OP has been using daily oral finasteride 1.25mg for 5 months with noticeable progress and no side effects. They chose this dosage by cutting 5mg pills into quarters due to cost.
The user is considering switching from finasteride to dutasteride and possibly using oral minoxidil to address hair loss, having seen some progress with topical treatments and microneedling. They are also contemplating a hair transplant in the future and seeking advice on obtaining medications in Italy.
Pyrilutamide is being discussed as an alternative for those who can't use finasteride, but users report it may be ineffective at low concentrations. Some users are combining it with minoxidil, microneedling, and other treatments, but results vary.
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.
The user reports that their hair loss treatment with oral minoxidil, dutasteride, finasteride, topical minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and microneedling has plateaued, with no significant additional regrowth. They have stopped using creatine to simplify their regimen and are relieved with the current state compared to before treatment.
User is experiencing a very dry scalp with thick white flakes from using liquid minoxidil twice daily for a year. They use Nizoral every 10 days and are seeking advice for a healthier scalp, with a suggestion to use finasteride instead.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth and thickness improvement using finasteride initially and then switching to dutasteride, with no major side effects. They recommend starting with dutasteride for better results and report no noticeable shedding.
Dutasteride isn't effectively reducing DHT levels, prompting a switch back to finasteride. The user questions the reliability of their DHT test results due to hair loss concerns.
Pyrilutamide, a new drug being tested to combat hair loss that has been found to perform comparably or better than finasteride and dutasteride in the initial 6 months of treatment with minimal reported side effects.
The user reports thicker and fuller hair after using finasteride, topical minoxidil, RU58841, and dermarolling for two years. Consistent lighting is noted as important for progress pictures.
User with shoulder-length hair using Finasteride for 5 weeks notices less long hair loss but more short hair loss. They also use keto for sebderm and vitamin D3.
A 21-year-old is experiencing hair thinning and is considering using oral finasteride and minoxidil. They are seeking advice on the cheapest and easiest provider among Drb.ai, ro.co, or Amazon One Medical.
The user has been taking 0.25mg of oral finasteride daily for a month and is considering increasing the dose to 1/3 of a pill. They have also been using topical minoxidil for several years.
The user experienced a significant drop in libido and erectile issues after increasing their finasteride dosage, combining oral and topical treatments. They plan to take a break and resume using a lower concentration of topical finasteride to manage side effects.
The conversation discusses using topical dutasteride with a dermapen for hair loss treatment. The user is deciding between liposomal and mesosomal formulations for this purpose.
The user started oral minoxidil, finasteride, and later switched to dutasteride, also using Nutrafol, dermastamp, and ketoconazole shampoo, but experienced increased thinning with little regrowth. Others advised patience, suggesting it takes 6-18 months to see results, and noted that initial thinning is normal when switching treatments.
Kevin Mann avoids dutasteride because it comes in gelatin capsules, which he avoids as a vegan, and he is satisfied with finasteride's results. He prefers finasteride due to more long-term research and follows the principle of "if it ain't broke, don't fix it."
The conversation is about someone's three-year experience with irregular derma rolling, Minoxidil, and Redensyl for hair loss, hoping to thicken areas with fine hair.
A user, 18, is considering switching from topical finasteride (0.025%) and minoxidil to dutasteride due to continued hair shedding. Other users shared their experiences with dutasteride, noting potential benefits and risks, including reduced sperm count.
Finasteride users cannot donate blood due to potential risks to pregnant women, requiring a one-month cessation before donating. Dutasteride requires a six-month deferral, and topical applications are not restricted.
The user has been using chewable minoxidil and finasteride for 100 days, noticing some hair thickening and feeling more confident. The chewables contain 3mg minoxidil and 1.1mg finasteride.
A user experienced negative side effects, including low libido and lack of motivation, after using finasteride for hair loss and felt better after stopping it. Others shared similar experiences with finasteride and dutasteride, while some reported no side effects, showing varied individual responses.
A 25-year-old with AGA experienced hair thinning and dandruff, stabilized with topical finasteride and minoxidil but saw minimal regrowth. They seek advice on styling and consider oral minoxidil and microneedling for denser hair.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth using minoxidil, dutasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, dermarolling, vitamins, and a healthy diet. They reported no side effects and emphasized the importance of consistency.
Fluridil, an antiandrogen that is not widely used or known about due to its expense and lack of availability in the US. It is suggested as a potential alternative for people who don't want to lower their DHT through treatments such as Minoxidil, Finasteride, Nizoral shampoo, and Dermarolling.
Fluridil, a non-steroidal anti-androgen approved for alopecia in parts of Europe, is noted for its low side effects but is not commonly discussed. The user is inquiring if anyone prefers it over other anti-androgens like Spiro or RU58841.
The efficacy of various hair loss treatments, including Finasteride and Dutasteride, with personal anecdotal evidence about potential side effects. It also includes advice to get a male hormone blood panel done before starting treatment, and lifestyle changes to minimize side effects.
Dutasteride is shown to be significantly more effective than finasteride for treating male androgenic alopecia. Users discuss the difficulty of obtaining dutasteride in some countries and share personal experiences with its effectiveness and side effects.
19 year old male's three month results from using a combination of Minoxidil, finasteride and dermarolling for hair loss. It was suggested that adding Minoxidil could help with further progress.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth with finasteride but stopped due to libido issues. They are now considering using minoxidil, dermarolling, and Nizoral to maintain their hairline.