A 24-year-old person who is worried about their hair loss after 14 months of taking finasteride and 11 months of minoxidil. Replies to the post suggested sticking with their current regimen, that shedding from one part may not be telogen effluvium, and that shedding is normal with these drugs and they should evaluate in two to three months.
The user shared progress pictures after 6 months of using finasteride, minoxidil, dermarolling, vitamin D, and sulfate-free shampoo. They are concerned about ongoing hair loss and are considering adding dutasteride.
The conversation is about a person's two-month hair regrowth progress using 1mg finasteride daily, minoxidil twice most days, biotin gummies, a normal diet, moderate exercise, and scalp massages, with plans to possibly use a derma roller next. They experienced minor side effects at the start but are now using a Keeps subscription without issues.
A 19-year-old experiencing mild hair loss plans to start finasteride and use Nizoral, avoiding minoxidil for now. Others share their experiences with finasteride, noting minimal side effects and advising against worrying about potential negative effects.
The post discusses the theory that persistent dandruff in areas prone to hair loss could be a sign of hair follicles dying due to DHT, indicating balding. The responses vary, with some users noting improvements in dandruff and hair loss with treatments like Dutasteride, while others experienced hair loss without dandruff.
A 20-year-old is concerned about hairline changes and wonders if it's maturing or male pattern baldness (MPB). Suggestions include consulting a specialist and considering treatments like finasteride or minoxidil.
The user is experiencing increased hair loss and was diagnosed with male pattern baldness. They are considering using oral or topical finasteride to manage the condition and are contemplating cutting their hair short.
A 23-year-old is seeking advice on starting Finasteride for hair loss, questioning its effectiveness, side effects, and long-term safety, including concerns about dosage, alternatives, and potential impacts on fertility and beard growth. They also inquire about the effectiveness of combining topical and oral treatments and the necessity of Finasteride for maintaining hair transplant results.
A 23-year-old is considering starting a prescribed treatment for hair loss, which includes Dutasteride, oral Minoxidil, topical Finasteride with Minoxidil, and Ketoconazole shampoo. They are concerned about the potential impact on future fertility and whether to start with Dutasteride or try Finasteride first.
A 20-year-old has been using 1g Finasteride and 2.5mg Minoxidil orally for 2 months to address hair thinning. Users discuss potential regrowth, side effects, and concerns about post-finasteride syndrome.
GT20029 shows promise as a topical treatment for hair loss, potentially replacing finasteride for some due to its low systemic exposure and ability to degrade androgen receptors. However, skepticism remains about its long-term efficacy and availability, with some users expressing doubt about new treatments consistently failing to reach the market.
The conversation is about using RF microneedling with ExoHealer, along with finasteride and minoxidil, to improve hair thickness and reduce shedding. The user reports noticeable improvements in scalp texture and oiliness, with plans to consider stem cell treatments in the future.
A 43-year-old experienced hair loss and used Finasteride successfully for 18 years before switching to Dutasteride due to renewed thinning. After 6 months on Dutasteride, they experienced itching and increased hair loss, leading to concerns about prolonged shedding and considering switching back to Finasteride.
Oral dutasteride and topical Minoxidil are used to treat hair loss, with the goal of suppressing DHT and improving hair density. The effectiveness depends on genetics and the duration of baldness, and lifelong treatment may be necessary to maintain results.
The user experienced significant hair shedding after one month of using finasteride 1 mg every other day and minoxidil 2.5 mg daily. They also use ketoconazole shampoo 2% every other day.
The user shared their hair loss journey, noting significant improvement after using finasteride since June 2024 and recently starting minoxidil in April 2026. They encourage others to have faith in treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, or other options.
The user is considering RU58841 and has been using dutasteride since age 17. They are seeking affordable SARD options, mentioning ASC-J9, GT20029, and AH001.
The user has been using oral minoxidil (3mg) and finasteride (1.2mg) for 3 months. Some users notice hair growth, especially at the temples and crown, while others see no difference.
A 20-year-old is using a regimen of 5% Minoxidil, 0.1% Finasteride topical solution, derma rolling, and ketoconazole shampoo for hair loss, experiencing some regrowth but also shedding. They are considering increasing derma roller size and possibly adding oral Finasteride or dutasteride for better results.
A 21-year-old shared their 6-month hair regrowth journey using daily finasteride tablets and once-daily topical minoxidil, noting significant improvement in hair thickness, especially at the corners, with minimal side effects. They also mentioned using minoxidil for beard growth with limited success and occasionally using a dermaroller.
A 30-year-old male with androgenic alopecia started using topical Minoxidil in 2018, Finasteride in 2020, and switched to oral Minoxidil and Dutasteride after Finasteride stopped working. He underwent hair transplants in 2022 and 2025, showing significant improvement in recent photos.
The conversation discusses hair regrowth using oral minoxidil 2.5mg and dutasteride 0.5mg, with some users reporting positive results. Others share their experiences with similar treatments, expressing hope for improvement and discussing side effects.
The conversation humorously discusses the use of pp405 for hair loss, with mentions of finasteride and minoxidil. Users joke about unusual side effects like growing extra body parts.
The user shared their hair regrowth journey using treatments like dutasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, tretinoin, Nizoral, silica, biotin, and hormone replacement therapy (HRT) with cyproterone and estradiol. They reported substantial hairline improvement and some crown thinning, with hopes for further progress.
The user underwent a hair transplant 11 months ago and is satisfied with the results, regaining confidence. Post-operation treatments included oral minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, vitamin supplements, and occasional QR678 injections.
The user switched to dutasteride and saw palmetto, along with a topical mix of minoxidil and finasteride, due to continued hair shedding. They hope for improvement despite concerns about saw palmetto's effectiveness.
Oral minoxidil and finasteride can show results in 3-6 months, with peak results at 12-18 months. Finasteride is more effective for maintaining hair than regrowth, with significant regrowth in about 60% of users.