Stopping antihistamines may resolve neurological sideeffects when using finasteride. Users experienced muscle aches, headaches, and lethargy when combining the two.
Finasteride is used for hair loss, with mixed reports of no sideeffects and claims of long-term negative effects known as Post Finasteride Syndrome (PFS). The conversation debates the existence and causes of PFS, with differing opinions on whether it is psychological or real.
A user shared their positive experience with a hair transplant performed by Dr. Bekir Bek in Ankara, involving 3,897 grafts. They stopped using minoxidil and finasteride before the procedure but restarted finasteride afterward and plan to reintroduce minoxidil in a few months.
The user experienced hair loss and initially saw improvement with Finasteride but is now considering switching to Dutasteride due to lack of recent results. They plan to add topical Minoxidil and are awaiting biopsy results to determine the cause of hair loss.
The user has been dealing with hair loss for 10 years, worsened by psoriasis, and uses minoxidil and finasteride. They seek advice on managing psoriasis and hair loss, with suggestions to see a dermatologist, try different shampoos, and be patient.
Non-steroidal ways to reduce scalp inflammation include using topical melatonin, urea shampoo, Zyrtec, turmeric with black pepper, omega-3 supplements, a self-made topical solution with cetirizine, melatonin, and piroctone olamine, ketoconazole shampoo, witch hazel shampoo, tacrolimus, and lifestyle changes like a healthy diet and regular exercise. Some users also mentioned unconventional methods like infrared light therapy and a carnivore diet.
The user plans to lower their oral minoxidil dose from 5 mg to 2.5 mg to reduce sideeffects like puffiness and hypertrichosis, while also using finasteride and accutane. They are considering caffeine serums for puffiness and discussing dietary changes or switching to topical minoxidil to address bloating.
The user started finasteride (1mg) a year ago for hair thinning, experiencing stabilization but not significant regrowth. Suggestions included adding minoxidil, microneedling, and considering a hair transplant for improved results.
The user experienced hair loss since 2019 and tried finasteride, dutasteride, RU58841, and ketoconazole shampoo without success. A scalp biopsy showed scarring and inflammation from folliculitis, indicating chronic inflammation was affecting treatment effectiveness.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth after 2.5 years of using Minoxidil 5% and hormone replacement therapy (HRT) with Lupron, despite initial scalp irritation. Finasteride was ineffective for them.
The user experienced worsening hair loss despite using finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling. Suggestions included reducing microneedling frequency, switching to oral minoxidil, adding tretinoin, and considering dutasteride.
RU58841 is considered effective by some users, but finasteride and minoxidil are commonly used with varying dosages to manage sideeffects. Users report different experiences with treatments like pyrilutamide, fluridil, and RU58841, with some seeing results and others not.
A user has been using dutasteride, RU58841, minoxidil, and ketoconazole for 2 years with no progress and worsening hair recession. They seek advice on how to proceed.
The user is using a combination of hair loss treatments including finasteride, stemoxydine, oral minoxidil, RU58841, dermastamping, ketoconazole shampoo, collagen, Viviscal, and biotin, and has improved their diet. Despite these efforts, they are still experiencing hair shedding and scalp itchiness, and are considering increasing their minoxidil dosage or starting dutasteride.
A user expressed disappointment that their hair loss worsened after 11 months using topical finasteride with TrichoSol, despite no sideeffects and initial signs of improvement. They asked for advice and opinions on their treatment and alternatives, with suggestions including switching to oral finasteride or dutasteride, starting minoxidil, and addressing their seborrheic dermatitis with different shampoos or medical advice.
A 22-year-old male is experiencing hair loss due to seborrheic dermatitis, not male pattern baldness, and is seeking advice. Suggestions include using Nizoral, sulfate-free and ketoconazole shampoos, cutting hair short, using cold water, avoiding picking scabs, and trying selenium sulfide shampoo or finasteride.
Genetics mainly cause hair loss, but diet, stress, smoking, and alcohol can worsen it. Treatments include finasteride, minoxidil, and lifestyle changes like a healthy diet and avoiding caffeine.
A user shared their successful hair regrowth using a combination of minoxidil, caffeine, biotin, and RU58841, along with weekly dermarolling. However, others advised against the user's plan to switch to rosemary oil and microneedling only, emphasizing the importance of continuing the current treatment to maintain the results.
User experienced 100% testosterone increase after using Finasteride and Dutasteride for hair loss. Some users discuss potential sideeffects and reasons for the increase.
A user who shaved their head two years ago and has since regrown it via Minoxidil, dermarolling, and finasteride with no negative sideeffects; and the encouragement from other users to take the leap and try these treatments.
Topical Dutasteride may halt hair loss and effectively treat androgenic alopecia. Combining low-dose oral Dutasteride with topical application could maximize regrowth and minimize sideeffects.
A user's 6 month progress using finasteride and minoxidil as treatments for hair loss, with the replies discussing sideeffects and general consensus about usage of the two medications.
A 16-year-old researching and trying Pyrilutamide for hair loss treatment, reporting back on sideeffects experienced after one week of use; the reported sideeffects included testicle pain, headache, and increased shedding. Libido and sexual performance seemed unaffected.
OP is using 5% minoxidil and a foligain supplement for hair loss, with blood test results showing high cortisol levels. OP is considering starting finasteride, while another user shares their experience with finasteride and hair loss challenges due to malabsorption issues.
The user stopped using Alfatradiol after 4 months due to no hair improvement and sideeffects like dry scalp and gallbladder pain. They are considering trying topilutamide, which is suggested as an alternative.
The user is experiencing potential sideeffects from a 3-in-1 pill containing Finasteride, Minoxidil, and Biotin, including dizziness, blurry vision, and reduced libido. They are considering tapering off the medication as advised by their dermatologist to see if symptoms improve.
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 user started using topical latanoprost and dutasteride, experiencing significant hair shedding and scalp itchiness, possibly due to an allergic reaction. They are considering stopping the treatment if the shedding is linked to an allergy.
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.
Someone looking for solutions to their hair loss, who has tried and failed to tolerate anti-androgen treatments such as finasteride, CB-03-01, RU58841, and Eucapil. The user is seeking advice and understanding of their extreme sensitivity to these treatments.