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      community My cat died just from touching 2% minoxidil

      in Minoxidil  5176 upvotes 10 months ago
      Minoxidil is highly toxic to cats and can be fatal with minimal exposure. Users suggest switching to oral minoxidil or taking precautions to prevent pet exposure.

      community 15 months - 1mg fin only progress

      in Progress Pictures  439 upvotes 10 months ago
      A 22-year-old is using 1mg finasteride daily for hair loss, noting some scalp thickening but still experiencing visible thinning. They are considering oral minoxidil due to concerns about topical application with cats at home, and others in the conversation share positive experiences with oral minoxidil, reporting no side effects and significant hair regrowth.

      community Forgotten 'Total Revival' Stack

      in Research/Science  42 upvotes 11 months ago
      Cyclosporine A is discussed as a powerful hair growth stimulant, potentially more effective than minoxidil, but concerns about safety and side effects, including cancer risk, limit its use. The conversation highlights the need for further research and experimentation with topical application, despite its risks.

      community Do you consider Haircafe a trusted source of news/discussion?

      in Chat  21 upvotes 1 year ago
      Haircafe is generally trusted for hair loss information, particularly for his evidence-based approach and recommendations of finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil. While some users appreciate his scientific focus and lack of product promotion, others criticize his dismissal of anecdotal evidence and certain biases.

      community 20M and male pattern baldness is ruining my life

      in Chat  70 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 20-year-old is dealing with male pattern baldness and considering finasteride despite concerns about side effects. Users recommend treatments like minoxidil, dutasteride, and lifestyle changes, stressing early intervention.

      community DHT Isn't (Directly) Important

      in Research/Science  100 upvotes 1 year ago
      Finasteride's potential side effects, especially sexual dysfunction, are discussed, with emphasis on hormonal balance between testosterone and estradiol. Users share experiences with finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride, highlighting the variability in side effects and the influence of mindset and lifestyle.

      community Update on my progress after 10,5 months

      in Progress Pictures  149 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using a combination of oral finasteride, oral dutasteride, topical and oral minoxidil, microneedling, and keto shampoo for hair loss, experiencing significant shedding recently. Suggestions include simplifying the regimen by dropping finasteride and topical minoxidil, and possibly adding RU58841, while others advise maintaining the current approach for consistent results.

      community 1.25mg oral minoxidil-3 month progress

      in Progress Pictures  633 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 44-year-old man experienced significant hair regrowth after switching from topical to 1.25mg oral minoxidil and 0.5mg daily finasteride, with no side effects. He noticed hair thickening after two months and credits the oral form's effectiveness.

      community 25 years on finasteride - my experience

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  948 upvotes 1 year ago
      A long-term finasteride user experienced side effects like sexual dysfunction, dry eyes, muscle weakness, and brain fog, which improved when they stopped the medication. They decided to stop finasteride again, questioning if maintaining hair was worth the negative impact on their well-being.

      community 4 months apart (aug 15 - dec 19)

      in Progress Pictures  538 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user shared progress pictures showing hair improvement over four months using 1 mg finasteride and 5 mg minoxidil daily. They reported no significant side effects and plan to reduce the minoxidil dose once satisfied with the results.

      community Finasteride progress 0,5mg 1 year and 4 months

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  521 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has taken 0.5mg of finasteride daily for 1 year and 4 months, experiencing hair regrowth and thicker hair without significant side effects. They avoided minoxidil due to side effects and noticed improvements starting at 2-3 months, with significant results at 6-8 months.

      community He used Dutasteride for 20 years. Interview

      in Treatment  112 upvotes 1 year ago
      Dutasteride has been used for 20 years with some hair thickness improvement but no dramatic regrowth. The user also experimented with minoxidil, tretinoin, and peptides like BPC 157 for potential benefits in hair density and quality.

      community Results after 6 months of treatment

      in Progress Pictures  1832 upvotes 1 year ago
      Significant hair regrowth was achieved after six months using finasteride and minoxidil, with no side effects reported. The user plans to taper off minoxidil and is considering oral minoxidil, but is cautious due to potential heart issues.

      community Low-Dose Oral Minoxidil Does Not Significantly Affect BP

      in Minoxidil  178 upvotes 1 year ago
      Low-dose oral minoxidil is used for hair loss and does not significantly affect blood pressure but may increase heart rate and cause hypotensive symptoms. Some users experience side effects like palpitations and shortness of breath, while others find it effective; topical minoxidil with tretinoin is also considered.

      community An Update After 7 Years of Finasterise

      in Progress Pictures  126 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user shared their positive experience with finasteride for hair loss over seven years, noting it stopped hair recession and maintained their hairline. They also mentioned using minoxidil irregularly and experiencing a lower sperm count but no erectile dysfunction.

      community 4 months into treatment, thoughts?

      in Is this regrowth?  190 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing positive hair regrowth results after four months of using oral finasteride (1mg daily), oral minoxidil (5mg daily), Polaris NR02 shampoo, and ketoconazole 2% shampoo. They plan to continue the regimen and consider a hair transplant in the future, with no reported side effects from the current treatment.

      community What else is good. Besides the big 3.

      in Chat  35 upvotes 1 year ago
      Key treatments for hair preservation include minoxidil, finasteride/dutasteride, and microneedling, with additional options like specific shampoos, oils, biotin, zinc, tretinoin, clascoterone, and low-level laser therapy. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle, reducing stress, and addressing nutrient deficiencies can also support hair health.

      community To everyone who cant use FIN and doesnt want to use RU

      in Treatment  33 upvotes 1 year ago
      A new hair loss treatment, KX-826, is being discussed as a stronger and safer alternative to RU58841 and finasteride. Opinions are mixed, with some users skeptical about its effectiveness and others considering it as part of their regimen.