community Here we go, wish me luck gentlemen
A 39-year-old is starting a hair loss treatment with 1.25mg finasteride and 2.5mg oral minoxidil twice daily, sharing baseline pictures and hoping for significant results. Progress updates will follow.
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540-570 / 1000+ results community Can’t handle finasteride, thinking of starting RU-58841, is it safe around cats?
The user is considering switching from finasteride to RU-58841 for hair loss due to side effects and is concerned about its safety around cats. They are also seeking dosage suggestions and alternatives like pyrilutamide.
community Diffuse thinning is the worst. Nothing helps.
The user is experiencing diffuse thinning and has tried treatments like topical and oral finasteride, oral dutasteride, topical minoxidil, microneedling, melatonin, and caffeine without success. Despite using these treatments for over four years, the user reports continued hair thinning and is considering trying RU58841.
community 26M -6 months progress (dutasteride and minoxidil)
A 26-year-old male showed hair improvement after 6 months of daily 0.5mg dutasteride and 5mg oral minoxidil. He thanked the tressless community and haircafe for their support.
community risks with finasteride and dutasteride
Finasteride and dutasteride have potential risks, including post-finasteride syndrome, but are commonly used for hair loss. RU58841, minoxidil, and needling are suggested as alternatives, though all treatments carry risks.
community Blood Work before starting Fin
Blood work is recommended before starting finasteride. Minoxidil and RU58841 are also discussed as treatment options for hair loss.
community 10month fin/min - micro-needling and rosemary biotin & more
The conversation discusses a hair loss treatment routine involving daily minoxidil, finasteride, micro-needling, rosemary oil, and biotin supplements. The user shares personal experiences, noting no side effects from finasteride and emphasizing the importance of a healthy lifestyle in preventing hair loss.
community Anyone with high glucose, insulin resistance, pre-diabetes or diabetes notice any regrowth after starting treatment?
A 21-year-old male with advanced hair loss (NW7) started using finasteride and minoxidil 10 months ago but hasn't seen much progress. He is pre-diabetic with stage 1 hypertension and is seeking insights on whether treating these conditions could improve hair regrowth.
community Should I Cut 5mg Fin to 1.25mg or Use 0.5mg Dut?
The user is considering cutting a 5mg finasteride pill into quarters to take 1.25mg daily due to concerns about side effects. They are also contemplating using 0.5mg of dutasteride instead.
community Does 0.5 mg of finasteride reduce SCALP DHT the same as 1 mg?
The conversation is about whether 0.5 mg of finasteride reduces scalp DHT as effectively as 1 mg. Users suggest that even lower doses like 0.05 mg can significantly reduce scalp DHT.
community Alfatradiol/pantostin - anyone notice shedding in first month of use?
The conversation is about personal experiences with Alfatradiol (Pantostin) for hair loss and whether it causes shedding similar to Minoxidil. People are sharing their experiences with this treatment.
community NW 2 -> NW 1,5 15Mg oral Minoxidil (💀) + Dut 0,5mg 12 Months
The user, Albertgejmr, is happy with their progress in treating hair loss using 15mg oral minoxidil and 0.5mg Dutasteride. Some users express concern about the high dosage and potential side effects.
community Visible results after 10 weeks, (M25), E-En+DHPA, bica, min
Visible hair improvement after 10 weeks using minoxidil, estradiol enanthate, acetophenide algestone, and bicalutamide. The user is a 25-year-old male with reduced testosterone levels, expressing a preference for less masculinity.
community Sharing My Routine – Hope It Helps Someone Else Too
The conversation discusses a user's positive experience with a hair loss treatment routine involving dutasteride, oral minoxidil, and Nourkrin Man, with no side effects reported. Other users share their experiences with similar treatments, discussing side effects like heart palpitations and depression, and offer advice on obtaining prescriptions affordably.
community 4.5 months - 0.5 fin + 2.5 min daily
The user shared progress pictures after 4.5 months of using 0.5 mg finasteride and 2.5 mg minoxidil daily for hair loss, considering increasing the finasteride dose after 6 months. Some attribute the improvement to the hair transplant, while others inquire about changes in crown density.
community PSA: Caffeine and Hair Transplants
A user shared their experience with a hair transplant, emphasizing the importance of avoiding caffeine 7 days before the procedure. Ignoring this advice led to reduced effectiveness of the numbing agent, causing significant discomfort during the transplant.
community Amy Hair Medics UK customers here?
