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community Progress after 4 years of Fin?

in Is this regrowth? 187 upvotes 1 year ago

The user experienced hair regrowth and thicker hair after using finasteride daily for four years and recently added topical minoxidil. They are considering derma stamping but are cautious about switching to dutasteride due to potential side effects.

community Long time users of Dut/Fin, what would you do differently if you had to start all over?

in Chat 22 upvotes 1 year ago

People shared experiences with hair loss treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, and Dutasteride. Opinions varied on effectiveness and side effects, with advice to start early and adjust dosages based on individual reactions.

community Dutasteride 1.5 years and Oral Minoxidil 1 year progress!

in Is this regrowth? 42 upvotes 1 year ago

A user switched from finasteride to dutasteride and added oral minoxidil for hair loss but saw limited improvement. They are considering increasing doses, trying RU58841, and possibly a hair transplant, while others suggest checking for vitamin deficiencies.

community Logical reason as to why people don't get results on dutasteride?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 25 upvotes 1 year ago

Many users report better results with finasteride than dutasteride for hair loss, despite studies suggesting otherwise. Some suggest that dutasteride's effectiveness may depend on the delivery method, such as using lipids for absorption.

community Why is the hype for oral minoxidil recent? It’s been around for 50 years.

in Minoxidil 76 upvotes 1 year ago

Oral minoxidil is gaining popularity due to increased awareness and convenience, despite potential side effects like cardiac issues and unwanted hair growth. Users report mixed results, with some seeing significant regrowth and others experiencing side effects or minimal improvement.

community Losing ground on dut for 1.5y daily

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 6 upvotes 1 year ago

The user has been using 0.5mg Dutasteride daily and topical Minoxidil but is experiencing worsening hair density and is considering switching to Finasteride, increasing the Dutasteride dose, or adding RU58841. They are also considering microneedling and have concerns about the effectiveness of generic Dutasteride compared to branded versions.

community Is 20 too young for Dut (or fin)?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 18 upvotes 1 year ago

A 20-year-old is considering starting dutasteride or finasteride for hair loss, with concerns about potential side effects and development. Users shared experiences with both treatments, noting that finasteride is often the first step, while dutasteride may be more effective for some, and emphasized consulting a healthcare provider.

community 23M Couldn’t go bald for fear of my Girlfriend leaving me.

in Is this regrowth? 1092 upvotes 1 year ago

A 23-year-old man uses a topical spray with minoxidil, finasteride, and tretinoin for hair loss, experiencing improved hair growth but occasional heart palpitations. He worries his girlfriend might leave him if he goes bald, but commenters advise that if she would leave over hair loss, she isn't worth it.

community Scientists May Have Accidentally Found a Way to Reverse Hair Loss Without Drugs

in Research/Science 885 upvotes 1 year ago

2-deoxy-D-ribose is being explored as a hair loss treatment but is not proven effective in humans and may be costly and inconvenient. Minoxidil remains the most effective treatment.

community Why don't people start with low-dose of dutasteride?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 25 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation discusses the use of dutasteride and finasteride for hair loss, with a focus on starting with low doses of dutasteride to match the DHT suppression of finasteride. It highlights the longer half-life and potential side effects of dutasteride, as well as the preference for finasteride due to its availability and research backing.

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