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      community Depression, ADHD meds and Finasteride

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      Finasteride caused anxiety, depression, and hair shedding for the user, leading them to stop taking it. They are now on Lexapro and Adderall for depression and ADHD, and are considering trying topical Finasteride and Minoxidil.

      community Sides from fin vs. depression from hair loss

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  16 upvotes 4 years ago
      The conversation discusses the difficulty in distinguishing between side effects 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.

      community Mental Health and Finasteride Questions

      in General  162 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 20-year-old with anxiety and depression is considering finasteride for hair loss but is worried about potential side effects. They decide to consult a doctor and consider starting with a low dose, while also exploring topical finasteride as a potentially safer option.

      community Hair loss mental effect is so bad

      in Satire  177 upvotes 11 months ago
      Hair loss negatively affects mental health, causing anxiety and depression. Minoxidil and finasteride are discussed as treatments, but side effects and mental health concerns remain.

      community Recovered from dark finasteride side effects

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  5 upvotes 4 years ago
      The user experienced severe side effects from finasteride, including depression and anxiety, but recovered with DHT injections, sleep medication, and Ayurvedic treatments. They now maintain hair health with minoxidil, PRP therapy, and a good diet, advising against self-diagnosis and recommending consulting a doctor.

      community Fin bad responder? My experience

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  2 upvotes 4 years ago
      The user experienced side effects from ecklonia cava similar to those reported with finasteride, including depression, brain fog, anxiety, and testicular pain. Despite these issues, the user is still considering using topical finasteride in the future.

      community DHT and 5AR respect post, it's importance within the brain

      in Research/Science  111 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses whether to use finasteride for hair loss, considering its role in inhibiting DHT and 5AR, which can affect brain function and mood. Some users report anxiety and depression from finasteride, while others do not experience these side effects and emphasize the importance of DHT for brain and prostate health.

      community Adapalene gel 1% cause of hair loss?

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user experienced hair thinning after using Adapalene gel 1% for skin care, suspecting it contributed to hair loss alongside depression and anxiety. They stopped using Adapalene and switched to a Minoxidil/Finasteride formula, noticing hair improvement, while others in the conversation doubted Adapalene's impact on hair loss.

      community 1 year progress 5% topical minoxidil daily and 1mg fin daily

      in Is this regrowth?  462 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user experienced positive hair regrowth using 5% topical minoxidil daily and 1mg finasteride daily but had to stop finasteride due to side effects like depression, anxiety, and gynecomastia. They are considering alternatives like topical finasteride or dutasteride and are currently using only topical minoxidil.

      community Dutasteride is amazing even for women with FAGA!

      in Female  151 upvotes 9 months ago
      Dutasteride significantly improved hair health and reduced shedding for a woman with PCOS and hyperandrogenism, without causing depression or anxiety, unlike finasteride. Dutasteride also helped with PMDD symptoms and had no side effects, though it changed hair texture.

      community (21M) 13 months into meds, hair fall's returning

      in Update  3 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 21-year-old male, 13 months into hair loss treatment, reports increased hair fall despite using Dutasteride, oral Minoxidil, vitamins, and specialized shampoos. He questions the impact of anxiety and depression on hair fall and is hesitant to seek therapy.

      community Any way to help Dutasteride depression?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses the user's experience with depression after starting Dutasteride for hair loss, considering whether to lower the dose or try supplements like nootropics. Another user suggests that stopping Dutasteride might not resolve the depression and warns against attributing all issues to the medication.

      community The most depressing things about hair loss for me

      in Chat  24 upvotes 5 years ago
      The emotional impact of hair loss and the risks associated with common treatments such as finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, and Fluridil. People discussed their personal experiences with these treatments, including potential side effects and lowered fertility. Hair transplants were also mentioned as a possible solution.

      community Hair Loss Causes Depression. Not Finasteride.

      in Research/Science  188 upvotes 4 months ago
      Finasteride and Dutasteride do not cause depression or mood disorders; hair loss itself may be a more significant factor. Some users experience side effects from Finasteride, but it is generally well-tolerated.

      community How finasteride lowers brain's happiness steroid allopregnanolone and causes depression: systemic dihydroprogesterone crosses blood brain barrier, you don't even need finasteride and brain 5ar for that

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  286 upvotes 1 year ago
      Finasteride may lower allopregnanolone levels, potentially affecting mood, but many users report improved mental health due to reduced hair loss. Experiences with finasteride and dutasteride vary, with some experiencing side effects and others finding them beneficial for hair retention and overall happiness.

      community Thank you.

       21 upvotes 9 years ago
      Finasteride helped users feel better about hair loss, with some experiencing positive changes in confidence and reduced anxiety. Despite initial concerns, users reported satisfaction with the treatment over several months.

      community 3 years of slowww progress. Thoughts?

      in Progress Pictures  348 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user stopped taking oral finasteride due to depression and now uses a topical finasteride/minoxidil mix with some scalp irritation. They plan to start derma stamping and have seen some improvement in their hair over three years, which others have noticed and encouraged them to continue their efforts.

      community started RU58841 today and am panicing

      in Treatment  8 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user started using RU58841 for hair loss and experienced anxiety and physical discomfort. Other users suggested avoiding the treatment due to similar side effects and recommended alternative treatments like pyri.

      community I can't take it anymore, thinking about the worst

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  13 upvotes 1 year ago
      The individual is struggling with hair loss and depression, having tried treatments like Finasteride, Dutasteride, and Minoxidil, but faced side effects and limited success. They are considering a hair transplant and other options while dealing with personal challenges, including knee injuries and weight issues, and are encouraged by others to focus on self-improvement and acceptance.

      community Massive study on finasteride side effects released

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  83 upvotes 3 years ago
      The release of a study on 5a-reductase inhibitors (finasteride and dutasteride) which showed an increased risk of depression, dementia, decreased libido, and reduced semen load as potential side effects; discussion around other forms of hair loss treatments such as topical minoxidil, RU58841, or opting to accept baldness; and advice to consider professional help for deeper issues related to hair loss.

      community 2 months on Fin/Min + Topical Minoxidil at 34 years old

      in Is this regrowth?  270 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user started oral finasteride and minoxidil, along with topical minoxidil, and saw encouraging hair regrowth results after two months without side effects. Some users reported side effects like depression and low sex drive from finasteride, while others shared positive experiences with varying dosages.