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      community Duasteride and breast tissue accumulation.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user is experiencing breast tissue growth from taking dutasteride and minoxidil, and is considering reducing the dosage or stopping the medication. Suggestions include seeing an endocrinologist, using Raloxifene or Arimidex, and considering topical treatments or surgery if necessary.
      35M: Irregular Fin Use, Seeking Alternatives to Minoxidil and Fin

      community 35M: Irregular Fin Use, Seeking Alternatives to Minoxidil and Fin

      in General  57 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 35-year-old male has been using finasteride inconsistently for two years and is hesitant about using minoxidil due to potential side effects. He is considering oral minoxidil and microneedling as alternatives and is unsure if dutasteride is too strong.

      community How much better is dut compared to fin?

      in Chat  35 upvotes 11 months ago
      Dutasteride is often more effective than finasteride for blocking DHT, but results vary and some may experience side effects. Combining minoxidil with either medication can improve hair regrowth, but switching doesn't guarantee better results for everyone.

      community nice to meet you my name is Fin Diesel

      in Satire  782 upvotes 3 years ago
      A joke about someone named "Fin Diesel" living life one milligram at a time, referencing the treatments Finasteride and Minoxidil used to treat hair loss; users discussed whether the look would be better with or without hair.

      community 1 Year on Fin Vs. Dut | Be patient

      in Progress Pictures  129 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user switched from finasteride to dutasteride for stronger hair loss treatment, despite initial success with finasteride. They experienced significant shedding with dutasteride but remain hopeful for regrowth, emphasizing patience and the importance of giving treatments time to work.

      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 Ru vendor? Looking for a cheaper source

      in Product  3 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about finding a cheaper source for RU58841, with a suggestion to use Chemyo. One user suggests that RU58841 may not be necessary.

      community 9 months on Finasteride 1,25mg + HRT

      in Transgender  15 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about the results of using hormone replacement therapy (HRT) with estrogen and finasteride for hair loss, and switching from finasteride to bicalutamide as an anti-androgen treatment. The user shared before and after photos to discuss the effectiveness of these treatments.

      community My complete Army in the upcoming War against DHT & battle plans.

      in Technology  49 upvotes 5 years ago
      The conversation is about a user's comprehensive hair loss treatment plan, including finasteride, minoxidil, dermaroller, Nizoral shampoo, vitamin D, biotin, and zinc. The user describes their approach as a strategic battle against DHT, with finasteride as the main treatment.

      community Progress after 4 years of Fin?

      in Is this regrowth?  187 upvotes 8 months 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 Diffuse thinning is so brutal.

      in Styling  74 upvotes 2 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.
      8 Months on Dutasreride and Hair Loss Progressively Worse

      community 8 Months on Dutasreride and Hair Loss Progressively Worse

      in Treatments  80 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user switched from finasteride to dutasteride eight months ago due to worsening hair loss but continues to experience hair thinning and seeks advice on additional treatments. They are asking for suggestions on medications, topical therapies, lifestyle changes, or professional treatments.

      community Anyone hear of Ursolic Acid?

      in Question  3 upvotes 6 years ago
      Ursolic acid, found in apple peels, lemongrass, rosemary, and lavender, may have anti-androgen effects similar to finasteride. It might be beneficial for hair health when used with other treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841.

      community Approximately 1 month on oral dut+ oral min

      in Progress Pictures  103 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared progress pictures after one month on oral dutasteride and minoxidil, noting some improvement despite initial shedding. They previously used finasteride for a year without noticeable change and emphasized the importance of photo comparisons.

      community December 2023 -> November 2024

      in Progress Pictures  582 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced positive results in hair regrowth using 0.5mg dutasteride daily and 5% topical minoxidil, with no negative side effects except reduced chest/beard hair density. They plan to continue this routine for two years before possibly reducing the dutasteride dose.

      community Zix + Topical Fin : Blood Test Before/After, AMA and suggestions

      in Treatment  49 upvotes 5 years ago
      A user's plan to use Zix and topical finasteride (5AR inhibitors) for hair loss, followed by blood testing before/after. The user has suggested creating a fund to cover part of the cost of their blood tests. Replies to their post discuss the effectiveness of the treatments.

      community We need more people trying 2.5 mg dutasteride

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  7 upvotes 1 year ago
      Increasing the dutasteride dose to 2.5 mg may significantly reduce DHT and promote hair regrowth, with similar side effects to lower doses. Some users combine dutasteride with minoxidil and finasteride for better results, but there are concerns about long-term effectiveness and availability.