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      community 3 weeks on topical fin, started shedding hard

      in Minoxidil  4 upvotes 6 years ago
      A user experienced significant hair shedding after three weeks of using topical finasteride. They are concerned about the effects of ethanol in topical minoxidil and are unsure if they should wash their hair daily.

      community I wish we didn’t have to live with this….

       61 upvotes 6 years ago
      The struggles of hair loss at a young age and available treatments, such as medication (Finasteride, Minoxidil, Dutasteride, Derma Rolling) and potential options for hair systems or cloning in Japan. People discussed their own experiences with trying to cope with the emotional aspects of this condition.

      community ACV Shampoo Bar

       11 upvotes 8 years ago
      The conversation discusses using an apple cider vinegar shampoo bar as an alternative to Nizoral 2% ketoconazole due to excessive shedding. Users also mention starting minoxidil and considering finasteride, while exploring natural shampoo options to reduce scalp irritation and hair loss.

      community Oral fin -> topical, shedding like hell

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  19 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user experienced severe side effects from oral finasteride, including sexual dysfunction and mental health issues, and switched to topical finasteride, which led to significant hair shedding. They are considering other treatments like RU58841 or topical dutasteride and are advised to check testosterone levels and address potential underlying health issues.

      community Another satisfied Fin/Min subscriber

      in Progress Pictures  93 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared progress pictures showing significant hair improvement after using a topical 0.3% finasteride/6% minoxidil solution from January to June 2024. They experienced initial shedding but saw progressive improvement with daily evening application.

      community SHISEIDO is A Bust...

      in Update  26 upvotes 7 years ago
      Shiseido's hair loss treatment reported only 5% regrowth, disappointing many. Users discussed other treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, and CB-03-01 as potential alternatives.

      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 Temporary alternative to finasteride?

      in Finasteride  100 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 23-year-old male plans to temporarily stop finasteride to donate plasma for financial reasons and seeks alternative hair loss treatments like minoxidil, ketoconazole, or RU58841 during this period. He is open to suggestions to prevent further hair loss until he can resume finasteride.

      community Month and a half on Fin update

      in Finasteride  5 upvotes 7 years ago
      User experienced dizziness on 1.25 mg of finasteride, reduced to 0.75 mg and felt better. They also use zinc, B complex, green tea extract, derma roll with caster oil, and nizol shampoo.

      community Crushing fin tablets without making a mess?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 8 months ago
      A user is trying to make a topical finasteride solution by crushing tablets into ethanol and glycerin but struggles with spillage. Suggestions include letting the tablets dissolve in the solution or using a pill crusher for efficiency.

      community Maintaining hair until Breezula without Fin

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 5 years ago
      A 21-year-old male experienced side effects from topical finasteride and is seeking alternative treatments to maintain hair until Breezula is available. He is considering using minoxidil, Nizoral, micro-needling, and vitamin D supplementation, and may try CB or RU58841 if necessary.

      community Can't do Fin...Do DHT shampoos actually work?

      in Finasteride  3 upvotes 7 years ago
      A user stopped using finasteride due to reduced efficacy and health concerns, and is considering minoxidil and DHT-blocking shampoos for hair loss. Another user responded that DHT-blocking shampoos are ineffective.

      community Only Finasteride (vitamins too) 31 year old

      in Progress Pictures  46 upvotes 7 months ago
      A 31-year-old experienced significant hair loss reduction using oral finasteride for 4 months, after trying various treatments like oils, shampoos, and saw palmetto. The user avoided minoxidil due to its inconvenience and potential side effects, finding finasteride alone effective for their needs.

      community 11 months oral fin + min capsule

      in Progress Pictures  224 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using a daily capsule containing 1mg finasteride and 2.5mg minoxidil for 11 months, with noticeable regrowth on the crown but minimal improvement on the hairline. They experienced no significant side effects and plan to continue the treatment long-term.

      community Is there a known amount of fin that can reduce serum DHT by only around 25% over the longer term?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  4 upvotes 5 years ago
      The conversation discusses finding a finasteride dosage that reduces DHT by about 25% to minimize side effects, with considerations for topical versus oral formulations. Alternatives like dutasteride mesotherapy and topical treatments are explored, with concerns about systemic absorption and potential impacts on athletic performance and hormone levels.

      community a new supplement just released

       11 upvotes 8 years ago
      A dermatologist recommended a new supplement containing annurca apple, which reportedly doubles hair density and increases keratin after 60 days, to be used with finasteride. Some users are skeptical, considering it potentially ineffective or a marketing ploy, while others are open to trying it if it proves effective and affordable.
      Experiencing shedding for 2+ months on fin and min

      community Experiencing shedding for 2+ months on fin and min

      in General  66 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user started oral finasteride and minoxidil in November 2024, initially saw improvement, but has experienced increased shedding since April 2025. They are concerned the treatment may not be effective anymore and seek advice.

      community Shampoo for thin and fine hair

      in Product  11 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user has been using finasteride, minoxidil, dermaneedling, and keto shampoo with great results. They seek a propylene glycol-free, volume-boosting shampoo for thin and fine hair.

      community Are Ru58841/Kx826 effective as fin?

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is considering switching from topical finasteride to RU58841 or KX826 due to side effects like low libido and ED. They are also using oral minoxidil and considering low-dose saw palmetto to maintain their hairline.