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      community Switch now or wait until later

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  4 upvotes 2 months ago
      The conversation discusses whether to switch from Finasteride to Dutasteride for hair loss treatment. Some suggest switching to Dutasteride now due to its effectiveness, while others recommend waiting to see how Finasteride performs, especially if there are no side effects.

      community Minox 3mg, Finasteride 1.2mg (6 month perfect adherence)

      in Progress Pictures  370 upvotes 2 months ago
      Significant hair improvement was achieved using 3mg Minoxidil and 1.2mg Finasteride over six months, with no side effects, leading to reconsideration of a hair transplant. A detailed skincare routine, including tretinoin and SPF, also improved skin appearance.

      community Looks like fin nuked my hair 1mg ED

      in Progress Pictures  47 upvotes 2 months ago
      Finasteride can cause initial hair shedding, which may indicate effectiveness, with improvements seen after 12-24 months. Some users enhance results by combining it with minoxidil and dermarolling.

      community Anyone had success on .5mg fin daily?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  5 upvotes 2 months ago
      Users discussed using 0.5mg finasteride daily for hair loss, with some reporting reduced hair fall and regrowth, particularly in the crown area. One user noted significant improvement after eight months of use.

      community My (26m) Progress on 0.5mg Fin and 5% Topical Min

      in Progress Pictures  75 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 26-year-old male shares his progress using 0.5mg finasteride and 5% topical minoxidil for hair loss, considering transitioning to 3mg oral minoxidil. He is also contemplating using a hair system to boost confidence while continuing treatment.

      community Topical min 4-5 months. Is this growth?

      in Is this regrowth?  9 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user is questioning if they are experiencing hair regrowth after using topical Minoxidil for 4-5 months, noting increased body hair but uncertain head hair changes. Other users suggest the appearance is due to a natural cowlick rather than balding.

      community Honestly, happy that asian derms seem to be a lot more open to prescribe fin

      in Satire  261 upvotes 2 months ago
      Asian dermatologists are more open to prescribing finasteride, while in some regions, medications like finasteride and minoxidil can be obtained without a prescription. In Europe, particularly France, there are stricter regulations requiring patients to acknowledge potential side effects, but many people find ways to obtain these treatments through various means.

      community Switching to oral minoxidil...

      in Minoxidil  3 upvotes 2 months ago
      OP plans to switch from topical to oral minoxidil due to limited results and is advised to overlap both for a few weeks before discontinuing the topical. Oral minoxidil may be more effective for non-responders to topical treatment.

      community Dutasteride (Avodart) – 5 month update

      in Is this regrowth?  44 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user reports improved crown hair regrowth after 5 months of using Dutasteride and Minoxidil, but minimal change in the front/temples. Others suggest waiting 12-18 months for full results and note that temple regrowth is typically slower.

      community Heads up for EU Fin users: Finasteride prescription has been toughened up in France

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  106 upvotes 2 months ago
      Finasteride prescriptions in France now require an annual certificate acknowledging psychiatric and sexual risks, as the European Medicines Agency recognizes these risks. The conversation discusses the potential mental health effects of Finasteride, with some users reporting side effects and others questioning the statistical significance of these findings.

      community [M24] Do you think it's working ?

      in Is this regrowth?  3 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 24-year-old male is using topical Minoxidil and Finasteride, along with microneedling, to address hair loss and is seeing some improvement, though it's early in the treatment process. The user is advised to continue the regimen for at least 12 months for a clearer assessment, with some recovery possibly due to resolving telogen effluvium from a previous caloric deficit.

      community Seeking Advice: Oral Minoxidil as Last Resort at 23?

      in Basic Questions  88 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 23-year-old male has been experiencing hair loss since age 19 and has tried topical minoxidil, oral finasteride, and topical finasteride, but experienced side effects. He is considering oral minoxidil as a last resort and seeks recommendations.

      community There’s a shrine in Japan for people worried about balding

      in Chat  22 upvotes 2 months ago
      People are discussing a shrine in Kyoto, Japan, dedicated to hair, where rituals are performed to protect against balding. The conversation humorously suggests visiting the shrine if treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 aren't effective.

      community One for the long term OG’s fin

      in Update  8 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user has been using finasteride and minoxidil for nearly three years, maintaining and possibly regrowing hair despite noticing shedding and miniaturized hairs. They are considering adding another treatment due to concerns about ongoing hair loss.

      community Inconsistency, shed or loss after 3 years

      in Update  1 upvotes 2 months ago
      A user experienced hair thinning after inconsistent use of finasteride and minoxidil while living abroad. They are now considering switching to dutasteride, which some believe is more effective, though others caution it may not work better for everyone.

      community Topical Finasteride and Minoxidil Progress : 4 month update

      in Progress Pictures  16 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user experienced thicker hair and less hair loss after using topical finasteride (0.5%) and minoxidil (5%) foam for four months, with minimal side effects compared to oral finasteride. They also use a derma needler and injectable testosterone, noting no increased hair loss despite higher testosterone levels.

      community I knew this would happen eventually🤦🏻‍♂️

      in Satire  152 upvotes 2 months ago
      A user accidentally ingested minoxidil instead of melatonin, leading to a humorous discussion about similar mix-ups and the effects of minoxidil. The user now stores the bottles separately to avoid future mistakes.

      community Will restarting minoxidil have the same shedding phase as the first time?

      in Minoxidil  5 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user stopped using minoxidil due to scalp issues and switched to finasteride, noticing thicker hair initially but experiencing hair loss again. They are considering restarting minoxidil but are concerned about the shedding phase, especially with upcoming vacation plans and a potential second hair transplant.

      community 22M 10 months on finasteride and minoxidil

      in Is this regrowth?  8 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 22-year-old has been using finasteride and minoxidil for 10 months and is considering switching to dutasteride due to ongoing hair loss. Users suggest continuing the current treatment for another 8 months and reducing scalp inflammation, noting visible improvements.

      community 4 months on oral fin and topical min

      in Is this regrowth?  16 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user has been using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil for 4 months and is questioning if there's regrowth. Responses suggest that diffuse thinning takes longer to show results, but there is some progress noted.

      community Question about clascoterone acne cream

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 2 months ago
      Clascoterone cream can be used on the scalp, but it may not be effective due to its dosage. AR antagonists like clascoterone are generally less effective than 5AR inhibitors for hair loss.

      community Have to stop min after 3 years, diagnosed with heart murmur

      in Minoxidil  5 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user must stop minoxidil due to a heart murmur and is considering alternatives like nanoxidil or stemoxydine while continuing dutasteride. Suggestions include adding pyrilutamide and alfatradiol or switching to topical minoxidil at a lower concentration.

      community Finasteride + Minoxidil 6-Week Update

      in Is this regrowth?  90 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 40-year-old man experiencing male pattern baldness reports noticeable hair regrowth after 6 weeks of using finasteride 1 mg daily, topical minoxidil 5% twice a day, and ketoconazole shampoo twice a week. He has not experienced any side effects and plans to continue monitoring his progress.