A user reports persistent sexual sideeffects three months after stopping finasteride, despite a healthy lifestyle and supplements. They express concern over the lack of libido and infrequent erections.
Minoxidil and caffeine are discussed for hair loss treatment. The user questions the logic of combining them due to their opposing effects on adenosine receptors.
A user's experience with hair loss treatments, including finasteride and other options such as RU58841, Nizoral, Pumpkin Seed, and Adenosine; the importance of being in a positive frame of mind when considering taking finasteride; and the need to address life issues before starting finasteride.
Finasteride can aid hair regrowth but may cause sideeffects like depression and sexual dysfunction. Users discuss experiences with finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841, highlighting varied responses and the importance of informed treatment choices.
Azelaic acid is discussed as a DHT inhibitor with no reported sexual sideeffects, but its effectiveness and absorption as a topical treatment are questioned. The user is interested in azelaic acid due to concerns about finasteride affecting penile health.
The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically using dutasteride (0.5mg daily) with no sideeffects reported after two months. It also mentions the health benefits of one meal per day and the low incidence of sideeffects.
A user is trying fluridil/topilutamide for hair loss and experiencing sideeffects like pain in the testicles and genital discomfort. They previously had adverse effects with finasteride, dutasteride, and RU58841, and are considering other treatments like topical dutasteride and spironolactone for maintenance before a hair transplant.
The user experienced balance issues after taking finasteride for 2 months and is seeking advice on whether to continue. They are concerned about potential additional sideeffects.
Finasteride and dutasteride can affect sexual function, cognition, and mood. Alternatives like minoxidil, pyrilutamide, and alfatradiol have varied effectiveness and sideeffects.
Fluridil was discussed as a hair loss treatment, with some users experiencing sideeffects like lethargy and chest tightness. Users also mentioned other treatments like RU58841 and finasteride, with mixed opinions on their effectiveness.
The user experienced sideeffects with 1mg finasteride and is considering using a 0.5mg dose to prevent them. Another user suggested splitting the pills to achieve the lower dose.
A 27-year-old male using Minoxidil, Finasteride, and dermarolling for hair loss shared blood test results and experienced sideeffects with Finasteride. Adjusting the Finasteride dosage helped reduce sideeffects.
The user has been on Finasteride and oral Minoxidil for hair loss and experienced minimal sideeffects. They suggest that a healthy lifestyle, including good sleep, exercise, diet, skincare, and mental health care, may help reduce the perceived sideeffects of Finasteride, although another user disagrees, emphasizing that sideeffects can vary and may not be mitigated by lifestyle alone.
Finasteride and dutasteride can cause psychiatric sideeffects like depression and suicidal thoughts in some users, especially those with a history of mental health issues. While some users experience positive hair growth results, others face severe psychological effects, raising concerns about their safety and the need for careful monitoring.
A user experienced erectile issues after 7 months of using Finasteride and sought advice. Responses varied, with some suggesting breaks and others sharing similar sideeffects or dismissing concerns.
A user experienced mild sideeffects from 0.5mg finasteride daily, including increased estradiol and minor gynecomastia. They are considering taking a low dose of exemestane to reduce estrogen levels.
Finasteride's long-term risks are often exaggerated; studies showing negative effects typically involve high doses or animal subjects. For those taking 1mg daily for hair loss, there is no significant evidence of severe sideeffects.
The user must stop minoxidil due to a heart murmur and is considering alternatives like nanoxidil or stemoxydine while continuing dutasteride. Suggestions include adding pyrilutamide and alfatradiol or switching to topical minoxidil at a lower concentration.
The user switched from topical to oral finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss and experienced swelling and sensitivity in the left chest area. They are concerned about these symptoms but noticed improvement after skipping a dose.
The user is considering starting finasteride for hair loss prevention, expressing concerns about potential sideeffects like reduced libido and erectile dysfunction. They are currently taking saw palmetto, vitamin D, zinc, vitamin C, and biotin but are unsure if these will be effective.
A 19-year-old has been using finasteride for 3 months to treat hair loss and is experiencing sideeffects like erectile dysfunction and dizziness. They plan to continue with a reduced dosage while monitoring their health and are seeking advice from others with similar experiences.
OP is experiencing severe sideeffects from daily Minoxidil, Dutasteride, and Biotin use and is considering reducing Minoxidil to once or twice a week. A response advised seeing a doctor due to heart-related issues.
High estradiol levels may contribute to erectile dysfunction (ED) and can be addressed with lifestyle changes or medication. It's important to consult a medical professional for treatment options.
A user started using RU58841 for hair loss and experienced anxiety and physical discomfort. Other users suggested avoiding the treatment due to similar sideeffects and recommended alternative treatments like pyri.
User tried oral and topical finasteride for hair loss but experienced headaches and concentration issues. They ask for advice on whether to continue or try other treatments like alfatradiol, fluridil, or pyrilutamide.
The conversation discusses the difficulty in distinguishing between sideeffects of finasteride (like brain fog and loss of libido) and depression caused by hair loss. Users share experiences of severe depression while on finasteride, leading some to stop the treatment despite anxiety over hair loss.
Treatments for hair loss and the potential sideeffects. The user discussed their doctor's advice to take 1.25 mg oral minoxidil and .5 mg dutasteride daily, with a warning that those with heart conditions should not take oral minoxidil. Other users shared their experiences, including taking finasteride and noting the possible overkill of the dosage prescribed by Jirons1's dermatologist.
A user discusses their positive experience with finasteride, criticizing others for spreading fear about sideeffects. They emphasize that sideeffects are often temporary and not as common as some suggest.
A user experienced increased estradiol, nipple tenderness, and ED after taking finasteride. They are considering dose reduction to mitigate these effects.