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      community Hair has only gotten worse ~10 months on minoxidil.

      in Minoxidil  1 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user experienced worsening hair loss despite using finasteride and topical minoxidil, and is considering switching to dutasteride and oral minoxidil. They also tried microneedling and tretinoin with minoxidil, and are exploring Sulfogenz topical minoxidil.

      community Dut/Minox/Needling to Dut/Oral Minox/Tretinoin/Needling

      in Minoxidil  3 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user had been using Minoxidil and Dutasteride with micro-needling but experienced hair loss after switching Minoxidil brands. Their doctor prescribed oral Minoxidil and Tretinoin, but the pharmacist suggested isotretinoin might be a more cost-effective alternative.

      community Started tretinoin, lost a bunch of new hairs - normal?

      in Progress Pictures  35 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced increased hair shedding after adding tretinoin to their regimen of finasteride, minoxidil, and dermarolling, but noticed new vellus hairs appearing. They plan to restart tretinoin more gently, as some users suggest shedding indicates treatment effectiveness, while others warn it may cause severe thinning for a minority.

      community Eucapil, Fluridil update from manufacturer

      in Treatment  5 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user is experiencing hair loss after a hair transplant and is considering using fluridil (Eucapil) and possibly alfatradiol as treatments, as they couldn't tolerate finasteride or minoxidil. The manufacturer of Eucapil confirmed they won't produce higher concentrations due to lack of efficacy.

      community 4 years on duta+minox as aggressive early shedder, my experience. AMA.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  20 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user shared their four-year experience using 0.5mg dutasteride and topical minoxidil once daily for aggressive early hair loss, maintaining their hairline and regrowing hair on the vertex. They've experienced positive social feedback and increased confidence but also deal with dry eyes from dutasteride and worry about its long-term effects and cost.

      community 5+ year users, what has your experience been on fin and dut?

      in Chat  30 upvotes 10 months ago
      Users discussed their experiences with hair loss treatments, primarily finasteride (Fin) and dutasteride (Dut), often combined with minoxidil (Min) and derma rolling. Many reported mixed results, with some seeing slowed hair loss and others experiencing side effects or minimal improvement.

      community Not sure what to do...can you suggest something

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 32-year-old man with advanced hair loss is using topical finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride but sees no results after three months. Suggestions include adding a dermastamp and waiting 12 months, with the possibility of considering a hair transplant.

      community 8 months Oral min and Dutasteride

      in Progress Pictures  62 upvotes 1 year ago
      Oral minoxidil and dutasteride are used for hair loss with mixed results. Some users report new growth, while others suggest scalp inflammation may be an issue.

      community 27/M closing in on a year of fin and min, feel like it’s only gotten worse.

      in Chat  62 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user reported no improvement in hair loss after nearly a year of using 1mg oral finasteride, topical minoxidil twice daily, and weekly microneedling. Other users suggested the possibility of DUPA or retrograde alopecia and mentioned that treatments might only slow down hair loss rather than regrow hair.

      community Dut 0.5mg ED and oral min 3mg ED 5 months progress

      in Progress Pictures  28 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user is using 0.5mg dutasteride daily and 3mg oral minoxidil daily for hair loss, but hasn't seen improvements after five months. They report miniaturization and thinning, especially at the hairline and crown, and are advised to wait at least a year for better results.

      community Drastic loss after stabilization for 5 years of DHT blockers, topical minoxidil, nizoral shampoo

      in Update  8 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 27-year-old is experiencing significant hair loss despite using a combination of 0.5mg dutasteride daily, topical minoxidil, nizoral shampoo, and vitamin D optimization, and is now starting zinc supplementation. Suggestions include considering other causes, possibly increasing dutasteride dosage, switching to oral minoxidil, or maintaining the current regimen and reassessing in six months.

      community Minoxidil shed is absolutely brutal

      in Minoxidil  166 upvotes 11 months ago
      Minoxidil and finasteride are used for hair regrowth, but initial shedding can be distressing. Consistent use is important, and many users eventually see regrowth and thickening.

      community 6 months into Dutasteride and my hair is way worse than before

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  70 upvotes 2 years ago
      After six months on Dutasteride, the user's hair is worse than before, despite previously trying finasteride and RU/Fluridil without success. Some suggest continuing Dutasteride and adding progress photos, while others share their positive experiences or advise sticking to one treatment for at least a year.

      community 1 year vs 2 years on 1mg Finasteride [29M]

      in Progress Pictures  16 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user has been on 1mg finasteride daily for two years, experiencing initial shedding and some hairline recession, with limited regrowth. Suggestions include using oral minoxidil, switching to dutasteride, or considering a hair transplant for better results.

      community Diffuse thinning is so brutal.

      in Styling  73 upvotes 3 years ago
      A 25-year-old with AGA experienced hair thinning and dandruff, stabilized with topical finasteride and minoxidil but saw minimal regrowth. They seek advice on styling and consider oral minoxidil and microneedling for denser hair.

      community PP405 - A True Breakthrough or Another Disappointment?

      in Research/Science  32 upvotes 11 months ago
      PP405 shows potential for hair growth, with 31% of advanced balding men experiencing over 20% increase in hair density in 8 weeks. However, skepticism persists due to selective data presentation and lack of long-term results, with comparisons to treatments like minoxidil and finasteride.

      community I need some guidance...

      in Research/Science 5 years ago
      A user experienced hair thinning due to traction alopecia from using Murray's Beeswax and is considering treatments like minoxidil and finasteride to reverse the damage. Another user suggests consulting a hair specialist, as the hair may not regrow if scar tissue has formed.

      community Should I switch from fin to dut? (21 y/o diffuse thinner)

      in General  134 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 21-year-old experiencing diffuse thinning is considering switching from finasteride to dutasteride after using topical and oral minoxidil and finasteride. They have seen some regrowth but are concerned about overall density loss, especially at the crown.

      community Getting hit hard by the shed….

      in Progress Pictures  88 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user is experiencing significant hair shedding after starting a treatment regimen of 1mg oral finasteride, 3mg oral minoxidil, 2.5mg biotin, and vitamins. Despite the shedding, they remain optimistic and plan to continue the treatment for a year before making any conclusions.

      community Success sttory – 22 to 27

      in Progress Pictures 5 years ago
      A user's success story of improving their hair loss with treatments that include finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, nizoral, and dermastamping; other products that have been tried with varying results; and potential side effects.