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      community 18M with Hair Loss: Topical Min and Fin Side Effects

      in General  106 upvotes 5 months ago
      An 18-year-old is experiencing hair loss and side effects from using topical Minoxidil and Finasteride. They are seeking advice on managing hair loss and side effects, including reduced libido and dry scalp.

      community Is my current doseage viable? (Trans)

      in Transgender  3 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user is taking Dutasteride, Finasteride, Estradiol, Spironolactone, and Progesterone for hair regrowth and is considering adding Minoxidil and rosemary oil. They are experiencing some hair regrowth and are consulting a dermatologist to avoid a hair transplant.

      community Topical Finasteride Gel 1% after 4 months — problems

      in Finasteride  156 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user experienced hair thinning due to a testosterone spike and used a minoxidil solution and topical finasteride gel. After four months, the gel caused side effects without improving hair thinning, leading to questions about continuing or adjusting the treatment.

      community Mesotheraphy dutasteride worth it ?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  3 upvotes 6 months ago
      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.

      community 7 months using Dutasteride Horror, before and after

      in Minoxidil  51 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair loss after starting dutasteride, despite improved libido and gym performance. They previously used finasteride but stopped due to side effects and are considering combining treatments or a hair transplant.

      community Roughly 3 years Finateride monotherapy. 25M

      in Progress Pictures  79 upvotes 7 months ago
      A 25-year-old male has been using finasteride since October 2022 to combat diffuse thinning and hairline recession, experiencing initial shedding but later stabilization. He plans to add oral minoxidil to improve hair density and is open to trying dutasteride if necessary, with minimal side effects reported.

      community The perfect reverse reverse hair-loss nuclear stack for those who feel left out

      in Satire  415 upvotes 8 months ago
      A satirical discussion on intentionally inducing hair loss using harmful habits and substances like cigarettes, junk food, anabolic steroids, and stress. The conversation humorously suggests extreme measures like chemotherapy and hydrofluoric acid, while also mentioning the ineffectiveness of sulfates and pumpkin seed oil in hair loss prevention.

      community Dut 0.5 EOD/MWF vs Fin 1 ED. What should I do?

      in General  75 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user is experiencing side effects from Dutasteride 0.5 mg and is considering reducing its frequency or switching back to Finasteride, while continuing with Minoxidil 2.5 mg to preserve their hairline. They are unsure if the increased Minoxidil dose is sufficient for regrowth.

      community 2 months difference - Before and After

      in Progress Pictures  431 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user shared progress pictures showing hair improvement after using 1mg oral finasteride and topical minoxidil daily for three months. They experienced initial side effects but reported no issues after five weeks, and the conversation includes discussions on the effectiveness and side effects of these treatments.

      community DHT Isn't (Directly) Important

      in Research/Science  101 upvotes 1 year ago
      Finasteride's potential side effects, especially sexual dysfunction, are discussed, with emphasis on hormonal balance between testosterone and estradiol. Users share experiences with finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride, highlighting the variability in side effects and the influence of mindset and lifestyle.

      community Any Indian Min/Fin users? Your experience with Indian meds?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride 1 year ago
      The conversation is about experiences with Indian medications for hair loss, specifically using Finax (finasteride), Minopep Gold (minoxidil), and Biotin Plus tablets. Users discuss side effects like low libido and hair regrowth results, with some switching to different brands or dosages to manage side effects.

      community 10 weeks on 0.25mg fin daily + collagen + biotin supps

      in Progress Pictures  29 upvotes 1 year ago
      User experienced hair regrowth and no side effects after 10 weeks on 0.25mg finasteride daily, along with biotin, collagen, micro-needling, and hair oil. They stopped minoxidil due to inconvenience and noticed initial shedding but now see more fullness.

      community How does finasteride leave your body?

      in Chat  13 upvotes 2 years ago
      Finasteride is metabolized in the liver and excreted through urine and feces. Users humorously discuss its excretion, with one joking about it being expelled through ejaculation.

      community Fluridil/topilutamide experince

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user is trying fluridil/topilutamide for hair loss and experiencing side effects like pain in the testicles and genital discomfort. They previously had adverse effects with finasteride, dutasteride, and RU58841, and are considering other treatments like topical dutasteride and spironolactone for maintenance before a hair transplant.

      community Fin raised my estrogen but also testosterone?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  17 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user experienced initial side effects from finasteride, including erectile dysfunction and emotional changes, but later noticed increased muscle mass and assertiveness. Hormonal tests showed elevated estrogen and prolactin levels, which slightly decreased over time; the user plans lifestyle changes to see if they help.

      community Thanksgiving meme for all my bald friends 😃

      in Satire  567 upvotes 2 years ago
      People regret not starting hair loss treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride earlier, as they've lost significant hair by waiting. Some experienced side effects like itchy nipples or increased libido, but overall, they wish they had acted sooner to prevent hair loss.

      community Who's tried these topical solutions?

      in Treatment  10 upvotes 2 years ago
      Topical melatonin, caffeine, and adenosine have shown impressive results in increasing hair density by 55% in 8 weeks, according to a Medium article.

      community Novel effect of sildenafil (cialis) on hair growth

      in Research/Science  19 upvotes 3 years ago
      Sildenafil (Viagra) shows potential for hair growth by enhancing dermal papilla cell proliferation and stimulating perifollicular vessel formation. Users discuss the possibility of using Cialis (tadalafil) similarly, noting its benefits and side effects.

      community DUPA hair loss - What's the real deal ?

      in Research/Science  9 upvotes 3 years ago
      A 25-year-old male with DUPA (diffuse thinning including the donor area) has not seen improvement after 14 months on finasteride. He's considering switching to dutasteride (DUT) after advice from a hair loss YouTuber and is also contemplating trying RU58841.

      community 1.5 years minoxidil daily (5%). Fin 1.25 mg daily for 3 months, now switched to MWF schedule. Nizoral every other day, micro needling 1.5mm once a week.

      in Progress Pictures  178 upvotes 3 years ago
      This conversation is about a user's experience with treating hair loss using minoxidil daily, finasteride 1.25 mg every other day and micro needling once a week, as well as their experiences with the side effects of finasteride. Replies to their post shared similar experiences and advice on switching from topical minoxidil to oral.

      community I’ve been on 0.5mg Dutasteride for 9 months…

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  7 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user reported positive results with 0.5mg Dutasteride for 9 months, experiencing thicker hair and some regrowth. After stopping due to side effects, they noticed hair loss resuming and are now considering a reduced dosage and mesotherapy with Dutasteride, Minoxidil, and vitamins.