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      community Why is everyone not directly advised Dutasteride?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  169 upvotes 1 year ago
      Dutasteride is less commonly prescribed for hair loss because it is not FDA-approved for this purpose, unlike finasteride, which is more accessible and preferred due to fewer side effects. Dutasteride may be more effective in reducing DHT but has a longer half-life and potentially more significant side effects.

      community How to Add Tretinoin to 2 in 1 combo ?

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user wants to add tretinoin to their nightly minoxidil and finasteride combo to increase effectiveness. They seek advice on how to mix tretinoin with the existing treatment.

      community Rare Non responder to Finasteride, Dutasteride, and oral minoxidil

      in Minoxidil  78 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user did not respond to finasteride, dutasteride, and oral minoxidil for hair loss after four years of treatment and is considering scalp micropigmentation (SMP). Other users suggest the hair loss pattern may indicate alopecia areata and recommend seeing a dermatologist.

      community Have Kirkland changed their packaging?

      in Minoxidil  23 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user ordered minoxidil online and noticed different packaging, seeking confirmation if it's genuine. Another user confirmed the packaging update, noting it looks the same in both the EU and US.

      community Personal experiment: tretinoin and diffuse thinning

      in Treatment  9 upvotes 3 years ago
      User experienced hair growth with finasteride and minoxidil, but after using tretinoin, faced aggressive thinning and hair loss. They plan to stop tretinoin for two months to see if the problem improves.

      community I just want to say Ru58841 saved my life.

      in Chat  28 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user's experience with hair loss and scalp inflammation, which was alleviated by using RU58841 along with finasteride and dutasteride. A theory of inflammation possibly being a cause of hairloss is also discussed.

      community Earliest we can get legitimate pyrilutamide

      in Research/Science  48 upvotes 4 years ago
      Pyrilutamide, a drug in phase 3 trials in China, potentially becoming available in late 2023 or early 2024; Finasteride being used as a current treatment for hair loss; and the possibility of joining a group buy for black market versions of Pyrilutamide.

      community For hair loss - zinc is your friend

      in Chat  43 upvotes 4 years ago
      Zinc supplements can make existing hair thicker and fuller but do not cure or slow hair loss. Long-term zinc use requires copper supplementation to avoid deficiencies.

      community Anyone here get results from topical melatonin?

      in Research/Science  11 upvotes 4 years ago
      A user has been using finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss but is experiencing increased shedding and is considering using topical melatonin with a product called Rizn. Another user is skeptical about the effectiveness of topical melatonin due to issues with the research and lack of replication of results, while a third user expresses interest in the outcome of using Rizn after not seeing results from topical finasteride and minoxidil.

      community No, Finasteride as a treatment for MPB was not an "accident"

      in Research/Science  108 upvotes 5 years ago
      Finasteride was intentionally developed to treat BPH and later approved for male pattern baldness (MPB) due to its 5AR inhibition effects. The delay in MPB approval was due to concerns about off-label use for female hirsutism and the prioritization of treating a more debilitating condition.

      community Comeback is real from NW7?

      in Treatment  65 upvotes 6 years ago
      A 25-year-old who started losing hair at 16 and reached almost NW7 by 20 saw hair regrowth using a regimen including dutasteride, minoxidil, nizoral, and a dermaroller, along with supplements like biotin, zinc, and omega-3. After initial success, they experienced shedding, added more supplements and treatments, and sought advice on whether to continue; responses encouraged them to persist as shedding is often part of the hair regrowth cycle.

      community Making minoxidil + azelaic acid type recipes?

      in Minoxidil  4 upvotes 7 years ago
      The conversation is about making a hair loss treatment combining minoxidil with azelaic acid, retinol, and caffeine, similar to the product Xandrox. The user has tried Xandrox but switched to Kirkland minoxidil for cost reasons and is seeking advice on creating a similar mixture.

      community Topical Finasteride Minoxidil: Experience/Price/Research

       3 upvotes 7 years ago
      Topical finasteride combined with minoxidil is used for hair loss treatment, with some users experiencing fewer side effects compared to oral finasteride. Morr-F, a topical solution, shows better results than minoxidil alone, with minimal adverse effects reported.

      community Seeking Medication Advice for Norwood 2 Hairline at 42

      in Basic Questions  176 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      A 42-year-old with a Norwood 2 hairline is using topical minoxidil and finasteride with tretinoin to address hair loss, having previously experienced side effects from oral finasteride and dutasteride. Suggestions include continuing current treatments, considering microneedling, and being patient for results.

      community 1 Year Progression M18 - Detailed

      in Progress Pictures  30 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth using finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling, but saw a decline after reducing treatments and stopping gym workouts. They plan to restart microneedling and consider a hair transplant in the future.

      community 4 years apart (17-21) on treatment

      in Progress Pictures  40 upvotes 1 month ago
      A user shared their hair loss journey, starting treatments with topical minoxidil and finasteride at 17, and later adding oral versions and dutasteride by age 20, but still experiencing hair loss. Others suggested that the treatments have likely slowed the progression, and some recommended considering a hair transplant or adjusting medication, while expressing concerns about the potential side effects of starting such treatments at a young age.

      community What time do you all take oral minoxidil

      in Minoxidil  9 upvotes 1 month ago
      People take oral minoxidil at different times, with some experiencing side effects like sleep disturbances or water retention. Many combine it with other treatments like finasteride or dutasteride, reporting varying levels of hair regrowth and side effects.

      community ~6-7 month progress. November 2025 - May 2026

      in Progress Pictures  33 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth using finasteride alone over 6-7 months, despite initial side effects like reduced sexual desire and acne. They are considering reducing the dosage to manage side effects and have also used ketoconazole shampoo weekly.

      community 2 year progress with Dut after a decade of Fin

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  150 upvotes 1 month ago
      A user shared their hair loss journey, using finasteride since age 18 and adding dutasteride at 30, which halted hair loss and promoted regrowth. They take finasteride daily and dutasteride three times a week, experiencing reduced libido and drier skin as side effects.

      community Back from the dead I guess. Trust the process

      in Progress Pictures  685 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 26-year-old reported significant hair regrowth using finasteride daily for six months and topical minoxidil for four months, with no side effects. Others shared mixed experiences, mentioning additional methods like dermarollers and tretinoin.