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A 38-year-old man is using topical and oral Minoxidil, DHT blocker shampoo, and microneedling for hair regrowth, with plans to add Finasteride later. Many users suggest starting Finasteride or Dutasteride immediately to address the root cause of hair loss, while some express concerns about potential side effects.

The user is updating on their 3-month progress using minoxidil (0.5mg twice daily) and microneedling once a week. They plan to consult a doctor about adding finasteride to their regimen.

High prolactin levels can cause hair loss, and finasteride may increase prolactin. Cabergoline or Vitamin B6 might lower prolactin, but combining them with finasteride requires caution.

A user's experience with using finasteride and minoxidil to treat hair loss; they experienced minimal regrowth with finasteride alone, but significant regrowth with the combination of finasteride and minoxidil.

The user started using topical minoxidil in June 2023 and switched to a new finasteride preparation and vitamin D supplements a month ago. They noticed reduced hair shedding recently and are hopeful for regrowth.

The user shared their nearly 3-year hair loss treatment journey, starting with minoxidil, then adding finasteride, nizoral shampoo, and microneedling, later incorporating oral minoxidil and RU58841, and recently switching to dutasteride. They are considering replacing RU58841 with pyrilutamide and are aware of the potential side effects of oral minoxidil on heart health.

A user's progress with using Minoxidil, finasteride, and microneedling to treat hair loss; another user mentioned a Japanese study that found better results for hairy individuals on finasteride.

The trichologist avoids recommending Minoxidil, focusing instead on changing medications monthly for seborrheic dermatitis, resulting in only slight improvement in hair quality and loss. The user is considering starting Minoxidil independently due to slow progress and personal distress.

Treatments for hair loss, including topical dutasteride minoxidil, tretonin, dermarolling, serioxyl, and redensyl over a period of 3 months; switching from RU58841 to pyrilutamide was suggested with potentially less risk of systemic side effects; and encouragement to not give up hope.

Hair loss discussion includes treatments Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841. Users joke about Goku from Dragon Ball Z and his receding hairline.

The user discusses their struggle with staying consistent with hair loss treatments like minoxidil, dutasteride, tretinoin, ketoconazole, and microneedling. They are considering a hair transplant but feel they need to be consistent for another year before reassessing.

A user is experiencing rapid hair loss and has been diagnosed with telogen effluvium by multiple dermatologists, but doubts the diagnosis due to the severity and speed of the hair loss. They are considering various treatments like spironolactone, estradiol, and possibly finasteride, while also exploring the possibility of hormonal imbalances or autoimmune issues.

The user has been using 5% minoxidil once daily and microneedling with a 1.5 mm dermaroller weekly for three months, considering increasing minoxidil usage but avoiding finasteride due to libido concerns. Another person suggests considering other treatments like RU58841, alfatradiol, topical finasteride, clascoterone, or saw palmetto since not using a DHT blocker could be less effective.

The user experienced severe side effects from finasteride and switched to using minoxidil and a derma stamp, seeing positive hair regrowth after initial shedding. They are considering topical finasteride to avoid side effects while maintaining hair health.

Red light therapy with dual wavelengths (650nm and 850nm) can stimulate hair regrowth without DHT blockers. Consistent use of a panel with these wavelengths has shown positive results in hair regrowth.

EdgeLord19941's progress with hair loss medication, which includes 0.5mg dutasteride daily, 5mg oral minoxidil daily and microneedling with an electronic pen once every 7-14 days at 1.5mm. There have been positive results reported within 3 months of following this regimen with no major side effects.

The conversation discusses the effects of lowering DHT on hair loss and the importance of monitoring DHT levels during treatment. The user suggests that individual responses to DHT and hair loss treatments vary, and expresses a preference for topical treatments over oral medications due to concerns about systemic DHT reduction.

The conversation discusses the idea of naturally lowering testosterone levels to potentially reduce DHT and help with hair loss, though it is speculative and not tested by the original poster. Participants suggest using treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, or RU58841 instead, as they directly target DHT without reducing testosterone.

The conversation discusses using very low dose topical finasteride to achieve specific serum DHT reduction percentages. It concludes that finasteride dosage increases linearly between 5-30% DHT reduction but requires exponential increases for reductions up to 70%.

A 27 year old's 3-month progress with topical finasteride and minoxidil solution, combined with weekly Nizoral shampoo. Replies to the post discuss the user's results, which are considered impressive, as well as the regimen used.

The post discusses potential links between low vitamin D levels and hair loss, and how correcting this might impact the effectiveness of Minoxidil and Finasteride treatments. The responses vary, with some suggesting that vitamin D deficiency would cause overall scalp hair loss, while others believe it would first affect the most sensitive areas.

A user's update on their hair loss treatments, which included Minoxidil and finasteride; they are experiencing reduced shedding with minimal side effects. Other users provided additional advice to the poster based on their own experiences.

Low doses of finasteride, even as low as 0.25 mg, can effectively prevent hair loss without significantly lowering DHT levels. Combining finasteride with natural DHT-lowering solutions may achieve similar results to higher doses.

The user experienced significant hair growth over three months using topical Minoxidil, microdosing Finasteride, microneedling, and ketoconazole shampoo. They also use Toppik hair fibers and Aveda hair thickening tonic for styling.

A 30-year-old male with thinning hair and an itchy, oily scalp found that hydrocortisone cream eliminated dandruff and itching and seemed to thicken his hair. He avoided minoxidil and finasteride due to potential side effects and noted that Nizoral and Head & Shoulders worsened his symptoms.

A 19-year-old is experiencing diffuse thinning and has been on finasteride for 6 months, noticing a slower but still concerning rate of hair loss. They started taking 0.5mg of dutasteride once a week in addition to 1.25mg of finasteride on other days and are seeking advice on this treatment approach.

A 23-year-old shares progress in hair quality after 4 months using dutasteride, topical minoxidil, and other treatments, noting improved crown thickness but persistent temple thinning. They switched from finasteride to dutasteride due to side effects and started testosterone replacement therapy, which they believe helps mitigate side effects.

Baby hairs can mature with long-term DHT reduction, and Minoxidil can aid this process. Dutasteride mesotherapy is effective and preferable to oral pills, as it directly targets tissues.

A 30-year-old with diffuse thinning and a balding crown is using a treatment regimen of a 2-in-1 pill containing finasteride, minoxidil, and biotin, along with various supplements. After two weeks, no side effects have been experienced, and updates with pictures will be posted monthly.

TDM-105795 is a potential hair growth stimulant that works differently from minoxidil and could be used alongside it for enhanced growth. It completed phase 2 trials in 2024, with a medium to high chance of release in 2026, but lacks recent updates or phase 3 trial information.