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community Is dutasteride really better than finasteride?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 42 upvotes 3 months ago

Dutasteride is often seen as more effective than finasteride for hair regrowth, but it may cause initial shedding and takes longer to work. Combining it with treatments like minoxidil can improve results, though experiences vary.

community Excuse me sir, would you like to hear a word about the greatest achievement in human history, finasteride?

in Satire 515 upvotes 3 months ago

Finasteride and Minoxidil are popular treatments for hair loss, but opinions vary on their effectiveness and side effects. Some users report success, while others experience issues like gynecomastia or sexual dysfunction.

community 2.5 years on topical finasteride (0.1% fin + 7% min): hair success and why I stopped

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 15 upvotes 3 months ago

Topical finasteride with minoxidil effectively stabilized and thickened hair but caused side effects like brain fog, reduced libido, and emotional flattening, leading to discontinuation. The user switched to a new regimen including minoxidil, KX-826, and other treatments, noting improvements in libido and vivid dreams after stopping finasteride.

community My derm said they came up with a new serum that is better then fin? What’s y’all’s thoughts

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 3 months ago

A new serum claims to enhance hair regrowth by amplifying oxygen delivery, improving the effectiveness of treatments like exosomes and peptides. Users are skeptical, questioning its efficacy compared to established treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride.

community M29 - 4 YEARS on Dutasteride - almost no progress

in Chat 6 upvotes 3 months ago

The user has been on a comprehensive hair loss treatment regimen for four years, including Dutasteride, topical and oral Minoxidil, and various other treatments, but has seen little progress and is considering a hair transplant. Despite trying multiple therapies, including PRP and exosome injections, the user is still experiencing hair thinning and is hesitant about trying peptides due to potential cancer risks.

community M24 2 years difference between pics

in Progress Pictures 109 upvotes 3 months ago

A 24-year-old started using finasteride for hair loss after hesitating due to potential side effects, and is considering a hair transplant. Other users shared their experiences with finasteride, minoxidil, and rosemary oil, discussing effectiveness and side effects.

community Minoxidil: Is 2x any better than 1x daily?

in Minoxidil 8 upvotes 3 months ago

Using minoxidil twice daily may offer around 20% better regrowth compared to once daily, but once daily is still effective, especially with dermastamping. The user also uses dutasteride and finasteride daily, and is considering increasing minoxidil application despite concerns about cost and potential shedding.

community How Splitting Oral Minoxidil CHANGED Everything — After 2 Years of Topical Failure

in Minoxidil 32 upvotes 3 months ago

Switching from topical to oral minoxidil, specifically using split dosing, led to significant hair regrowth and reduced side effects for the user. The combination of oral minoxidil and finasteride proved more effective than previous topical treatments.

community I had claude create a protocol only using fda approved drugs.

in Research/Science 3 upvotes 4 months ago

A new hair loss protocol using FDA-approved topical treatments targets eight pathways, potentially improving results by 60-75% compared to the standard 40-50% from oral minoxidil and finasteride. The protocol includes minoxidil, finasteride, tacrolimus, cetirizine, bimatoprost, lithium gluconate, losartan, melatonin, NAC, caffeine, and tretinoin, with a monthly cost of $35-50 in Mexico and $80-150 in the US.

community Hair loss over a year following depression and taking antidepressants

in Side effects? 200 upvotes 4 months ago

A 33-year-old experienced significant hair loss after a depressive episode and taking paroxetine, possibly due to telogen effluvium or androgenic alopecia. Suggestions included reducing alcohol, considering finasteride and minoxidil, and consulting a doctor about antidepressant side effects.

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