The user experienced sideeffects from using 1% finasteride and 2% minoxidil, including dermatitis, erectile dysfunction, and heart palpitations. They switched to using 2000mg pumpkin seed oil, saw palmetto capsules, and applying pumpkin seed oil and rosemary oil twice a week, seeking feedback on results.
Oral minoxidil can cause sideeffects like shortness of breath and constipation, which may be reduced by taking it in the morning. Some users experience no sideeffects, while others switch to topical treatments or adjust their dosage and timing to manage symptoms.
A user with low testosterone and mild gyno is considering finasteride for hair loss. Others suggest consulting an endocrinologist first and share experiences of finasteride not worsening gyno.
A 33-year-old experienced significant hair loss after a depressive episode and taking paroxetine, possibly due to telogen effluvium or androgenic alopecia. Suggestions included reducing alcohol, considering finasteride and minoxidil, and consulting a doctor about antidepressant sideeffects.
Topical spironolactone is gaining attention as an alternative hair loss treatment, but it's not as effective as other options like finasteride. Oral spironolactone can cause sideeffects in men, and there are better topical alternatives like RU, Pyril, and CB.
ET-02 showed significant hair growth in five weeks, outperforming minoxidil, with a non-hormonal mechanism that avoids sideeffects of treatments like finasteride. A phase 2 trial is planned to further assess ET-02's efficacy and safety.
The conversation is about using Bimatoprost for hair growth, with concerns about potential sideeffects like eye color change and fat atrophy. Users discuss combining it with other treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride, and sourcing Bimatoprost in bulk.
The user is considering trying finasteride again for hair loss despite past sideeffects like tender nipples and concerns about mental health impacts. They are advised to consult a doctor and consider topical or low-dose finasteride.
A 20-year-old is experiencing hair loss and is using finasteride, ketoconazole, and topical minoxidil. They suspect retrograde alopecia due to hair loss on the sides and nape, despite noticing some hair thickening on top.
Finasteride and dutasteride are discussed for hair loss, with concerns about their effects on neurosteroids and potential sideeffects like depression. Alternatives like topical estrogen and lifestyle changes are considered, with varying opinions on mental health and hair regrowth.
A user was prescribed betamethasone dipropionate spray for a receding hairline, which caused skin peeling and depigmentation. They stopped using it and are considering alternatives like BPC-157/TB-500 for healing.
Oral minoxidil users should monitor heart health with periodic echocardiograms and cardiologist visits due to potential sideeffects. While some experience serious sideeffects, they are rare, and the benefits for hair growth often outweigh the risks.
The user has been taking oral Finasteride and topical Essengen 6 Plus for hair loss and is experiencing increased depression. They plan to get bloodwork to check hormone levels and are seeking advice on which tests to include.
The user experienced anxiety and sideeffects from topical finasteride and is considering switching to saw palmetto. Another user reported no improvement with saw palmetto and experienced liver issues.
The user experienced sideeffects like watery semen, erection problems, and decreased libido from finasteride, which resolved after stopping it. They are considering dutasteride mesotherapy as an alternative, as advised by their dermatologist, and are concerned about potential sideeffects.
The conversation discusses the potential long-term effects of stopping finasteride after extended use, with differing opinions on the existence and prevalence of post-finasteride syndrome (PFS). Some users report persistent sideeffects, while others argue that such effects are rare or unrelated to the medication.
The user experienced gynecomastia from finasteride, used raloxifene to treat it, and is now taking both without new gyno symptoms but also without hair regrowth. They are seeking others' experiences with this combination and its effects on hair.
A user is excited to start using Pyriltamide for hair loss after experiencing sideeffects from topical finasteride. Other users discuss the potential and skepticism of Pyriltamide compared to older treatments like finasteride and RU58841.
The user has not seen results from various hair loss treatments including finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, and others over several years and is considering adding RU58841 and starting hormone replacement therapy. They are also experiencing anxiety and contemplating moving to a more accepting environment for their nonbinary identity.
Stopping finasteride increased sex drive and improved mood but caused hair shedding and scalp irritation. Users discussed balancing hair preservation with sideeffects, considering alternatives like topical finasteride and minoxidil.
The user experienced positive hair growth results after a year of using finasteride, initially taking 1mg daily but switching to a Monday, Wednesday, Friday schedule due to sideeffects like erectile dysfunction and watery semen. The sideeffects improved after switching to the reduced schedule, with normal erections returning within a month.
The user has been on finasteride for over two years, experiencing early hair regrowth, acne, and scalp sensitivity, but now faces thinning hair and questions about dosage and long-term effectiveness. They also used retinal to help with acne and are seeking advice on whether to adjust their finasteride dose.
The user started using 1mg finasteride and Regaine foam post-hair transplant, noticing significant hair growth at three months. They experienced testicular cramps as a sideeffect but no other issues, and are considering microneedling for further improvement.
User reports worsening hair loss despite using Avodart 0.5mg daily and 2ml of Minoxidil daily for over three years. They maintain a healthy lifestyle and are athletic.
Hair loss treatments, specifically 5AR inhibitors, can impact neurosteroids and sexual health. The effects of topical fin/dut on tissue-specific DHT levels are unclear.
Users discuss using RU58841 with finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil for hair loss, noting reduced itching and effective results. Some users report no sideeffects, while others experience sideeffects with dutasteride.
Switching from propylene glycol to glycerin in topical finasteride may reduce systemic absorption and sideeffects while maintaining local scalp DHT suppression. Concerns exist about glycerin's ability to deliver the full dose to hair follicles.
A user is considering dutasteride mesotherapy versus oral finasteride for hair loss, with concerns about sideeffects. Other users share experiences with both treatments, suggesting oral finasteride as more effective and cost-efficient, while also discussing the use of minoxidil, alfatradiol, and potential sideeffects like gynecomastia.
The user is taking 0.5mg finasteride and 0.5mg Loniten orally daily, using Eucapil twice weekly, and Minoxidil foam once daily for hair loss. They believe Eucapil effectively stops hair loss despite sideeffects like breast growth.