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      community 9 months on topical fin/min spray

      in Progress Pictures  864 upvotes 2 years ago
      User experienced significant hair improvement after 9 months using topical fin/min spray. Noticed positive changes around 3-month mark and chose topical treatment due to fewer side effects.
      Eliminate/Confirm AGA based on blood report

      community Eliminate/Confirm AGA based on blood report

      in General  126 upvotes 10 months ago
      A 19-year-old male with no family history of androgenetic alopecia (AGA) is experiencing hair loss and considering using a topical minoxidil and finasteride mixture. Despite low vitamin D levels and normal DHT serum levels, he seeks confirmation of AGA before starting treatment.

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

      in Finasteride  70 upvotes 8 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 shampoo nizoral 1% information

      in Ketoconazole  3 upvotes 2 years ago
      User has itching, dandruff, and scalp issues, considering Nizoral 1% shampoo for treatment. Nizoral's effectiveness for hair loss is uncertain due to limited research, short contact time, and concentration differences.

      community Formula 82f and Keto?

      in Minoxidil  70 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user is using a topical treatment called Formula 82f, which contains finasteride, minoxidil, and a steroid, along with Ketoconazole shampoo for hair loss. They are considering whether to switch to oral medication for better results.

      community Been on treatment for two months.

      in Is this regrowth?  9 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user is using ketoconazole shampoo, 5% minoxidil, and microneedling for hair loss treatment. It's suggested that adding a DHT suppressant like finasteride could improve results.

      community Going to start the sulforaphane experiment

      in Treatment  17 upvotes 4 years ago
      A user shared their experience with hair loss treatments, including minoxidil and finasteride, and their negative side effects. They outlined a new treatment plan involving microneedling, various supplements, minoxidil foam, ketoconazole shampoo, and an anti-inflammatory diet, with plans to document progress over three months. Another user responded, indicating their own similar efforts were a waste of money.
      One-sided diffuse thinning - what should I do?

      community One-sided diffuse thinning - what should I do?

      in General  101 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user is experiencing one-sided diffuse thinning and has been using finasteride and liquid minoxidil for 4-5 years with minimal results. They are considering whether to save for a hair transplant or address scalp sensitivity and irritation first.

      community Sensitive to Oral fin + RU. Am I screwed?

      in Product  4 upvotes 4 years ago
      Akinfenrawr experienced negative side effects from oral finasteride and RU58841, and is seeking alternative hair loss treatments. They discuss various options, including raloxifene, oral dutasteride, liposomal finasteride, Breezula, Pyrilutamide, SM04554, and sulforaphane, but have concerns about efficacy, availability, and cost.
      Advice Needed: Considering Switch from Topical to Oral Finasteride After 2 Years (July 2023)

      community Advice Needed: Considering Switch from Topical to Oral Finasteride After 2 Years (July 2023)

      in General  83 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user is considering switching from topical to oral finasteride due to lack of progress with their current hair loss treatment, which includes topical fin/min, microneedling, Nizoral shampoo, oral minoxidil, biotin, collagen, tretinoin, and hair masks. A suggestion was made to try oral finasteride for potentially better results and to monitor progress over 6-12 months.

      community Finasteride and Ketoconazole 2%, 13 months update (Amazing results)

      in Finasteride  22 upvotes 8 years ago
      A user shared their 13-month experience using finasteride and ketoconazole 2%, reporting significant improvement in hair growth, especially in the crown and temple areas. They also mentioned occasional use of biotin, multivitamins, and zinc, but noted recent increased shedding and hair loss in unexpected areas.

      community Blood test before using Fin (Germany)

      in Update  3 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about a user sharing their blood test results and questioning if it's okay to start a hair loss treatment with finasteride. Specific treatments mentioned are Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

      community Blood work results concerning ?? Finasteride

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 23-year-old male experienced nipple sensitivity after taking 0.5 mg finasteride for 2.5 months, with blood tests showing increased testosterone and estrogen levels. He stopped finasteride temporarily and seeks advice to prevent gynecomastia.

      community formula 82D for diffuse androgenic alopecia (DUPA)

      in Is this regrowth?  16 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing diffuse androgenic alopecia and is trying various treatments, including 5mg finasteride, loniten, and Formula 82D, which contains dutasteride, a steroid, and tretinoin. They report potential regrowth with Formula 82D, despite previous treatments being ineffective.

      community Are 10% fluridil formulations effective?

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user is asking if using a 10% fluridil formulation would be effective for blocking scalp androgens in addition to their current treatment of oral dutasteride.

      community 3 months on low dose Topical Fin + Min

      in Progress Pictures  102 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using Essengen 6+ (a mix of low-dose topical finasteride and minoxidil) for three months, seeing positive results, especially on the crown area. They also use Nizoral for dandruff and dermaroll weekly.

      community Is ketoconazole very effective?

      in Ketoconazole  10 upvotes 1 year 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.