zinc and copper may offset copper depletion and potentially aid hair health when used with finasteride. The user is considering whether to use these supplements alongside finasteride or wait until switching to dutasteride.

      community Blood work results concerning ?? Finasteride

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 23-year-old male experienced nipple sensitivity after taking 0.5 mg finasteride for 2.5 months, with blood tests showing increased testosterone and estrogen levels. He stopped finasteride temporarily and seeks advice to prevent gynecomastia.

      community Strange results using oral finasteride and minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  1 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 47-year-old male experienced mixed results with hair loss treatments using finasteride and oral minoxidil. After reducing dosages and adding creatine, he noticed shedding, but switching back to higher doses and changing to pea protein may help regain progress.

      community Mental Health and Finasteride Questions

      in General  162 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 20-year-old with anxiety and depression is considering finasteride for hair loss but is worried about potential side effects. They decide to consult a doctor and consider starting with a low dose, while also exploring topical finasteride as a potentially safer option.

      community So I tried the natural approach and..

      in Chat  2 upvotes 9 months ago
      Natural DHT blockers caused negative side effects like weak erections and depression, while finasteride improved overall well-being and cleared acne. Users shared similar experiences, finding finasteride effective without the adverse effects of natural treatments.

      community Losing effects of topical minoxidil and 0.25mg finasteride

      in Minoxidil  42 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user is experiencing renewed hair loss despite using minoxidil and finasteride for two years and is considering options like dutasteride, increasing finasteride dosage, or starting microneedling. Respondents suggest waiting another month before making changes, consulting a dermatologist, and potentially adjusting the treatment regimen.

      community Six months 1mg oral Fin - any improvement?

      in Progress Pictures  10 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user experienced hair improvement after six months of using 1mg oral finasteride, with some side effects like reduced libido and initial mood changes. They are considering adding oral minoxidil for further regrowth.

      community New BBC article on Finasteride just dropped

      in Chat  318 upvotes 1 year ago
      Finasteride and minoxidil are discussed as hair loss treatments, with mixed opinions on side effects like sexual dysfunction and mood changes. Some users report positive results, while others express concerns about potential risks and insufficient information.

      community Topical Dutasteride usage plan + build up prevention

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  9 upvotes 4 months ago
      The conversation discusses using a 0.03% topical Dutasteride solution for hair loss, as it may be more effective than Finasteride with fewer systemic side effects. OP plans to apply it daily for 100 days, then reduce frequency, due to past negative cognitive effects from oral treatments.

      community Fin update

      in Finasteride  6 upvotes 9 years ago
      User took 1mg finasteride daily and 2% ketoconazole weekly for 5 months, seeing slight hairline regrowth and no major side effects except temporary dry eyes. They encourage others to try finasteride despite negative stories online.

      community 6 months only finasteride 1.25 mg

      in Progress Pictures  1373 upvotes 2 years ago
      After six months on 1.25 mg of finasteride, a user reports significant hair regrowth with no major shedding and uses a local brand of the medication. Some users inquire about side effects and brand differences, while others share their own experiences and concerns about hair loss treatment.

      community 28M. So happy with results so far

      in Progress Pictures  22 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      A 28-year-old male is happy with hair growth results after 7 months on finasteride, taking 0.5mg daily, with no sexual side effects but some mood issues. He considered adding minoxidil but decided to continue only with finasteride due to positive results.

      community Finasteride stopped working, I'm switching to oral Dutasteride

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  67 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user switched from Finasteride to topical Dutasteride, Pyrilutamide, and Minoxidil due to hair loss, then decided to switch to oral Dutasteride because of pregnancy concerns. They are considering the frequency of oral Dutasteride use, with suggestions of using it a few times a week for better results and fewer side effects.

      community 1 year on fin and min results

      in Progress Pictures  53 upvotes 5 years ago
      The user has been using finasteride and minoxidil since September 2019 and has seen significant hair regrowth. Their routine includes a compounded topical with minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, and retinol at night, and 1mg finasteride in the morning.

      community Dutasteride 3 and a half month update

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  51 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user's experience with hair loss treatments such as finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil, and how they are affecting their density. Replies to the post suggest different hairstyles and hair transplant options, and provide encouragement for the original poster's situation.

      community Need supplemental products in addition to oral minoxidil and oral dutasteride

      in Product  1 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user has been using oral minoxidil and dutasteride for hair loss without success and is considering adding topical 17α-estradiol, Pyrilutamide, Clascoterone, or cetirizine. They have confirmed low serum DHT levels and are exploring additional treatments due to genetic sensitivity to DHT and prostaglandin D2.

      community Cake day update! 10 months fin/min.

      in Progress Pictures  21 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user has been using 1.25mg finasteride, topical minoxidil twice daily, microneedling, biotin supplements, and ketoconazole shampoo for 10 months, noticing thicker hair and some density improvement. They are considering oral minoxidil but are cautious about potential side effects.
      Receding hairline / temples - asking for advice

      community Receding hairline / temples - asking for advice

      in General  114 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user is experiencing hair loss and has been using RU58841 but is considering pyrilutamide and minoxidil, avoiding finasteride due to side effects. Another user suggests finasteride or dutasteride as essential, possibly in topical form, while dismissing saw palmetto as ineffective.