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      community Three Months Finasteride & Minoxidil

      in Treatment  71 upvotes 6 months ago
      A 28-year-old is using 1mg oral finasteride, 2.5mg oral minoxidil daily, and keto shampoo weekly for hair loss. They report thicker, healthier hair, especially at the crown, with most progress in the last month after initial shedding.

      community Lab results from actifolic RU58841

      in Product  39 upvotes 2 years ago
      The post discusses the user's experience with hair loss treatment RU58841, which was tested for quality and found to be 96+% pure. The conversation includes various responses, with some users questioning the safety of the product and others expressing satisfaction with the test results.

      community Crazy question about sex sides

      in General  50 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses using hormones like pregnenolone and tongkat ali to counteract sexual side effects from hair loss medications such as finasteride, dutasteride, ketoconazole, and minoxidil. The user stopped the other medications but continues using minoxidil while seeking advice on maintaining libido.

      community 75 days on Oral Min & Oral Fin Retrograde Alopecia

      in Progress Pictures  66 upvotes 3 months ago
      A user shared their 75-day progress using oral minoxidil, finasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, and dermastamping for retrograde alopecia, reporting significant improvement and increased body hair without side effects. They also discussed quitting smoking and the potential correlation between early beard growth and male pattern baldness.

      community Topical minoxidil and salicylic acid

      in Minoxidil  4 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user has been using finasteride for 6 months with decent results and recently added topical minoxidil. They are concerned that salicylic acid in their skincare products might reduce minoxidil's effectiveness.

      community Dermatologist recommends Evening-Primrose Oil

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 6 years ago
      A dermatologist recommended Evening-Primrose Oil, Biotin, Zinc, Vitamin D, and K to block DHT and address hair loss. The user is considering these alternatives to prescription drugs like finasteride.

      community On fin 1mg and minoxidil foam for 3 months

      in Progress Pictures  134 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth using 1mg finasteride daily and Bosley minoxidil foam once a week, along with a derma roller and Hims shampoo and conditioner. They noted a decrease in sex drive as a side effect of finasteride.

      community 1 year finasteride results on crown

      in Progress Pictures  55 upvotes 2 years ago
      The post discusses a user's one-year experience using finasteride 1mg daily for hair loss, including initial irregular use, continued shedding of weak hair, acne in the thinning area treated with fusidic acid, and weekly use of Ketoconazole. A reply suggests adding Minoxidil for potentially full hair recovery.

      community Ulo 0.005% finasteride, 4 month update; no results

      in Progress Pictures  5 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user applied 0.005% topical finasteride, minoxidil, tretinoin, caffeine, and ketoconazole shampoo for four months but saw no hair regrowth. Some users suggested increasing the finasteride dose or trying alternative treatments like clascoterone, pyrilutamide, or RU58841.

      community Is Ketoconazole a big factor in preventing hairloss?

      in Ketoconazole  41 upvotes 1 year ago
      Ketoconazole shampoo may help with scalp health and inflammation but is not a substitute for DHT blockers like finasteride. It is generally considered a minor addition to hair loss treatment, with varying opinions on its effectiveness.

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

      in Satire  261 upvotes 3 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 Considering Switching from 0.25% Topical Finasteride to Oral After 8 Months

      in Finasteride  70 upvotes 1 year 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 8 Months of Crown Recovery on Treatment

      in Progress Pictures  46 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user shared progress pictures showing crown recovery after 8 months of using 1mg finasteride, 2mg minoxidil, and 2% ketoconazole shampoo. They noted significant hair texture changes and are hopeful for temple recovery.

      community My nuclear protocol (scary but very effective)

      in Treatment  82 upvotes 4 years ago
      A hair loss treatment protocol involving topical and oral medications such as Minoxidil, RU58841, Finasteride, Dutasteride, Melatonin, Zinc, Vitamin B6, NAC, Caffeine, Biotin, Ginseng, and Semen; other treatments including Microneedling, Laser Helmet, Nizoral shampoo, Scalp Massage and supplements like Vitamin C, Vitamin D, Fish Oil, and Biotin; and the potential side effects of using this protocol.

      community I might have found hair transplant bug guys

      in Transplants  5 upvotes 9 years ago
      Using finasteride before a hair transplant can prevent further hair loss and make the transplant look more natural. Patients should continue using finasteride until hair cloning becomes available.

      community Is this the best current Stack that doesnt involve FIN/DUT?

      in Treatment  7 upvotes 1 year ago
      The post and conversation are about a hair loss treatment stack without finasteride or dutasteride. The suggested treatments include Alfatradiol, Koshine826, Ketoconazole lotion, Minoxidil, microneedling, Tretinoin, and Stemoxydine.

      community 4 months progress at oral fin and oral minoxidil

      in Treatment  25 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user reported progress in hair growth after 4 months using 0.5 mg finasteride and 2.5 mg minoxidil daily, and is considering adding RU58841 to block DHT on the scalp. They experienced side effects like reduced libido and mild erectile dysfunction, and take supplements like zinc, iron, fish oil, vitamin D, magnesium, and vitamin E.

      community My boyfriend’s scalp has white spots all over.

      in Shaved/buzzed  81 upvotes 11 months ago
      White spots on a bald scalp, likely tinea versicolor, can be treated with ketoconazole or selenium sulfide shampoos like Selsun Blue. Consulting a dermatologist is recommended for proper diagnosis and treatment.

      community 42M 5 months (topical fin, oral min)

      in Progress Pictures  36 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 42-year-old man is using topical finasteride, oral minoxidil, microneedling, ketoconazole shampoo, and various oils for hair loss treatment and is happy with the improvements after 5 months. He experienced mild side effects from finasteride, including temporary testicular pain and changes in libido, but no side effects from minoxidil.

      community Is ketoconazole very effective?

      in Ketoconazole  10 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user is considering using ketoconazole shampoo for hair loss and is seeking feedback on its effectiveness. They are asking for before and after photos or success stories.