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      community My dad says this is “a mircule”

      in Is this regrowth?  512 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 31-year-old user experienced hair regrowth and no side effects after switching from finasteride to dutasteride and using minoxidil foam daily. They reported improved hair retention and shared their treatment routine, including a prescription for dutasteride and the use of minoxidil, while humorously discussing side effects and personal experiences.

      community One month experience on Fin 1mg/day

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  7 upvotes 3 years ago
      A 28-year-old started finasteride 1mg/day for hair loss, later reducing to 3 times a week. Positive effects include better gym performance, reduced social anxiety, and improved skin health, while negative effects include some erectile dysfunction and nipple sensitivity.

      community Journey against alopecia - Finasteride 3 month

      in Progress Pictures  17 upvotes 4 years ago
      A 26-year-old man from France started experiencing hair loss in September 2020 and began using finasteride in June 2021, reporting some improvement after three months without side effects. He plans to continue finasteride for a year before considering additional treatments like minoxidil or dermarolling.

      community high estrogen levels after 10month fin

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  9 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user experienced high estrogen levels after 10 months of taking 1mg oral finasteride but is happy with hair regrowth. They are considering switching to topical finasteride and are also taking DIM and Zinc supplements.

      community 3 years Fin/Om progress update

      in Progress Pictures  364 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using finasteride since late 2021 and added oral minoxidil in mid-2024, considering adding dutasteride for better results. Users discuss the effectiveness and side effects of these treatments, with some recommending ketoconazole shampoo for redness.

      community DHT and 5AR respect post, it's importance within the brain

      in Research/Science  111 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses whether to use finasteride for hair loss, considering its role in inhibiting DHT and 5AR, which can affect brain function and mood. Some users report anxiety and depression from finasteride, while others do not experience these side effects and emphasize the importance of DHT for brain and prostate health.

      community Oral fin 1mg + oral min 2.5mg 100 days

      in Is this regrowth?  104 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user experienced improved hair density and some regrowth after 100 days of using oral finasteride (1mg) and oral minoxidil (2.5mg), with plans to add microneedling and ketoconazole shampoo. Despite some initial side effects, they report no current issues and intend to continue the treatment.

      community Finasteride before/after 1,5 year

      in Progress Pictures  215 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user shared their positive experience with finasteride over 1.5 years, noting significant hair regrowth and no side effects. They also mentioned unsuccessful attempts with minoxidil and are considering a hair transplant to improve their hairline.

      community Finasteride to Dutasteride 6 months teenager 17M AMA

      in Progress Pictures  313 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 17-year-old is using oral dutasteride, finasteride, and topical minoxidil for hair loss, with plans to increase dutasteride and consider surgery. They report significant regrowth but are worried about side effects and the effects of blocking DHT at a young age.

      community Two years on fin only, great progress!

      in Progress Pictures  89 upvotes 4 months ago
      A user shared their positive experience using 1mg finasteride daily for two years to prevent further hair loss, with no side effects. They noticed gradual improvement after one year and have no plans to add other treatments like minoxidil.

      community Finastride is a god send miracle FOR ME

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  203 upvotes 3 years ago
      . This user experienced positive results from using a combination of minoxidil and finasteride, with no reported side effects after two months. Others have also shared their experiences with both short-term and long-term use of finasteride.

      community Taking only dutasteride and topical redensyl

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 27-year-old male with Norwood grade 5 hair loss is using dutasteride and a hair serum with Redensyl, Anagain, Procapil, and Capilia Longa, but is hesitant to use oral minoxidil due to past allergic reactions to topical minoxidil. He plans to try dutasteride alone for 3 months before considering adding oral minoxidil.

      community Is it a good idea to add RU58841 to finasteride? (No min)

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user has been using finasteride for a year to stop hair loss and is considering adding RU58841 instead of minoxidil to further inhibit DHT. Another user suggests adding dutasteride for better DHT inhibition, but the original user cannot access it and is considering RU58841 despite potential side effects.

      community 4.5 Months on 0,25 Finasteride only | 23M

      in Progress Pictures  37 upvotes 4 months ago
      A 23-year-old male has been using 0.25mg finasteride daily for 4.5 months to address early-stage male pattern baldness, with positive results and no significant side effects. He plans to continue with this dosage and may consider increasing it or adding minoxidil if necessary.

      community 15years fin user switching to dut

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  37 upvotes 1 month ago
      A long-term finasteride user is considering switching to dutasteride due to hair loss progression. Users share experiences with switching, noting side effects and varying effectiveness, with some experiencing shedding and others maintaining their hairline.

      community 3 months on 1MG Finasteride Only

      in Is this regrowth?  462 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced hair regrowth after 3 months of using 1mg finasteride daily, without any side effects. They avoided minoxidil due to dizziness and shared that finasteride is easily obtainable through a doctor or online services.

      community Only finasteride 1.25 for 5 months

      in Progress Pictures  1046 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about a user's hair regrowth after using only finasteride for 5 months, with some users expressing congratulations and curiosity about the lack of minoxidil use and potential side effects.

      community I’m joining the dutasteride master race.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  76 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user plans to switch from finasteride to dutasteride for better hair loss treatment, citing dutasteride's higher DHT suppression. Others share mixed experiences, discussing transition methods, shedding, and potential side effects.

      community High DHT with finasteride. Help!

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 2 years ago
      Despite using 5% minoxidil, 0.1% finasteride, and other treatments like microneedling, MK-677, and Cialis, hair loss continues with high testosterone and DHT levels. Considering oral dutasteride but concerned about further increasing testosterone levels.

      community Mental Health and Finasteride Questions

      in General  162 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 20-year-old with anxiety and depression is considering finasteride for hair loss but is worried about potential side effects. They decide to consult a doctor and consider starting with a low dose, while also exploring topical finasteride as a potentially safer option.

      community New BBC article on Finasteride just dropped

      in Chat  318 upvotes 1 year ago
      Finasteride and minoxidil are discussed as hair loss treatments, with mixed opinions on side effects like sexual dysfunction and mood changes. Some users report positive results, while others express concerns about potential risks and insufficient information.