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community 3 Months on Finasteride with Side Effects - Should I Switch to Dutasteride?

in Finasteride 109 upvotes 7 months ago

The user has been using finasteride for three months without improvement and is considering switching to dutasteride due to ongoing hair shedding and side effects. They are also inconsistently using minoxidil.

community 28M. Whats my Norwood? And what treatments would you recommend at my stage?

in General 33 upvotes 7 months ago

The user is likely at Norwood 4 and is advised to use oral finasteride and topical minoxidil, with the option of a hair transplant after two years for a better hairline. Finasteride and minoxidil are considered sufficient to maintain and slightly improve current hair.

community 20M with Crown Thinning: Minoxidil/Finasteride Shedding Concerns

in General 110 upvotes 8 months ago

A 20-year-old experiencing crown thinning is using a topical minoxidil/finasteride treatment and is concerned about shedding. Shedding is common and temporary, lasting weeks to months, and it's advised to continue the treatment as results can take up to a year.

community 20M: Switching Minoxidil 5%/Finasteride 0.1% from Twice to Once Daily?

in Minoxidil 55 upvotes 8 months ago

A 20-year-old is considering switching from applying a Minoxidil 5%/Finasteride 0.1% solution twice daily to once daily due to cost and convenience. It is suggested that applying once a day before sleep should still be effective if done consistently.

community Hair Thinning Since Moving to Canada – Seeking Advice on Regrowth

in General 39 upvotes 9 months ago

Hair thinning can be addressed with minoxidil for growth and finasteride to reduce DHT. Managing stress may also help with temporary hair loss.

community Post-Hair Transplant: Should I Use Finasteride, Minoxidil, or Other Treatments?

in General 27 upvotes 9 months ago

After a hair transplant, using finasteride and minoxidil is common to support graft survival and prevent future hair loss. Dermastamping can enhance effectiveness, while saw palmetto may offer weak DHT blocking benefits.

community Considering Switching from 0.25% Topical Finasteride to Oral After 8 Months

in Finasteride 70 upvotes 9 months ago

The user has been using 0.25% topical finasteride for eight months with slight improvement and is considering switching to oral finasteride for convenience and potentially better results. Increasing the topical concentration to 0.33% or 0.5% is also an option, but oral finasteride may have more systemic side effects.

community Do I need Finasteride?

in General 58 upvotes 11 months ago

A 30-year-old is experiencing hair thinning and is considering using finasteride to stop hair loss and possibly thicken existing thin hairs. They are unsure of their Norwood scale stage and seek advice on whether finasteride is suitable for their situation.

community What NW am I? Im guessing NW 1.5?

in General 57 upvotes 11 months ago

The conversation is about a user assessing their hair loss as Norwood 1.5 and discussing their use of oral minoxidil and finasteride for 2.5 years, which improved their hair density. They are content with their current progress but hope to reach Norwood 1.

community Will Finasteride ruin my perfect hairline?

in General 72 upvotes 11 months ago

Finasteride typically helps maintain the existing hairline and taking 0.5mg MWF is considered effective. Hair transplants remain an option if further treatment is needed.

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