A user ordered a 10% minoxidil product with caffeine and retinol from Hair Medics UK and is seeking reviews. They are interested in higher percentage minoxidil treatments for hair loss.
community My Bloodwork — After 4 Months On Finasteride.
The user is on Finasteride for hair loss, taking 0.5mg daily, and plans to reduce the dose to 0.25mg while making lifestyle changes to lower prolactin, SHGB, and cortisol. They will retest in 90 days to assess progress and are open to advice.
community Just FYI, Here are pictures of 6 months results on Clascoterone 5%. Is it remarkable? No. But it seems likely to be FDA approved considering 1% is already available. This is a win, especially if you pair it with other treatments like Finasteride.
Clascoterone 5% shows potential for hair thickening and darkening, especially when combined with treatments like finasteride. It may be a good alternative for those who experience side effects from other treatments.
community Strategy for early thinning; fin + min OR fin first, min later
For early hair thinning, users suggest starting with finasteride alone and considering minoxidil later if needed. Some users advise against minoxidil due to long-term dependency, while others recommend scalp massages and alternatives like red light therapy.
community RU-58841 without finassteride?
RU58841 is used without finasteride by some due to side effects, with mixed results. Users report combining RU58841 with minoxidil and adjusting finasteride doses to manage hair loss.
community That’s it i’m starting oral Minoxidil
A 32-year-old man started oral minoxidil at 0.625mg daily, alongside topical minoxidil, to address hair thinning after experiencing side effects from other treatments. He plans to monitor his health closely and adjust the dosage after two months.
community A little under 5 months, 1.5 mg min 1 mg fin
The conversation is about a user's positive hair regrowth progress using 1.5 mg minoxidil and 1 mg finasteride over nearly five months. The user shares before-and-after photos, receiving praise and questions about their treatment and side effects.
community 1 year 1 month 1mg finasteride 2.5mg oral minoxidil (eyebrow + scalp gains)
The conversation is about a user's positive experience with hair regrowth using 1mg finasteride and 2.5mg oral minoxidil, noting improvements in scalp and eyebrow hair. The user mentions minimal side effects, such as a slight increase in heart rate, and prefers oral minoxidil over topical due to ease of use.
community Am I doing dermastamping wrong?
The user uses a 1.5mm derma stamp weekly for hair loss and applies minoxidil afterward, feeling a slight burn but no bleeding. They question if bleeding, seen in others using a derma pen, indicates proper technique.
community First patient dosed with Pyrilutamide (Kintor) Phase III
First patient dosed with Pyrilutamide (Kintor) Phase III for hair loss treatment. Pyrilutamide differs from approved treatments as it competes with DHT to bind hair follicles, potentially reducing side effects.
community 1.5 months after finasteride. 0.5 mg EOD.
A 21-year-old shares progress 1.5 months after starting finasteride (0.5 mg every other day) with no side effects, using minoxidil for beard growth, rosemary oil, and weekly microneedling. They report healthier hair texture and positive feedback from family.
community 8 months of 0.5 mg dut daily, 14 months of 5 mg oral min
The user has been using 0.5 mg dutasteride daily for 8 months and 5 mg oral minoxidil for 14 months to address hair thinning. Despite some users seeing no change or improvement, the user feels their hairline density has decreased and corners have worsened.
community 4 months 5mg oral min. 3 months 1.25 mg fin. 3 months dermarolling 1x per week. 3 months Hrt.
The conversation discusses hair regrowth using 5mg oral Minoxidil, 1.25mg Finasteride, weekly dermarolling, and hormone replacement therapy (HRT) with estrogen and testosterone blockers. The user reports positive results and attributes significant improvement to HRT.
community why has breezula been so dissapoiting, the new topical anti androgen that should replace finasteride?
Breezula (clascoterone) initially performed better than finasteride for hair loss but then effectiveness decreased almost back to baseline after 6 months, raising questions about its strength.