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      community Science backed answer only from what you have learnt .

      in Chat  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      Alcohol-based minoxidil absorbs better but can cause irritation; non-alcohol-based is gentler. Topical dutasteride shows promise but needs more research; low-dose oral minoxidil (0.25 mg/day) is effective with fewer side effects. Ingredients like Procapil, Redensyl, caffeine, and Anagain in shampoos have limited evidence; ketoconazole shampoo can help when used 2-3 times a week with other treatments.

      community 6 month Transformation Oral Fin only 20m

      in Progress Pictures  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user experienced significant hair improvement using oral finasteride for six months, adding microneedling and switching to non-sulfate shampoo. They managed side effects by working out and noticed no negative impact on libido.

      community 2 months difference - Before and After

      in Progress Pictures  431 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user shared progress pictures showing hair improvement after using 1mg oral finasteride and topical minoxidil daily for three months. They experienced initial side effects but reported no issues after five weeks, and the conversation includes discussions on the effectiveness and side effects of these treatments.

      community 4 years on fin and min (Before and After) Age 27 to 31

      in Progress Pictures  997 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user experienced significant hair regrowth using finasteride and minoxidil over four years, despite side effects like seborrheic dermatitis, urinary changes, and water retention. They were satisfied with the results and maintained a strong physique.

      community Options - Topical Dut to oral Fin?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  2 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user experienced headaches and brain fog with a topical solution containing Dutasteride, Minoxidil, Tretinoin, Fluocinolone, Latanoprost, and Caffeine. They are considering switching to oral or topical Finasteride to see if it alleviates these side effects.

      community 4 months on finasteride + minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  293 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair improvement after four months using oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, and a daily caffeine shampoo, with no side effects. The discussion includes varying opinions on the effectiveness and side effects of finasteride.

      community Me on 5 milligrams of Finasteride, off label oral Min, a $3000 red light therapy cap, experimental Russian drugs, and three Turkish hair transplants watching a 60 year old homeless man with a perfect hairline smoke crack

      in Satire  2726 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation humorously discusses the unfairness of hair loss, highlighting various treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, red light therapy, and experimental drugs, while contrasting with people who have great hair despite unhealthy lifestyles. The original poster mentions experiencing side effects from switching to oral finasteride.

      community 4 month progress on treatment! Low dose fin.

      in Progress Pictures  179 upvotes 1 year ago
      User shared 4-month progress on hair loss treatment using 0.25mg finasteride daily and topical minoxidil daily, noting cognitive decline possibly linked to finasteride. Users discussed side effects, alternative treatments, and shared similar experiences.

      community Dutasteride causing us to have… girl babies?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  26 upvotes 2 years ago
      User Kylo313 used dutasteride for 20 years and had two daughters, questioning if dutasteride affects the likelihood of having male vs female children. Replies mostly request hairline photos and discuss anecdotal experiences, with some suggesting correlation doesn't imply causation and that gender determination isn't affected by dutasteride.

      community Strange results using oral finasteride and minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 47-year-old male experienced mixed results with hair loss treatments using finasteride and oral minoxidil. After reducing dosages and adding creatine, he noticed shedding, but switching back to higher doses and changing to pea protein may help regain progress.

      community Creatine effects on DHT Experiment

      in Research/Science  57 upvotes 2 years ago
      Creatine might increase hair loss due to increased DHT sensitivity, but evidence is mostly anecdotal. The user is using oral minoxidil for hair loss and is cautious about starting creatine.

      community My good/bad experience with Creatine

      in Treatment  30 upvotes 11 months ago
      Creatine may cause increased hair shedding in some individuals, especially those with androgenetic alopecia (AGA), despite its physical performance benefits. Many users report stopping creatine to reduce hair loss, while others believe the effects are anecdotal or due to other factors like increased physical activity.

      community Found a slide summary for PP405

      in Research/Science  35 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      PP405 shows promise in stimulating new terminal hair growth by activating dormant follicles, with no systemic adverse effects observed in a short-term trial. However, long-term efficacy remains unproven, and further trials are needed to confirm its potential as a hair loss treatment.

      community Results from oral treatment vs topical

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  4 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation discusses switching from oral to topical treatments for hair loss, specifically using a mix of retinoic acid, finasteride, and minoxidil, after oral treatments like dutasteride and finasteride were ineffective. The user is concerned about the cost and potential impact of dandruff on the absorption of topical treatments.

      community Pp405 - lowkey kinda bad results

      in Treatment  16 upvotes 9 months ago
      PP405 increased hair density by 20% in 31% of participants, but results are considered underwhelming. Minoxidil and finasteride are seen as more effective treatments.

      community Male pattern baldness, and mental health

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  332 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 48-year-old man has been using minoxidil for 15 years and considered finasteride but stopped due to potential side effects. He is concerned about his mental health and the impact of hair loss on self-image, and he encourages support among men experiencing hair loss.

      community Rational Review of Pelage Results

      in Chat  11 upvotes 9 months ago
      A treatment showed a 20% hair density increase in weeks, with nearly a third of participants experiencing significant results, while questions remain about its long-term efficacy and effectiveness across different scalp areas. There is interest in combining it with finasteride and minoxidil for potentially better outcomes.

      community Has anyone had success with lipodermal solution?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 7 months ago
      The conversation discusses using a lipodermal solution for hair loss, with concerns about side effects from multiple active ingredients. Users mention experiences with minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride, noting side effects like brain fog and sexual issues.

      community Mental health check for anyone feeling down in this subreddit.

      in Chat  58 upvotes 6 months ago
      Hair loss is distressing, with treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and spironolactone commonly used despite potential side effects. Emphasis is placed on maintaining mental health and self-worth beyond hair appearance.