Dutasteride and finasteride can cause watery ejaculate, which may persist for some users. Zinc supplements or switching to topical treatments are suggested to alleviate this side effect.
Higher doses of dutasteride for hair loss are debated, with some users suggesting they are unnecessary and potentially unsafe. The original poster uses a combination of dutasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841 for hair regrowth, despite concerns about high dosages.
The user is considering switching from topical finasteride to RU58841 or KX826 due to side effects like low libido and ED. They are also using oral minoxidil and considering low-dose saw palmetto to maintain their hairline.
In the US, Amazon Pharmacy offers unlimited generic Finasteride and Dutasteride for $5/month with RxPass, requiring an Amazon Prime membership and a prescription. Alternatives include Costco and other pharmacies, but prices and availability vary.
A 27-year-old male with Norwood grade 5 hair loss is using dutasteride and a hair serum with Redensyl, Anagain, Procapil, and Capilia Longa, but is hesitant to use oral minoxidil due to past allergic reactions to topical minoxidil. He plans to try dutasteride alone for 3 months before considering adding oral minoxidil.
The user has been using Essengen 6+ (a mix of low-dose topical finasteride and minoxidil) for three months, seeing positive results, especially on the crown area. They also use Nizoral for dandruff and dermaroll weekly.
A 31-year-old male experienced side effects from various hair loss treatments, including finasteride and dutasteride, and is considering mesotherapy with dutasteride as a last resort. Another user tried mesotherapy for four months without significant change but experienced no side effects.
Finasteride is helping regrow hair in previously thinning areas, and the user plans to add minoxidil to enhance results. The user is considering increasing the finasteride dose to 1mg daily for better outcomes.
Akinfenrawr experienced negative side effects from oral finasteride and RU58841, and is seeking alternative hair loss treatments. They discuss various options, including raloxifene, oral dutasteride, liposomal finasteride, Breezula, Pyrilutamide, SM04554, and sulforaphane, but have concerns about efficacy, availability, and cost.
RU58841 combined with finasteride or dutasteride is more effective than RU58841 alone for hair loss. Users suggest combining these with minoxidil and microneedling for better results.
Taking finasteride 3 times a week can provide similar benefits to daily use with potentially fewer side effects. Some users switch to topical treatments or adjust dosages to manage side effects while maintaining hair health.
Cialis is used to manage erectile dysfunction caused by finasteride and dutasteride, with mixed results. Some users report improvement, while others consider stopping the medication due to side effects.
Dutasteride 0.5mg daily led to significant hair regrowth in 3 months, with minimal side effects like slight pelvic pain and increased libido. The user switched from Finasteride to Dutasteride, noticing reduced hair shedding and improved hair condition.
Amplifica is testing a compound called AMP-303 for hair loss, but it's not Scube3 or osteopontin. The timing for the results from the clinical trial is unknown.
A user shared their 9-month hair regrowth progress using Finasteride, Minoxidil, and a Derma Roller, expressing dissatisfaction with the results and considering Dutasteride. Commenters generally praised the user's results, suggesting they have a full head of hair and advising to continue the current treatment or wait longer before changing it.
The conversation discusses a 6-month hair loss treatment update using 1mg finasteride and 5% minoxidil daily. Some users apply minoxidil once or twice a day, and there's no mention of using a dermaroller or dermastamp in the treatment.
0.5mg dutasteride reduces scalp DHT more than 1mg finasteride, leading to better hair regrowth results. Users report significant improvement with dutasteride compared to finasteride.
The user experienced side effects from finasteride and is considering adding Alfatradiol or Fluridil to their regimen, which includes Minoxidil, dermarolling, and ketoconazole. Fluridil is noted to be more effective than Alfatradiol but less effective than finasteride, with mild side effects reported.
The conversation discusses a user's three-month progress using topical finasteride once a day, 6% minoxidil at night, and weekly dermastamping at 1.25mm for hair loss. Commenters note the impressive results and discuss application methods and safety precautions for family members.
A 59-year-old man with significant hair loss has seen some improvement, including reversal of Retrograde Alopecia and darkening of hair, after switching to RU58841 and a new minoxidil base solution with additional ingredients. He also changed from a derma roller to a derma stamp for application.
The conversation is about managing side effects of finasteride for hair loss, with users discussing splitting 1mg pills into 0.5mg doses to reduce fatigue and other side effects. Some users experienced initial side effects like fatigue and heart palpitations, which improved over time or with dose adjustments.
A user shared a positive experience about receiving free finasteride from their dermatologist. Others discussed the varying costs of finasteride in different countries.
A user increased their dutasteride dose to 2.5 mg and oral minoxidil to 5 mg after losing hair regrowth, and also started using 2% ketoconazole and microneedling. Another user suggested these changes are meaningful and recommended splitting doses throughout the day for better absorption.
The user experienced significant hair thickening after switching from three years of topical Minoxidil and keto shampoo to three months of topical finasteride and derma stamping. They also noted that they're using less than the recommended amount of finasteride, but still seeing great results.
The user is seeing progress in hair regrowth using a combination of 8% minoxidil, 0.25% dutasteride, and 0.01% tretinoin. The conversation includes comments on the effectiveness and application of these treatments.
The user shared progress on hair regrowth using oral minoxidil and dutasteride over three months, expressing satisfaction with the results. The user emphasized the importance of starting treatment early upon noticing hair loss.
A user is experiencing diffuse thinning and is using oral minoxidil, dutasteride, and plans to add finasteride temporarily. They express frustration with local dermatologists' lack of knowledge on hair loss treatments.
The conversation suggests starting finasteride or dutasteride alongside minoxidil for better hair loss treatment, as minoxidil alone is seen as ineffective without a DHT blocker. Some users also mention considering RU58841 as an alternative to finasteride.
OP used 1mg finasteride for 4 years, then had a hair transplant, and for the past 6 months has been using 0.5mg dutasteride and 2.5mg oral minoxidil twice daily. The treatments resulted in significant hair density and thickness improvement.
A 24-year-old male with diffuse thinning has been using finasteride for two years, dutasteride for 6-7 months, and oral minoxidil for 5 months, along with topical treatments. He plans to continue this regimen and reassess in August 2026, hoping to stabilize hair loss without surgery.